Asheville City Council Race Narrows to 6 Candidates for November Election
Asheville voters narrowed 20 candidates to six for the City Council race, with incumbents and newcomers advancing.
March 4, 2026
Asheville voters narrowed 20 candidates to six for the City Council race, with incumbents and newcomers advancing.
Rep. Chuck Edwards won the GOP primary in NC’s 11th District. Democrat Jamie Ager leads with 65% of the vote.
This year’s NC primary races are diverse, from U.S. Senate to city councils, reflecting a shift towards a “purple” stance.
Revered Rodney Sadler leads over Carla Cunningham in NC Democratic primary, signaling a potential leftward shift.
Winston-Salem’s housing authority denies selling Crystal Towers amid tenant demands for redeveloping rights.
Voter turnout surged in North Carolina’s early voting, surpassing 2022 midterms. Democrats lead; GOP hopes to close gap.
Andy Hill, Watauga Riverkeeper, seeks the elusive hellbender salamander, a symbol of Appalachian identity and ecology.
A coalition urges Gov. Stein to pause I-77 toll lanes, citing impacts on Black neighborhoods; debate intensifies.
US Forged Rings, Inc., a manufacturer of specialty steel products, has announced plans to establish a major production facility in Hertford County, North Carolina. The project, unveiled by Governor Josh Stein, will involve three phases and a total planned investment of $875 million. The initial two phases are expected to
North Carolina receives $165.9M in disaster aid, mainly for Hurricane Helene recovery, amid low federal reserves.
Two candidates vie for Forsyth County Board seat. Barresi shares personal struggles; Mrazek criticized for comments.
Duke Energy seeks rate hikes in 2027, aiming for a 10.95% return on investments. Impact on low-income households looms.
