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Anthony J. Penland has an associate's degree in fire protection technology from Asheville-Buncombe Technical College and a bachelor's degree in fire and emergency services administration from Fayetteville State University.

Anthony works as the fire chief at the Swannanoa Fire Department.

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Anthony previously ran for commissioner for Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, District 1 in 2022, but did not win.

Supports increasing funding to repair infrastructure, build preventative infrastructure, and fund first responders.

- Supports increasing funding to repair infrastructure, build preventative infrastructure, and fund first responders.

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Anthony J. Penland

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