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1/19/00 1000 A.D. -- Zenith of the Cherokee Capture lunar eclipse through simple photography techniques When the good life goes full circle Dialogue on forests must continue The courtroom no place for a test of faith Cherokee have opportunity to forge ahead Rail owner plans year-round service Widening of U.S. 19 to begin this year Needmore Tract draws interest Preservation Efforts Pay Off Art that steals you away Regional Politics— Rep. Taylor says privatizing Social Security could work 1/26/00 High turnout means success, organizer says United States Forest Service seeks input on managing forests Haywood conservation groups get EPA grant Ramsey's roots - and legacy - run deep Land deal sealed despite Taylor's tepid support Triple negatives: Losing a language The Speaker's Lasting Influence A stitch in time Dudek appointed to Joint Watershed Advisory Committee Scientist argues against computers in the classroom Back to top 2/00 2/2/00 Shaking the shackles of serious drug addiction Time to furl the Confederate flag Serious, unresolved problems feed eating disorders Volunteer center is a 'Point of Light' ESC office to serve Mountain Project clients A Shortcut to the Classroom Finding A Way Out Needmore presents rare chance for dialogue, biologist says Winter hiking on Whiteside Mountain 2/9/00 Lost packers rescued in Great Smoky Mountains Park Blue Ridge Parkway view area mapping to be completed State makes smart move to attract quality teachers We must all go home again Being creative about conservation Bombing expulsion prompts SMHS to alter graduation Water, sewer issue divides Bethel Litter problem targeted statewide Wise Monkey, that funky monkey 2/16/00 Counties seek boat ramp funding They're counting on our ignorance Do we need another golf resort in WNC? Tracing the roots of 20th century crime Sylva leaders embark on Mill Street visioning project New road plans requested Tribal planners say more study likely on Kituwah tract 2/23/00 Sumtymers gives seniors a place for a day An accurate census means a lot to WNC Mexico's splendor worth rough travel Needmore decision awaits two-year study Activist praises Macon's response to KKK rally Sen. Edwards assails influence of money in politics Denton: Bad timing for supplement Officials debate future of old schools Following the beat of the red horse Pillow talk for the public, unusual glimpse into an odd marriage BRP Foundation cited for "Helping to Make Life Better" Communication lapse compounds woes Back to top 3/00 3/1/00 Bryson City working on downtown facelift Local group is North Carolina Water Conservationist of the Year Decaying trees are important part of ecosystem At the top, DOT is still misguided We appreciate you, Chuck, really Touring Mexico a local's journey continues School board will honor salutatorian EDC wants autonomy from county Litter hotline started in Haywood County Lake Logan deal finalized Dirty Water - Regulators' hands tied when it comes sediment Local group seeks to preserve mountain folk dancing 3/8/00 Far from home and loving it Religion is too personal to be a campaign issue Erosion measures useless if violators don't face penalties Tuckaseigee needs public's support, expert says Jackson puts library on hold for recreation Changing Lives Practicing medicine as much art as science, physician says The fabric of our lives, on display 3/15/00 Taking the library to the highway Three local species get new lease on life Dombeck proposes new policy for managing forest roads Does TVA really care about WNC? County board tries to protect Macon's rich diversity Finding space for WNC's 'new natives' A Traveler's Tale of a Mayan Adventure Macon preservation effort draws praise EMC says no to Rhodes' permit Pet haven takes root You just got to "Lovett" 3/22/00 Sawmill workers ponder fire's aftermath Janzen strives for conservation through gardenification First bad air day comes early to Great Smoky Mountains National Park Renowned ecologist aiming to expand ACG Big money's influence trickles down to state races Referendums could help decide hot-button issues A baby's life for its mother? Beached in Belize Jackson jury awards $500,000 in sedimentation lawsuit Bumpy roads Student brings home a piece of the Big Apple to make indie film 3/29/00 Fontana users group elects officers, speaks to TVA authorities Beavers plague Tuckasegee landowner Air quality in WNC continues to worsen WNC clueless about benefits of planning Haven't we heard enough NRA whining? EMC needs to change its ways Locals persevere despite adversity in Guatemala