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Commissioners say yes to jail, seek cuts on courthouse

Henderson County Four Seasons Politics

LIGHTNING EDITORIAL: (more questions than) Answers Desk is open

The Lightning editorial board was invited to take a turn behind the (more questions than) Answers Desk as this week’s guest prober of important public issues.   Read Story »

Henderson County Four Seasons Politics

Don't miss this week's Hendersonville Lightning (349)

Don’t miss this week’s Hendersonville Lightning.   Read Story »

Henderson County Four Seasons Politics

County eases restrictions on development in floodways

Brushing aside a planning board recommendation for denial, a fire chief’s warning that it could endanger the public and a prediction from their fellow county commissioner that the county will see a “cascade” of permit applications, Henderson County commissioners last week opened the door to development close to streams, creeks and rivers.   Read Story »

Henderson County Four Seasons Politics

'God fearing, family loving' Republican enters congressional primary

With a wife named Hope, a daughter named Grace, a son named Luke and last name of Reagan, a mountain Republican challenging U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards might sound like a made-up character out of a Hollywood writers' room.   Read Story »

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Commissioners to take up proposal easing floodplain restrictions

A developer’s request to ease building restrictions in flood-prone areas goes before the Henderson County Board of Commissioners this week despite the Planning Board’s no vote on the idea and a fire chief’s warning that structures in the floodplain make floods more dangerous.   Read Story »

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City is not getting its way in Raleigh

The road to plurality elections for council elections in three Henderson County cities has been longer and more complicated than anyone would have predicted, thanks to the sausage grinder in Raleigh.   Read Story »

Henderson County Four Seasons Politics

Jake Johnson announces re-election campaign for a fourth term

State Rep. Jake Johnson, the youngest member of the N.C. General Assembly and deputy majority whip of the House, last week announced his plans to seek re-election to a fourth term representing the 113th District. The district is made up of Polk, southern Henderson, western Rutherford and southern McDowell counties. A native of Polk County, Johnson, 29, has served in the legislature since 2019.   Read Story »

Hendersonville Four Seasons Politics

Smith says farewell to City Council — and HHS

Jerry Smith, a Hendersonville City Council member for the past 14 years, resigned from the council last week without saying what his political plans in the future may be.   Read Story »

Hendersonville Four Seasons Politics

City Council's next 'Gen H' forum focuses on housing

Hendersonville City Council members continue to offer interactive engagement opportunities regarding the Gen H Comprehensive Plan and Parks & Greenspace Master Plan updates.   Read Story »

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