Local Business · Henderson County
The Henderson County Board of Commissioners approved nearly $800,000 in economic development incentives to secure a potential $62 million expansion by a manufacturing company currently operating under the name "Project Press." The proposed investment includes $16 million in property improvements and $46 million in new equipment at the county's existing facility. Officials state the expansion could help retain 95 jobs with an average annual salary of over $70,000. The decision is not final, as the company is comparing Henderson County against four other potential locations.
Local Politics · Hendersonville, NC
Hendersonville, N.C., voters will choose between City Council member Jennifer Hensley and former councilman Jerry Smith in a nonpartisan mayoral race on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Both candidates prioritize affordable housing and managing growth while preserving the city's character, but differ on development density and neighborhood impact. Hensley highlights her support for a three-story affordable apartment complex for residents 55 and older along U.S. Highway 64 near Pardee Hospital's health campus, while Smith emphasizes fitting new developments into existing neighborhoods and exploring free downtown parking hours. The race also touches on infrastructure investment, public safety funding, parks, and attracting diverse businesses to Henderson County.
