Jobs, Homelessness, Hospital Expansion: Buncombe County Faces Complex Growth
By Marcus Harrell | Published 2026-04-12T10:00:54.393Z
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Buncombe County is poised to add hundreds of new jobs even as it grapples with a rising homeless population and an expansion of Mission Hospital amid safety concerns. Recent reports paint a picture...
Buncombe County is poised to add hundreds of new jobs even as it grapples with a rising homeless population and an expansion of Mission Hospital amid safety concerns. Recent reports paint a picture of economic development coupled with increased social challenges and healthcare expansion.
Eaton Corporation is set to bring 300 high-wage jobs to its Buncombe County facilities, a development promising to boost the local economy and offer new opportunities for residents seeking employment. The report
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