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Tropical Storm Debby Update (8/8/24- 9:00 a.m.)
TS Debby WNC impact: The NWS predicts that beginning Wednesday evening (8/7/24), the heaviest rainfall in WNC will be east of I-77 (Concord/Charlotte area). The I-77 area could potentially see 6-8 inches of rain. Current predictions for Buncombe County are 1-2 inches for most of the county with the Eastern part of the county around 3 inches. If the storm shifts westward, this will increase our total amounts. Wind in the area seems to be similar across Western NC at 15-20 mph gusts. (See weather map attachments). Follow the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg social page at https://www.facebook.com/NWSGSP for continuous updates.
Funding for new 911 backup call center approved
Buncombe County will relocate its 911 backup call center and consolidate other county departments to 35 Woodfin Street in downtown Asheville. The Board of Commissioners recently approved $3.8 million for the capital project. The county will reallocate money from two existing projects to fund the move, the county said in a news release.
Schools, short-term rentals on Buncombe County agenda
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Drop-in meetings have been scheduled for community members to discuss the possibility of consolidating city and county school districts. Buncombe County commissioners will also discuss the School District Consolidation Study during their meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday in the First Floor Conference Room at 200 College St.
Red Cross appeals for blood donations amid emergency shortage
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces dangerous levels of heat and people head out for final summer travel plans. Since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as possible to help patients receive lifesaving medical care.
APD seeks assistance in ongoing investigation into incident at West Asheville Library
Michael Solomon Brocenos (09/11/1989) and Tyler Byrne Hackett Kelly (10/20/1990) have turned themselves in on Ethnic Intimidation charges. Brocenos was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility on August 7 and released under a $2,000 unsecured bond issued by a magistrate. Kelly was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility...
Driver in fatal crash identified, was going 90 mph
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A man driving the wrong way on Interstate 26 was traveling about 90 miles per hour when he hit another vehicle head-on, authorities said. Ryan Ricky Houston, 41, has been identified as the driver of the wrong-way vehicle, North Carolina State Highway Patrol 1st Sgt. Cody Smith said.
Election Services seeks poll workers for the 2024 general election
Interested in Being a Poll Worker? Join the Information Session on Aug. 15. Are you interested in earning money while supporting the democratic process? Buncombe County Election Services is looking for poll workers for the 2024 General Election. It’s a rewarding way to serve our community while supplementing your income. If this sounds interesting, join us Aug. 15 for an in-person information session to learn more about the perks of working the polls, eligibility requirements, time commitment, pay rates, and more. Information sessions are optional and not required to become a poll worker.
Community Input Sessions Set for School Consolidation Study
In September of 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that the Asheville City and Buncombe County school systems jointly study the feasibility of a merger and designated Buncombe County Government as the lead entity for this project. Prismatic Services, the firm chosen by Buncombe County commissioners to conduct the study, will lead nine drop-in community meetings, as well as one online forum to gather community input that will be presented to the North Carolina General Assembly in February 2025.
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