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A.C. REYNOLDS MIDDLE SCHOOL CONTINUES TO JOCKEY FOR POSITION IN U.S. CELLULAR’S CALLING ALL COMMUNITIES CAMPAIGN
In just 10 days of voting in U.S. Cellular's (NYSE: USM) Calling All Communities campaign, more than 1,500 schools have jumped into the race to win a share of $1 million in the company's third annual campaign to support education. Read more...
Like Body, Like Business
Life is holistic - and so is your business. Learn how holistic business coaching is what you've been needing!! Set up your quantum vision in the dense world on purpose - through full proof methods. Whether you're starting out, or ready to advance to the next step - no matter what stage you're enterprise is in - you can proceed correctly with guarantees. Read more...
Navitat at Night - A Fresh Perspective on our Area's Natural Beauty
Already known as one of Western North Carolina's hottest new attractions, the word has been out for some time on Navitat Canopy Adventures being a must-do activity for tourists and locals alike. But now one of the area's most sought-after day excursions has added a whole new dimension: Navitat At Night. Read more...
Make Asheville a City of Peace. Ask our City Council to consider resolution calling for de-escalation in Afghanistan
Since we heard that there were plans to surge troops in Afghanistan beginning late in 2009, Peacetown in Asheville has worked to urge our City Council to stand with us for de-escalating the war instead of escalating it. Please help us convince our City Council members that this is a local issue that robs our citizens and our grandchildren of much-needed funds for public services here. Read more...
Make Your Voice Heard!!!!
The big buzz in Asheville over the past few weeks is the effort to get Google to bring the ultra high speed gigabit fiber network to Asheville and put speeds 100x faster than what most people have into every home. This is huge! Not only from an internet customer perspective but having the Google fiber network of 78,000 homes all tied together at 100x speeds provides the soil for the seeds of innovation. Asheville will realize the fruits of that growth. Read more...
An Apology to Councilwoman Esther Awesomeheimer; Come Blog With Me
Verve magazine recently named you, Asheville City Councilwoman Esther Manheimer (aka Esther Awesomeheimer) the No. 1 'woman to watch' in 2010. Congratulations! That's a great cover shot of you. Read more...
Is it Time for a Third Party?
It's one thing to be born in a ditch in India. It is another to live in one in America. So it is with a two party political system that has us careening from one trench to another, election after election, in a futile search for sincere leadership. Out of that discouragement comes a desperate call for a third party with the potential to get the mumbling majority back on the road to the American Dream. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday February 8th 2010
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. What do you think about a friend who promises to take a cruise with me every year (for 4 years) and then always cancels out at the last minute? 2. I lent my sister-in-law a dress for a party she was attending and she returned it all crumbled up in a bag. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday February 1st 2010
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I don't know what to believe anymore when it comes to politics. 2. I babysit for my best friend, but she never offers to pay me. Read more...
Local and State Governments are in Trouble...
Republican Governor Arnold 'The Terminator' Schwarzenegger has a new nickname these days - 'The Debtinator'. One of our favorite screen superheroes has proven to be a major disappointment in his equally fanciful role of pretending to be a conservative Republican in public office. At the forefront of an entertaining but unprincipled parade of RINO's (Republicans in Name Only) betraying America over the past decade, Schwarzenegger has sealed his credentials through a federal rescue request for the beleaguered socialist republic he struggles to manage. Read more...
The Politics of the Anointed
In Germany during the two World Wars, the allied trade blockade necessitated the creation of ersatz forms of petroleum, coffee, tobacco, and sausage. With rare exception these artificial substitutions were inferior in every way but name and appearance. So it is with most twenty-first century American politicians. Read more...
Is President Obama Trying to Destroy America?
Within the energetic conservative internet community boils a pot dedicated to the belief that Barack Hussein Obama is deliberately destroying America. Conspiracy speculations persist on the authenticity of his citizenship, a murky history with unsavory handlers, and a spiritual foundation more closely akin to Muslim than Christian values. Read more...
The Conservative Case for Gay Marriage
Many of my fellow conservatives have an almost knee-jerk hostility toward gay marriage. This does not make sense, because same-sex unions promote the values conservatives prize. Marriage is one of the basic building blocks of our neighborhoods and our nation... Read more...
Thank Goodness for Sheepdogs...
If you have ever wondered what tops America's addiction list, look no further than the word comfort. It is the pursuit of feeling good that dwarfs all other priorities and provides incubating warmth for other addictions like food, money, drugs, sex, worry and additional misadventures that routinely capture our enthusiasm. Read more...
