Daniel Withrow News Today

BARRE — A Berlin man on probation is accused of exploiting a vulnerable adult by using a debit card without permission.

Berlin police have released images of the suspect, including one in which a woman appears to be putting cash into an envelope.

After Buncombe Countys recommended budget fell short of school district asks, area educators plan to advocate at a June 6 budget public hearing.

At a March 20 rally, educators and parents from Asheville and Buncombe County schools called for "urgent action" to retain and recruit staff.

Daniel Withrow was sentenced Friday. A jury convicted him in May 2022 of kidnapping and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. 

After a Buncombe County commissioner called for a statewide teacher walkout, district leaders respond to concerns.

Asheville and Buncombe County schools are facing bus driver shortages and other complications heading into the new school year.

Some at Buncombe County Schools are feeling optimistic about the coming year despite a statewide wave of vacancies which the system hasnt outrun.

A jury on Friday found Daniel Withrow guilty of kidnapping and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. He remains in the Sedgwick County Jail ahead of his sentencing on July 12. 

David Withrow: Everyone must ensure that students have the teachers, custodians, cafeteria workers, and instructional assistants they need to thrive.