Jose Sandoval
Reporter and Afternoon HostJose Sandoval is the afternoon host and reporter for Blue Ridge Public Radio.
Originally from Illinois, Jose’s career in public radio began in early 2022 as a producer for the Hola initiative at WNIJ in DeKalb, Illinois. During his time there, he interned with NPR on their content development team. At NPR, Jose had the opportunity to work on season two of Louder Than A Riot and on All The Only Ones. He also has worked as a camera operator for independent hockey and baseball teams in Illinois. Jose joined BPR in October 2023.
He has a degree in mass media, with a focus in radio, from Illinois State University. In his free time, he loves to workout, play basketball, explore Asheville, game, and try new coffee shops.
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Kyrylo Gencho was at home in Kharkiv when Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine. He arrived in Asheville in November 2022 seeking a stable, peaceful life. Now, changes in U.S. immigration policies are bringing new uncertainty to Ukrainians living in western North Carolina. -
Western North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards, who represents the 11th Congressional District, is reportedly under investigation by the U.S. House Ethics Committee over unspecified allegations.
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A new report from Mountain BizWorks sheds light on the WNC Strong: Helene Business Recovery Fund. It was created days after Hurricane Helene to provide rapid recovery loans to small businesses suffering economic losses due to the impacts of the storm. -
The Asheville Tourists home opener brought a sellout crowd to HomeTrust Park. The 102-year-old stadium, formerly known as McCormick Field, underwent an 18-month, nearly $40 million renovation to keep the team in Asheville.
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Blannahassett Island, the roughly 10-acres island, faces an uncertain future after severe flooding from Hurricane Helene. Community members gathered at Marshall High Studios to give their input on the island’s future.
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Republican Anna Ferguson is recommended to serve the rest of Rep. Mike Clampitt’s term of District 119 following his death last month. She is the first enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians chosen to serve in the North Carolina House. -
Republican state House Representative Mike Clampitt died at the age of 71. Clampitt was seeking re-election to a fifth term for the district 119 seat after winning the Republican primary earlier this month. -
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Roy Cooper stopped in Asheville for his “Make Stuff Cost Less” tour.
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A new exhibit by the Museum of the Cherokee People highlights Cherokee voices and perspective about the founding of the U.S. It features historic artifacts, images, and documents displayed alongside works by modern Cherokee artists. -
Buncombe County Commissioner Martin Moore will become the first Black district attorney in the county’s history after winning the March 3 primary. He joins County Commissioner Al Whitesides and Sheriff Quinten Miller as the first African American men to hold their respective countywide positions.