Jen Sacks' "Nice" is about hot sex in the post-cold war era Back to top 4/00 4/05/00 GSMNP to poison non-native trout species in selected rivers and streams Barber Orchard sites deserve spot on NPL A smart approach to growth The barbarians are running the show Guatemala’s central highlands explored Planners OK sediment ordinance HCC to help displaced workers Money & Politics Into the Rhythm 4/12/00 Tribal Council OKs Kituwah development A Walk in the Park National forest plan safe for Indiana bat, agency says Piling on the tobacco industry Expect the best and often you’ll get just that The strange ordeal of Col. Raymond Robins Looming tax hike for schools irks some in Macon SCC’s Dr. Groves urges technology collaboration ARC comes to Haywood to push entrepreneurship Knob Scorcher - A Mountain Bike Classic Tony Furtado,an eclectic, can’t miss wonder A few fleeting glimpses of the real Kerouac Lock the doors and leave the trash Asphalt plant will be forced to close Yevgency Yevtushenkoa warmth within ice 4/19/00 WNC roads worst in the state Reclaiming the importance of community Finally learning to really care County enters asphalt plant debate at bad time Beneath Guatemala Macon SCC campus would cost $9.5 million New cell tower sites approved Expert says sediment problems can be avoided $2.54 million grant will help MVSD eliminate problems Allens Creek residents oppose possible condemnation Earth Day grows up A velvet train ride 4/26/00 Ela sawmill workers rebuild their future Swain to capitalize on outdoor recreation WCU panel discusses ‘Troubled Air’ video Poems not so far from Earth Cherohala Skyway - Camping, hiking and scenic overlooks attract visitors Gore’s Earth Day proposal falls woefully short Do me a favor -- stay home May 2 Baseball’s exercise in hypocrisy Examining Native American culture from the inside Back to top 5/00 5/3/00 Macon council to advise on watershed issues Hard lessons from a lingering war Squandering opportunity with Cuba Finding big lessons in small places Unanimous vote puts county on Rhodes' side Natural and Scenic Cullasaja worries Macon officials Airport terminal carries $250,000 price tag New Sylva PO plans finalized Old Asheville Highway plan finally settled Finding a Balance Hobnobbing with the Literati at High Hampton Highlands Celebrating a new Museum of Natural History Jackson-Macon Conservation League will give groups a unified voice 5/10/00 Spring in the Smokies Tell politicians to get their fingers off the trigger NP&L will have to make concessions A ray of hope for the defenseless Finding an escape route to the mountains Antique and retail mall exceeds owners' expectations County formally opposes Village's ETJ proposal County, school leaders review funding requests Lessons from the Creek Quelle heure est-il? A journey begins 5/17/00 A good time to start training Falcons close Devils Courthouse peak Protecting the park's backcountry The 'no tax hike' phobia avoids the issue Creek program gives students valuable lessons Macon sheriff seeks budget of $2.9 million Highlands-Cashiers Hospital eyes $5 million expansion Willet’s Tract supporters await meeting with Rep. Taylor Waynesville budget proposal hikes taxes 5 cents Why WNC needs the fastest Internet connections Cuban 'Son' - A Waynesville family goes back to its roots 5/24/00 Video encourages community to help with teen pregnancy problem Finding yourself - GPS makes it easy Fatality first ever by a bear in the Smokies Getting in on the revolution Following the lead of our heroes Lack of zoning cause of asphalt controversy, official says Jackson formally opposes local ETJ efforts Mobile unit makes sex safe for cats Salvaging wood products means closing sawmill Here come the crowds A world apart Make time for LucerneI 5/31/00 Tax issue elicits salvos from both camps Running for Life Autopsy in bear death will take months to finish Weed whacking ain't no way to mow grass Coming around to the familiar CCC tries to raise awareness of trash problem Modern-day Homesteaders Awestruck in Austria Always the Music - Ratdog's Wasserman keeps the same refrain Back to top 6/00 6/7/00 Reading is key for all ages Re-visiting the 'Orient' with Yourcenar Forest Service plans public hearing on roadless initiative Nesting falcons visible at Devil's Courthouse Advice for the not-so-great graduate Celebrating our own birthday Rhodes Asphalt plant decision expected in July Taylor criticizes Jackson board for its actions in tax dispute Tax rate drops to 48 cents in Jackson budget proposal Haywood budget proposal maintains current tax rate The Dulcimer Takes Center