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Politics
2 months ago
NC DMV to phase out license plate registration stickers by October 2026

North Carolina drivers will soon see a change in car registration protocol. The North Carolina Department of Transportation is developing a digital registration system for implementation by the end of the year.

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Local
2 months ago
NC election officials warn of confusing voter registration mailers

State Board of Elections says outdated forms, incorrect information and privacy concerns have prompted complaints from voters and county election offices

Local
2 months ago
Buncombe County invites public to learn about elections before November 2026 vote

Residents can meet Elections Director Corinne Duncan, learn about becoming a poll observer and apply for a key elections position before the Nov. 3, 2026, general election

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Politics
3 months ago
Buncombe County announces 13 early voting locations for 2026 general election

The Buncombe County Board of Elections has unanimously approved an early voting plan in anticipation of the general election this fall.

Politics
3 months ago
Black Mountain Town Council member resigns during budget adoption meeting

During a special called meeting of the Black Mountain Town Council, council member Doug Hay announced his resignation, effective immediately.

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Politics
3 months ago
Roy Cooper makes economy-focused stop in Asheville on U.S. Senate campaign trail

Over 150 members of the Asheville community gathered Friday to watch former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper deliver an economy-focused speech in a stop on his campaign to win a seat in the United States Senate.

Local
3 months ago
NC lawmakers override Stein vetoes on ICE cooperation, DEI restrictions

Lawmakers push through immigration enforcement and education policy changes as budget negotiations in Raleigh remain stalled

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Politics
3 months ago
Buncombe County officials address local impact of new state property tax bills

Since North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 889, a moratorium on 2026 property tax reappraisal, local officials have been uncertain about the future of property tax changes implemented in recently adopted fiscal budgets.

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Housing
3 months ago
New Asheville budget brings tax increase for ‘most’ taxpayers, city says

A 2026-27 fiscal budget was officially adopted by Asheville City Council earlier this week, creating a roadmap for what city life will look like for residents and officials alike between July 2026 and June 2027. One change will be an increase in property taxes for “most” taxpayers, the city said.

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Politics
3 months ago
Asheville City Council approves 2026-27 budget in split decision

Last night, Asheville City Council voted in a 4-3 decision in favor of adopting a $275.8 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, applicable from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.