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Voters likely to decide farmland preservation bond issue on Nov. 3
Four Seasons Politics
Voters can meet Democratic nominees at 'Speed Dating' event
Henderson County Democrats are inviting voters to get to know people running for office during a fast-paced "Speed Dating" event Saturday, July 25, at Guidon Brewing Company, 415 Eighth Avenue East. Read Story »
![Michael Whatley told Henderson County farmers he agreed with their concerns over migrant farm labor. [KEVYN CARTER-LONG]](/images/stories/2026/07/MichaelWhatley.jpeg)
Four Seasons Politics
At a campaign stop in Edneyville, Whatley vows to work for farmers
Like walking in a parade or pitching themselves to the public in a 30-second TV spot, milling around a barn with apple growers is a time-honored tradition in local politics. Read Story »
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Farmers market celebrates Tomato Day on Saturday
As peak tomato season nears, the Hendersonville Farmers Market is celebrating one of its favorite annual traditions. Read Story »
![The Cart family said their vision for Henry’s Nature Center is for ‘everyone, especially children, to feel comfortable in the woods.’ [ROSE JENKINS LANE/Conserving Carolina]](/images/stories/2026/07/HenryNature.jpg)
Four Seasons Politics
Ager maintains lead over Edwards in fundraising, cash on hand
Jamie Ager continued his fundraising advantage over U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards as the battle for 11th Congressional District seat enters the final 15 weeks, campaign finance reports for the second quarter show. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Voters likely to decide farmland preservation bond issue on Nov. 3
At a campaign stop in Edneyville, Whatley vows to work for farmers
Community News
![Many Pines is one of three stops on the Flat Rock Preservation Celebration, a guided tour of historic properties. [CONTRIBUTED]](/images/stories/2026/07/ManyPines.jpg)
Preservation Celebration features two historic homes, St. John in the Wilderness
Partnership honors Mills River community center founders and river protector Jere Brittain
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Sheetz opens Airport Road store this week
Sheetz, the fast-growing mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, continues to expand its Western North Carolina footprint this week with the opening of a store at 21 Airport Park Road, Fletcher. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Fletcher mayor chosen for Exceptional American Leaders organization
Fletcher Mayor Preston Blakely is one of 22 leaders chosen to join NewDEAL, a national network of elected local and state Democratic leaders that works to expand opportunity and spur economic growth. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Three local growers sign on to 'Farmers for Jamie'
Democratic candidate Jamie Ager on Friday announced the formation of Farmers for Jamie, made up of more than 60 farmers in the 11th Congressional District supporting his campaign. Read Story »
Farmland preservation program records 100th easement to save ag land
Preservation Celebration features two historic homes, St. John in the Wilderness
China expert to speak at annual Republican dinner
Rudi the Goldsmith honored on his 90th birthday
NHHS graduate headlines Rhythm & Brews
Sheriff Griffin endorses Hensley for mayor
Chalk It Up! celebrates 30 years this weekend
County commission votes to put farmland bond on ballot
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