Stage 6/14/00 PAWS provides hope for pets abandoned in Swain The mystical diary of an American original 'Beneath the Skin' a true chiller GSMNP to go ahead with trout restoration project More bad air news - Smokies record 10th bad ozone day of year An unforgettable road trip with Carden The person, usually, is not the issue In this crazy world, screwing around is expensive Franklin, Macon study options for water, sewer expansion Caretakers of the Appalachian Trail APCA withdrawal sparks air quality debate Tito Puente - the passing of an original A place where tales of magic and dragons are born-Neuschwanstein 6/21/00 Autopsy results in bear death show no signs of foul play Archaeologist excited about opportunities Burned by the power of the Web Haywood gains nothing by staying in APCA Being too inclusive destroys the church’s foundation ATC volunteers get recognition they deserve Hound aids award-winning Macon deputy Sediment law gets hearing - Denton says one amendment may be all ordinance needs Pulling out of APCA a mistake, citizens say Noonan makes case against Hillary Clinton Momaday’s protagonist torn between two worlds Curtis Mayfied’s social message and music were ahead of his time Seeing Germany again for the first time 6/28/00 Swain to use Pepsi building for recreation Enjoying Sols Creek Falls Public comment taken on elk environmental assessment plan Press distorted World Bank protests in D.C. Discovering the virtues of a baby face No better time to up the ante Indoor air quality deserves our attention Finds include remnants from Native Americans Sifting through artifacts from early settlers History books to inspire young readers Cowboy writing from a mild-mannered lady Law's book captures the spirit of the 1960s Green's strident voice compromises immense literary potential Explorer: A life through the yellow rectangle Back to top 7/00 7/5/00 Polls show strong support for roadless initiative 200-acre land swap under study Green energy program launched in National Park Perhaps there is some common ground Elian episode backfires for Cuban-Americans Exploring the angst of today’s young males School officials prepare for looming shortage An Old West theme park still rides high in the mountains Court won’t hear EMC complaint Childress' work offers one view of paradise Off the beaten path Folk rooted innovators of Mermaid Avenue 7/12/00 Field station continues service Taylor's clean air proposal called 'fraud' by Neill Teacher shortage makes raising pay more critical Searching for answers in the woods A rookie flails around at fly fishing County likes floodplain ordinance; town wary of reaction Sediment proposal worries contractors SPiR tries to re-focus and re-energize Kaminsky provides a good solid mystery Prose captures the essence of academia Sardonic Sedaris - new book is a big hit Traditional Blue Grass electrified 7/19/00 Hummingbirds' behavior proves to be fascinating for birders Adelgid wreaks havoc on local landscape The dirty truth about Taylor's clean-air proposal Guaranteeing the success of SPiR The drug war's real profiteers abide by the law Air problems have been ignored for too long Waynesville still has questions about dining ordinance Mountain region inspires many books The Devil went down to Georgia, or has he? The Steeplechasers -- keeping it simple 7/26/00 Rare parrot in danger Modern threats posed to ancient forests Celebrating community via dance Life's lessons learned playing Monopoly Our dumping grounds are getting crowded A good start on solving a big problem Weakened sediment ordinance passes Old Asheville Highway debate re-opened Jacob Burrows' father and friends are determined to complete his dream 'Sleepless Days' a misdiagnosis Bahr earning a spot among the South's greatest The man in black is back at it again Back to top 8/00 8/2/00 What exactly is a watershed? New Discoveries: 'Bioblitz' results in identification of new moths and butterflies Troubled youth deserve chance to find success Perhaps seniors need to prove they can still drive Re-establishing a connection to the land Road debate takes an unfortunate turn HVO website has recycling information Smokies suffering badly from air pollution Citizens favor 80-percent reduction for NOx Clean-air plan needs to balance demands Fast takes us inside characters to paint portrait of modern America No Great Mischief - A novel about those who take pride in 'looking after the blood' Spreadheads take to the highway Confessions of a Folkmoot Fanatic 8/9/00 Characteristics of endangered versus threatened species Perhaps they will talk of issues instead of decency