Getting into his new role

Al Root, the Town of Weaverville's first new mayor in 16 years, got the ball rolling early in his new role. He took an active discussion in issues and raised the question about the town's recycling service and whether it was adequately meeting the needs of the residents. Not seeing Bett Stroud with the gavel was certainly different, by Root, a veteran of the council, has proven he plans to pick up right where Stroud left off.