Tuesday, Aug. 11: Balkcom Replaced Edwards on Ballot + AVL Schools Cut Orchestra + Tunnel Road Cleanup

from Wake Up, Asheville! · host Matt Peiken

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories:Republicans choose Balkcom to replace Rep. Chuck Edwards on November ballotAsheville City Schools cancels its orchestra program amid community outcryTunnel Road cleanup fosters connection between community members and the unhoused137-acre land preservation project boosts recreation opportunities in Mars HillDebate over proposed 524 apartments near Swannanoa River amid flood concerns

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