Defining moments from the wrong end of a gun No mistaking the public's position on clean air Residents grapple with growth issues Macon finally approves floodplain ordinance law Cherokee hotel will be open by October 2001 Jackson officials ponder wisdom of Blue Ridge addition EPA completes work at Barber Orchard Bethel residents ask county to reassess water-sewer denial The purchase goes to the park Robbins renders yet another rollicking read Hillbilly Idol: Chameleons of Americana The Best of Bluegrass - Del McCoury wins praise from fans and fellow musicians 8/16/00 Water pollution not always apparent from color of water Park Service unveils plans for Devil's Courthouse Generations will benefit from one family's generosity The senator has got the gift of 'it' Does our jury system do us real justice? Living in the path of great surprises A weekend getaway turns into a travel nightmare The TVA's presence in North Carolina Taylor says story about grand jury probe political motivated WNC residents hang tough on lake level fight Developers see market for eco-friendly communities Beneath the halo - An unflinching look at the father of bluegrass War journal is a testament to the human spirit Bolgiano lends environmental activism to history of forest Bottoms chronicles plight of 'everyman' 8/23/00 Defining sediment and its impact on aquatic habitats Reintroductions produce varied results The politics of the ballot initiative Falling for the false allure of media hype Fontana Lake drawdown still a sore spot for WNC Easing into land-use planning: Macon leaders think slow approach will win support Plant prompts people to leave Cullasaja Newspaper details Taylor's Russian business ventures The roots of deep ecology Bethel sewer debate raises growth issues O'Rourke suggests ways to read your way into the elections Stories remove the rose-colored glasses Norman Blake - A North Georgia original The Greasy Beans: On the edge of old-tyme 8/30/00 Land swap studies to begin in earnest Trekking onward: A seasoned cyclist learns to balance his passion with the rest of his life Wanted: A plan for preserving rural areas The sad fact is that violent cops are out there Respecting the rights of those who are different Bonds would be boost for Jackson economy Outdoor pool's fate will take time to decide 'The Reader' is a fine novel that embraces the nuances of history Crowe's writing full of stark images and insightful thoughts Reimer twins present new conflicts in 'nature vs. nurture' Junior Kimbrough: A legendary bluesman lives on Bluegrass and mountain dance: The fiber of Fines Creek Duke preserves the prose of Thomas Crowe Back to top 9/00 9/6/00 $3.1 million arts center opens in Swain Running Dry: Final days of summer rafting season hurt by dam malfunction Nothing compares to first-car love New election law will help busy voters Individual rights are bedrock of Davis' political philosophy SPiR hires McHargue as executive director Whose rivers are they? NP&L relicensing highlights opposing views Western chosen as test site for UNC online student portal Essays on a southerner’s South Smith embarks on a poetic journey down the infamous Trail of Tears A bass man with style: Allen Woody’s death cuts short an upward spiraling career 9/13/00 Who's to blame for sediment? Forget not the price of freedom When parents and kids are too close Panel helps county make choices about non-profit contributions U.S. 441 sewer project for Whittier OK’d WCU receives grant to edit historical Cherokee manuscript Grant to determine if vegetation can remove Barber’s Orchard contaminants Houk presents an overview of the mountains in a small package Port Arthur captures the essence of the bayou Viperhouse: Music therapy for the soul WNC acoustic scene just right for Lamkin Atlanta Ballet - old tradition with new style 9/20/00 Swain leaders back bond effort Taylor ducks debates with weak excuse The malcontents are vital to us all It all goes down Grant to fund special education teacher support program Author's gentle humor depicts the adventures of childhood Proven fright formula works well for Carroll Altan: Music that makes sense to the soul New park superintendent sets sights on air problems, traffic Sam's Creek opened to anglers prior to brook trout restoration A confusing legacy rears its head 9/27/00 Local agencies provide help to landowners seeking usage advice Conservation and Reinvestment Act would fund wildlife projects for years to come Is there a future for newspapers? Free speech panel's decision is indefensible It's the Olympics, so don't forget the asterisks School choice