Commissioners cut nearly $4.7 million in school funding amid post-Helene revenue shortfall
At its Jan. 21 regular meeting, the Buncombe County Commissioners cut nearly $4.7 million in school funding, citing reduced ...
Facing potential $25 million shortfall in Helene's wake, county eyes school cuts
Buncombe County is cutting spending by 4% because of Helene. The Board of Commissioners will also consider cutting millions ...
Buncombe County and Asheville City school district merger not recommended, consultant says
A Charlotte-based consultant is not recommending Buncombe County Schools and Asheville City Schools consolidate, according to ...
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Buncombe County and Asheville City school district merger not recommended, consultant says
In 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools study a potential merger. Acting as the lead agency, Buncombe County government ...
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Report does not recommend ACS, BCS consolidation, but calls for greater collaboration
In 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools study a potential merger. Acting as the lead agency, Buncombe County government hired ...