John Boyle

Before I get to today’s round of questions, my smart-aleck replies and the real answers, I’d like to note that local free speech hero August J. Dachshund, aka Auggie the Dachshund, has passed on to that great dog park in the sky. Owner Virginia Harding an... See more

When Saniway Vacuum Cleaner Co. very likely closes in the coming weeks, West Asheville will lose more than a retail business known for high-end products and top-notch customer service. It will also lose a thread to a disappearing part of the city’s histor... See more

Today’s round of questions, my smart-aleck replies and the real answers: Question: In a recent edition of Watchdog, the Answer Man answered a question on the seizure of illegal drugs by our city and county law enforcement people. I found the statistics to... See more

Seahawks players took to the practice field Wednesday on a cold, wet rainy afternoon, but left tackle Charles Cross had no problem enduring some typical Seattle winter weather with a smile as he took the field. After all, it has been a pretty good week fo... See more

Duke Energy aerial tree trimming Duke Energy plans to clear out vegetation overgrowth along several high-voltage power lines in the Madison, New Washington and Vevay areas. The project will help ensure safe and reliable service across the Duke Energy elec... See more