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The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is beginning work to wind down operations at Craggy Correctional Center in Asheville, in preparation for closing in late summer 2026.

WHAT: Bi-monthly meeting of the North Carolina Joint Reentry Council to coordinate efforts in improving rehabilitation and reentry of offenders returning to their communities after incarceration.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 12, 10 a.m. – Noon

57th NCDAC facility or operation recommended or awarded accreditation.

RE: Timothy D. Townsend 0410946

RE:  James S. Branch 0042615

Officials with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction have promoted Tim Gasperson to the position of Director of Operations in the Division of Community Supervision, effective May 4, 2026.

Maury is the 56th NCDAC facility or operation to be awarded or recommended for accreditation.