828 Lead Candidate Meet & Greet
Nonpartisan evening of face to face conversations with Asheville and Buncombe County ballot candidates, geared toward young professionals. Expect informal mingling, direct Q and A, and issue focused discussions ahead of voting.
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A relaxed civic forum invites residents to hear local candidates’ brief platform statements, ask questions in small-group conversations, and share community concerns before candidates reflect on what they heard.
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Public discussion of Asheville land use, zoning, and development decisions brings city commissioners and residents together for local government deliberation and community input.
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A lively, civically minded panel debates political issues across Asheville’s region, North Carolina, and the country, pairing current affairs and diverse perspectives with a casual evening over pints.
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A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
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