county government

10 May

Asheboro Council approves issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue bonds

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalGovernmentcity council, county government, meeting

ASHEBORO — The Asheboro City Council met Thursday, May 4, with various property matters on the agenda. The council first held a public hearing for a zoning request to rezone 1.4 acres located between 2307 and 2333 US Highway 64 East from R-40 Low-Density Residential to B2 General Commercial that was tabled at last month’s meeting. “As we look at the city’s long-range plans and land development plans for guidance, this area is designated and has been designated for a good while as an employment center,” said Community Development Director Trevor Nuttall. “It’s intended to integrate a mixture of commercial,…

09 Mar

Election contests set after filing deadline

Randolph RecordGovernmentcounty government, election, election filings

ASHEBORO — Following several delays, the election filing period closed Friday. Republican primary voters will see numerous contested elections in local races while the only Democratic primaries will occur at the state and federal levels. Highlights on the GOP primary ballot include two contested county commissioner races as well as a three-way primary battle for sheriff. Redistricting has resulted in three N.C. House districts and two State Senate districts serving the county. Longtime state Rep. Pat Hurley faces a challenge in the seat she has held for eight terms. The seat being vacated by the retirement of Allen McNeill has…