The Big Storm Of 2009
As I'm writing this, I'm staring at over a foot of snow outside my window. It was the cause of massive power outages and hundreds of traffic accidents this weekend. I wonder how something so breathtakingly beautiful can cause so much havoc? Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday November 16th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. There's nothing I wouldn't do for my friends and though they say they feel the same way, it's rarely reciprocated. 2. I've dated the same guy since high school. My landlord is driving me crazy. First he tells me that he doesn't allow any dogs in the building, so I gave my dog to my sister. Now his nephew is living next door and he has two dogs who bark 24/7. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday November 9th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. There's nothing I wouldn't do for my friends and though they say they feel the same way, it's rarely reciprocated. 2. I've dated the same guy since high school. My landlord is driving me crazy. First he tells me that he doesn't allow any dogs in the building, so I gave my dog to my sister. Now his nephew is living next door and he has two dogs who bark 24/7. Read more...
The Least of These
In the recent parade of homes I was pleased to see that Something for Everyone was a theme. Being first time home buyer, I was thrilled to see I was being considered. My pleasure quickly turned to disappointment when I realized that none of the houses were in my budget. I've got a college degree and full time job. I've got a savings account and a retirement plan. And yet, I'm not included as everyone, something is not right here. Read more...
A Fantasy Football Diehard's NFL Predictions for the 2009-2010 Season
Jason McCoy is a fantasy football innovator and recently launched his fallacy sports fantasy football web site, a loser league style contest called Stinkball.com. McCoy's obsession for fantasy games was first inspired by his love for football. This year McCoy makes some exciting NFL predictions and insightful observations about Week 1. Read more...
Expert Strategies for the 2009 Fantasy Football Season
On August 10, 2009 12 fantasy football experts joined MockDraftCentral.com commissioner Geoff Stine for an intense 20-round, expert mock draft. Here are some great 2009 ideas and strategies. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday October 12th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I work under an older woman who gets upset when I make a suggestion or try to change anything she does. 2. I am trying to eat organic but I really can't afford the extra expense. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday September 28th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I want to quit my job, live in a small cabin in the woods that my grandfather left me and spend a year writing a novel. 2. I love living in Asheville, but it's tough to find a decent paying job in the sales and service industry. Read more...
Restaurant Review: Bouchon French Bistro
One of the surprising things about Bouchon is its size. From the outside, the single storefront with its Chicago-style bar-in-the-window, looks like many other restaurants on Lexington, but when you walk in the place is surprisingly deep. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday September 21st 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I want to quit my job, live in a small cabin in the woods that my grandfather left me and spend a year writing a novel. 2. I love living in Asheville, but it's tough to find a decent paying job in the sales and service industry. Read more...
2009 Fantasy Football Sleepers: Consider These Wide Receivers for this Season’s Fantasy Drafts
The 2009 fantasy football season will feature some exciting sleepers so carefully watch for preseason trends. Here are some of this season's wide receivers with the potential for big sleeper value. Read more...
Fantasy Football Projections: Quarterback Sleepers for 2009
The 2009 fantasy football season will feature some exciting sleeper that can make or break your fantasy team so carefully watch mock drafts and preseason trends. Here are some QBs with great potential sleeper value. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday September 14th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I share a rental house with 2 guys and another girl. We are supposed to share household chores but that's not happening. 2. My best friend is cheating on her boyfriend and I'm not comfortable being told all the details. Read more...
Autism: A Perspective
Much has been said and written about autism in the past several years. Autism has become a household word. When I was a resident, over 20 years ago, it was a relatively rare diagnosis, and certainly not a condition that the general public had much awareness of. Now, many of us know of a child with autism either in our own family or our neighbor's or in the community. When a child is not developing like his peers, a parent's first concern today is that he might have autism while simultaneously hoping that he does not. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday August 24th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I'm two semesters away from graduating college and I've completely changed my mind about what I want to do with my life. 2. My two kids are grown but still expect me to hand over cash when they come up short at the end of the month. I'm single and I'm working two jobs just to support myself. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday August 17th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I come from a really big extended family and I get nonstop invitations to weddings, birthdays etc. The problem is, I'm on a tight budget and can't afford to buy lavish gifts for every occasion. 2. My boyfriend acts normal around me, but when we're with friends he behaves like a jerk. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday August 3rd 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I'm about to give up on dating. I can't meet a guy who really wants a committed relationship. 2. I am so tired of people coming up to me and asking me where I'm from. I've lived in the mountains of North Carolina for almost 30 years, but I never lost my heavy Brooklyn accent. When will I be considered a local? Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday July 27th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. My Mother-in-law wants to move in with us and I'm not thrilled about the idea. She is not destitute, in poor health or elderly. 2. I laugh at everything even when someone tells me the worst news. I know it's a nervous habit but I can't seem to get rid of it. Read more...
