Buncombe commissioners OK incentives to bring 551 jobs to Black Mountain
County approves $25.5 million in grants despite concerns that most jobs only pay $30,000, which might be too low for workers to afford to live in Buncombe.…more
Buncombe just says no to funds, looks at options for battling opioid deaths
Buncombe commissioners balk at investing in educational campaign as best means of dealing with opioid drug-related deaths. New ideas could be in budget.…more
Buncombe County anti-poverty funding in search of projects
Buncombe County set up Coleman Fund to support anti-poverty projects in the black community. Now it’s looking for recipients.…more
Buncombe County weighs approach to opioid epidemic
WNC’s largest county considers adding staff, investing $1 million with rescue mission to battle opioid epidemic. Problem may be worse in nearby counties.…more
Buncombe makes sustainable energy push with LEDs, solar
Buncombe County commissioners hope to promote cleaner energy while also embracing cost-savings for taxpayers through LED bulbs, solar farm.…more
