On The Town
2 years ago
Asheville Ideas Fest brings luminaries to enlighten city this week

The annual event covers eclectic topics from spiritual development to urban improvement and political polarization.

Education
2 years ago
Enka educator named Buncombe’s Teacher of the Year

Martha Tallent, who has taught science at Enka Middle School since 2022, is Buncombe County Schools’ Teacher of the Year.

Education
2 years ago
Study will help decide if city, county school districts should merge

The Buncombe County Board of Education got an update Thursday on the School Consolidation Feasibility Study

Education
2 years ago
Dr. Glenda Weinert appointed to vacant school board seat

Dr. Glenda Weinert has been tapped to fill the vacant at-large seat on the Buncombe County Board of Education.

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Education
2 years ago
27 apply for vacant Buncombe County Schools board seat

The Buncombe County Board of Education has a vacancy, and more than two dozen people want to fill it.

Education
2 years ago
Charter schools fear loss of funding for school nurses

Loss of county funds affects school nurses at four charter schools, where teachers might have to take on extra responsibilities.

Education
2 years ago
UNC eliminates diversity, equity and inclusion programs

The Board of Governors’ decision could affect UNC Asheville and Western Carolina University.

Education
2 years ago
Henderson County commits to funding school officers

The announcement potentially diffuses a source of budget tension between the county and City of Hendersonville

Education
2 years ago
Head Start in limbo as Housing Authority explores options

A request for proposals for child care services has sparked concerns about the future of Head Start classes in Asheville public housing facilities.

Education
2 years ago
Hendersonville, county in tug of war over school officer funding

Funding for school resource officers at four schools in Hendersonville is up in the air.