'The Big Score: Getting and Keeping It' Credit Scoring Book Review
The book has 22 chapters, beginning with an overview of why credit scores are important to all of us, then goes deep into how credit scores are calculated and what one can do to optimize each facet. There are also special chapters on divorce, bankruptcy, and advice for homeowners in distress. Each chapter ends with a section called "The Real Deal" which summarizes the chapter's main content. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday July 13th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I'm only 16 and I think I've met the guy I want to be with forever. My parents are giving me a hard time and telling me that at my age, I'm to young to know what I want. 2. I broke off a six year relationship because it was going nowhere. My rational side says I made an intelligent decision but my emotional side is another story. Read more...
The Graffiti in Asheville is Getting Out of Control
The graffiti in and around Asheville is getting out of control. This not good, because it could mean a rise in criminal activity. Since Asheville is not that big of a city, this should not be a big problem like it would be in other large cities. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday July 6th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I haven't seen my Dad since I was eight. He and my mom divorced and he moved thousands of miles away. He contacted me recently and said he wants to be part of my life again. 2. I haven't met anyone nice to date in years (exhausted all the local options) and I'm about to throw in the towel. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday June 29th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I hate my life! I have the most boring, underpaid job on this planet and because of lack of money, I am forced to live at home at 24 years old. 2. I introduced my fiance's sister to my little brother and they really hit it off. Everything was great for about six months, but now they've had a big fight and they're trying to get the two of us to take sides. Read more...
Time Passes Much Too Quickly
'Time passes much too quickly...When we're together laughing.' Is it my imagination or does time go by faster as you get older? A perfect example is...Seems like yesterday, I neatly stacked all the boxes that need to be emptied in the corner of my office during our Big Move and I realized today...that was 5 months ago! Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday June 22nd 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. My girlfriend has a 2 year old child from a previous relationship. 2. I'm a trim 60 year old guy who loves the outdoors and exercises on a daily basis. I've met this full figured woman whose idea of exercise is a walk in the mall. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday June 15th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I'm a 24 year old male who's content being a loner and I get a lot of grief about that. 2. I am in love with this wonderful woman but she has been married twice and neither of the marriages lasted very long. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday June 8th 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. My ex husband is driving me crazy! 2. I want to get a tattoo but my Mother is totally against the idea. Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday June 1st 2009
Ask Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. What am I supposed to do with a good friend who can't keep secrets? 2. I recently broke up with a guy who I still have strong feelings for. Read more...
Give Consumers Quality Products!
Hope my readers can stand one more column about shoddy workmanship. I've written one after another because nothing is made well anymore! The other day, my normally even keeled husband blew his lid because...Here we are in this beautiful brand new townhome with all new state of the art appliances and every single one of them is defective. Each appliance requires a different technician to come out and check the problem which requires sitting and waiting from 8 to 5 for each one of them to show up and tell you what you already know... Read more...
How You Look At Life Makes The Difference
I ran into the drugstore the other day to pick up something and as I stood in line waiting to pay, the girl in front of me turned to apologize for taking so long checking out. 'No problem,' I said. 'I'm just on my way to the doctor for a healthy check-up and I've got time to spare.' As an afterthought I added, 'Ever since my little sister fought and won her battle with cancer, I take my health a little more seriously. It was definitely my wake-up call.' Read more...
Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday May 18th 2009
Dear Bubbi, an advice column offered exclusively on AshevilleNow.com. This weeks topics: 1. I am crazy about this guy, but he has the most overbearing Mother. 2. I have 1 full time, and 2 part-time jobs, and I'm in a (distance) graduate program. I'm also involved in a really cool potential start-up business. I'm going a little nuts! Read more...
Feng Shui for Real Estate, Asheville or Anywhere
Real estate in Western North Carolina is faring better than in many other places nationwide right now. Sales are slower, however, and prices are somewhat lower than they were a year ago. Changes were expected by feng shui practitioners starting in February 2004, when a new 20 year time cycle started. In the long run, it is expected that this period will bring more financial stability in return for work and effort. In the short run, the period change affected every existing building. What may have been a healthy and prosperous building until 2004 might benefit from a feng shui tune-up to improve conditions now. Read more...
Wake Up Call In the Banking Industry
Recently President Obama said, 'Instead of fine print that hides the truth, we need credit card forms and statements that have plain language in plain sight, and we need to give people the tools they need to find a credit card that meets their needs.' I couldn't agree more but let's take in one step further. Months ago, I wrote a column on educating our young people about how to manage money. Read more...
AT&T..The Real Yellow Pages..A.K.A. The Big Ripoff!
Consumer activist Debi Drecksler speaks out against AT&T's Real Yellow Pages monopolostic business practices and its cost to small business owners. Read more...
Learning to be a 'Nowhere Man' can allow us to embrace opportunity
As Lennon himself experienced, 'Nowhere man, the world is at your command.' It is at your command precisely because you no longer have to be stuck by a company, job or context. You are now free to create your own. Read more...