does have benefits Lake Junaluska deserves better from community Bryson defends funding decision - Highlands group sidestepped process but received money Cashiers residents offer to help expand library History books provide fresh insight into familiar events Youthful passion intertwines with the prose of Wolfe Bruce Molsky Old-time music with a new-found delicacy Region’s folk artists keep traditions alive at Mountain Heritage Day Back to top 10/00 10/4/00 New ski lift at Cataloochee will move more skiiers up mountain The Naturalist's Corner Careful selection of plants can conserve and enhance streams Families help fill in the spaces Sydney ain't got nothing on the K-9 Olympiad Counties shouldn’t wait to address teacher shortage Americans traded vacations for money Cashiers sewer proposal upsets many residents Indian Fair dates back 132 years Mansfield delves into mankind's need for objects of the past 'Out of Her Mind' a riveting collection of first-person accounts 10/11/00 Spider habitat to be protected Team NOC sets sights on the Southern Traverse Adventure Race The Naturalist's Corner Cycle tour will be featured online Small thinking politicians shackle good teachers Death penalty mistakes make it a hard sell Cashiers sewage proposal deserves more discussion Land trusts gain popularity as conservation movement grows up Task force works on a 'vision' for Waynesville Authors show the best routes for enjoying a regional treasure Large tomes offer a volume of knowledge for the unintimidated 'Jim the Boy' provides "selective nostalgia" for some It's a Matter of Record Gatemouth's unique style keeps fans listening 10/18/00 EMC passes Gov. Hunt's plan for a 56 percent cut in nitrogen oxide Grass roots environmental group debuts in Sylva Preparing for winter's guests Kids in the Creek provides aquatic education for children CARA's passage killed in senate Protecting wildlands just one aspect of land preservation Land-use planning is tough work Authenticity not always a pretty sight -- or sound Cashiers opponents form group to study growth, planning S.C. developers unveil plans for 4,400-acre Balsam tract Snapshots of the past Camuto's 'Another Country' illuminates Cherokee myths, legends Atwood's dual plots make for good reading Nicholson turns the bizarre and mysterious into quality stories 'Uncle Marc' Cathey, a legandary outdoorsman Uchtmann and the Opus 111 10/25/00 EMC upholds ruling that protects against sediment The Naturalist's Corner Leaves do not harm streams Beating the clock Dotson keeps Father Time at bay U.S. drug laws simply fuel more crime The fine art of crafting the truth We must assign a higher priority to clean air Lawmakers turned on CARA despite its promise Air quality decision a bad omen for WNC New store's revenue will help domestic abuse victims CCC tries to organize groups to clean Haywood communities Back Then Elk to be released in the Smokies Exploring the influence of the environment on mountain culture A book for those who understand how it feels to be broken 'Mummies' makes for fine reading, great photos Back to top 11/00 11/1/00 Walls wants to map plan for Swain's economic future Road to Nowhere money re-opens decades-old debate 'Threatened' status sought for Cerulean warbler Rainbow and brown trout to be left in park streams for now Halloween: A reminder of our connection to the planet LTWA preserves quality of watershed habitats Canadian style gun control can be annoying Rep. Taylor's voting record deserves a look Unifying leaders key to growth Hill's novel explores issues of free speech and political correctness 'Lost Girls' loses sight of plot - Bizarre characters jockey for reader's attention NC writers capture state's literary flavor Preserving the old ways of the Cherokee The rainforest produces a doctor 11/8/00 Naturalist's Corner GSMNP rated worst among parks for air quality Greenway on its way Court mistakenly says pre-school is mandated by state's constitution Will we gamble on a state lottery? The myth of commercial logging and fire prevention Work on campaign reform while the cynicism lingers Keep attention on our air quality problems Jackson County retirees to get new health benefits Winters finishes 2,160-mile AT over two years Let's talk books and writing with King and Nugent Instant memoir uneven yet darkly edifying 'Turkey' George had a larger-than-life reputation 11/15/00 Updated plan would ban commercial logging in roadless areas Tessentee begins new life as area visitor center Needmore Tract preservation is essential Naturalist's Corner Devil's Courthouse closed Slave reparations will fuel a smoldering fire Remembrance of past days spent wild Football by radio and pizza don't mix well Right-of-way purchases on schedule Animal advocates decide how to best use limited resources Emerson turns a critical eye toward American naiveté Reviving the soul of a storyteller Geronimo almost imprisoned in WNC Indigenous' members were raised on rock Fat Possum brings us the blues 11/22/00 New Superintendent officially installed The Naturalist's Corner Hike sales tax, help the counties Did a place so idyllic ever exist? Valley View could redefine role of no-kill shelters Cashiers residents continue to debate sewer issue The ABC's of need Two new books explore GSMNP's founding and how it evolved to its present state 'Blue Angel' is a finely-written examination of self-deception Burroughs portrayed as the ultimate outsider Back Then with George Ellison 11/29/00 The Naturalist's Corner Hunter's characters, plots put him in upper echelon of suspense writers A dark allegory told by a dream catcher Silt fences work in some terrain, but proper installation is critical Christmas Bird Count continues 101-year ornithological tradition WNCW tiptoes across the advertising minefield Let's find a reliable way to cast votes Election fiasco evidence of larger cultural war Help for families of drug addicts An adolescent skirmish in the war of the sexes Quill Rose was the ambassador of Eagle Creek Wid Medford -- bear hunter-extraordinaire Remains may stall Macon airport expansion Gaming profits directed to cultural preservation North Carolina side of national park getting attention Mental health proposals raise concerns Back to top 12/00 12/6/00 Petition to list cerulean warbler as threatened is stalled Roadless area logging ban won't affect WNC Storm brings many birds to Lake Junaluska Spotfin Chub regaining habitat in Little Tennessee River watershed Mills should be banned in N.C. Mills do no harm to forests Normal is often a stellar trait Scientists give Cresecent information on Needmore Smart Growth tries to control, not stop, new development Loss of cultural identity worries Balsam residents Whatever happened to customer service? Novel explores the web of tangled allegiances during and after Civil War Swimmer was main source for Cherokee lore 12/13/00 NP&L adopts name of Duke Power 200 jobs lost after county’s $1.2 million incentive package First part of new NOC bike trail completed New plan will increase fire protection resources in state Eastern bog turtle does live in North Carolina mountains The Naturalist's Corner 'Butter' wrote the book on giving Journalism takes a mean right turn Will anyone move beyond studying our growth problems? Toward a new kind of conservation Kephart's cabin in the Back of Beyond Dr. Brinkley: Rags to riches and back again Tribe pays $560,000 for 3.9 acres of road frontage Jail account violates statutes, auditors say The legendary Loretta Lynn picks up the pieces after the death of her beloved husband Federal project will help local teachers Stegner’s novel provides insights and the writing skills of a poet Into the realm of a sinister protagonist 12/20/00 Old-time mountaineers celebrated Christmas -- with trees Stepped up enforcement helps rangers convict deer poachers The Naturalist's Corner LTWA receives grant for 'Kids in the Creek' Reintroduction of elk delayed due to risk of winter stress The Christmas Bird Count: an annual tally Clean air group gets endorsements, plans major fund-raising concert All animal shelters are not created equal We must better prepare criminals for a life of freedom One sure way to better enjoy the holidays Smith had memorable tenure as chief Hooper House restoration project moves forward Junaluska gets boost for sedimentation problem Steam train returns to Smokies SCC's Dr. Groves named to rural Internet commission Is America's gun culture founded on a big-time myth? Berry uses novel to explore a vanishing life 12/27/00 Pigeon River Fund grants to help water monitoring project Hypothermia claims life of hiker on national park trail Nature Center gets facelift The Naturalist's Corner Just who is poisoning the well? What happened to pride in the presidency? Peace spreads... one epiphany at a time Finding the right kind of growth for the mountains Preserve strives to be a model for development Ski industry’s economic impact hard to gauge Draw Down: Lake Fontana gives up its stories every five years Antebellum North Carolina as told through diaries, essays Holman produces a book both strange and wonderful "Citizen" Cherokee and the story of Tsali Making the best of the new millennium Back to top
