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Pigeon Center camp adds a touch of civics
Sure, summer camps are all about creating precious childhood memories filled with friends and fun, but at Waynesville’s Pigeon Community…
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Skyland Camp for Girls steeped in tradition
When Susan Courtney Harris first came to the Smokies, she was just looking for a place to escape the stifling…
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WNC camp spots in high demand
Most families in Western North Carolina haven’t even taken their spring break yet but already parents are clamoring to secure…
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Blackgum tree trunks have many uses
Editor’s note: This article first appeared in The Smoky Mountain News in March 2002. Some months ago I wrote about…
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Smokies ranger earns national award
A National Park Service ranger who has focused on the scientific and educational significance of the Great Smoky Mountains National…
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Cullowhee gets new welcome sign
A new sign along Old Cullowhee Road now welcomes visitors and residents alike to Cullowhee’s historic center, thanks to efforts…
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A quick run through some fine books
Spring-cleaning. Those two words conjure up images of washing windows, storing away the winter clothes, and carting off odds-and-ends to…
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Feels like the first time: Jeff Pilson of Foreigner
When you run through the gamut of truly great rock bands, the name Foreigner tends to usually be somewhere near…
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This must be the place: Don’t shoot the messenger
Right around this time of year, journalists from across the state gather at the North Carolina Press Association awards ceremony…
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HART honors Thomson
At the opening of the Haywood Arts Regional Theatre’s current studio production “Venus in Fur,” the Waynesville theatre took the…
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Let’s keep people out of watershed
To the Editor: The town of Waynesville has passed an ordinance making defecation and urination on the ground a public…
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A hit piece without facts
To the Editor: The hate trump crowd that includes the media ringleaders keeps trying to denigrate President Donald Trump any…
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Let’s fire Sen. Tillis next election
To the Editor: Last week both our Senators, Richard Burr and Thom Tillis, had two opportunities to demonstrate that they…
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This cruel, lingering illness just won’t let go
When you’ve been sick long enough, your perception of reality begins to change. A couple of days may be no…
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Economics and the tilt to socialism
My son was home from college for spring break. As we ate dinner one night, he described to my wife…
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Jackson health plan faces deficit
Jackson County will likely be making some big changes to its health plan following the realization that it’s headed toward…
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Nikwasi ownership sparks more debate
The Franklin Town Council was in agreement to move forward with plans to deed over the Nikwasi Mound to new…
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Parkway district ranger barred from law enforcement duties
Nine months after a traffic accident that resulted in a pair of drug possession charges for a lead law enforcement…
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Me Too Movement founder speaks about sexual violence
In 24 short hours, more than 12 million people posted a personal message on social media using the #MeToo hashtag.…
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Letts planned to run for chief, public records show
A Feb. 26 announcement from Superior Court Judge Bradley Letts that he would retire from his seat but would not…
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Waynesville will seek loans for sewer financing
Waynesville aldermen have taken a historic step toward replacing the town’s ailing sewer plant — a step that will bind…
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Maggie Valley development ordinance nearing completion
After years of fits and starts, Maggie Valley’s unified development ordinance is finally about to see the light of day,…
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Cherokee election filing ends
Following the conclusion of candidate filing for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians' 2019 election season, below is the list…
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Parkway district ranger charged with drug possession
A Blue Ridge Parkway district ranger was arrested in Tennessee last year following a traffic accident in which he was…
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Haywood County native behind ‘#trashtag’ sensation
A trending hashtag … err … #trashtag has been gaining worldwide attention for encouraging people to photograph pictures of the…
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Former WCU chancellor dies
John W. Bardo, who served as chancellor of Western Carolina University from 1995 to 2011, passed away Tuesday, March 12,…
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Changing primaries could help system
By Martin Dyckman • Guest Columnist Every member of Congress is required to swear loyalty to the Constitution, not to…
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A little knowledge can go a long way
To the Editor: If you haven’t researched or assisted a foreigner in easing through the maze of the Immigration and…
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Where is Willie’s scooter?
To the Editor: Willie is a graduate of WCU and has a degree in sociology. He was told by his…
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Young people want tolerance
To the Editor: In America today we are experiencing tremendous growing pains and challenges to the way things have been,…
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Learning to live with intention
Ever had a life-changing book fall into your literal hands? This happened to me recently. I order my favorite rare,…
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Greenhouse gas inventory released
The Greenhouse Gas Inventory requested by a recent executive order from Gov. Roy Cooper has now been released by the…
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Outdoors store opens on WCU campus
Western Carolina University once more has an outdoors store on campus following the closure of Blackrock Outdoor Company.
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Parkway visitation falls in 2018
According to recently released statistics from the National Park Service, the Blue Ridge Parkway logged its lowest visitation since 2014,…
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‘Leader of leaders’: New Smokies chief ranger brings impressive career to America’s most visited park
After decades roving the backcountry of some of the largest parks in the Western United States, Lisa Hendy is returning…
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National Park visits up despite shutdown
Despite a government shutdown that lasted most of the month, visitation in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was markedly…
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The Naturalist's Corner: Bated breath
I am sure I’m not the only one hoping the Lake Junaluska eagles are successful this nesting season. It seems,…
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Bringing the word to the people: Frank Stasio of ‘The State of Things’
In terms of journalism and media in North Carolina, very few names are as recognizable as that of Frank Stasio.…
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This must be the place: Haynes conjures rock spirit through symphony
Arguably the hardest working man in rock-n-roll, guitar legend Warren Haynes has never been one to shy away from testing…
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Jennie Churchill was anything but a prude
Mrs. Patrick Campbell, famed Victorian actress, was renowned for her sharp wit. On hearing about a sexual relationship between two…
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Youth ministry sees success, growth
It’s official: Increased numbers of middle and high school students are choosing to experience personal and spiritual renewal at Lake…
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WOW will welcome new members
Women of Waynesville, a nonprofit organization that supports the needs of women and children in Haywood County, invites all interested…
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Complex child welfare cases costing counties
Substance abuse has had a number of unintended consequences on society from mental illness, unemployment, overcrowded jails, a backlogged court…
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Large donations will benefit Haywood students, residents
A substantial and somewhat surprising gift by two Haywood County natives has the potential to contribute to the community for…
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Canton gears up for budget talks
Although it wasn’t a formal budget retreat, leaders in the Town of Canton met last week to begin identifying budget…
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Consolidation reversal likely in Jackson
The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will likely hold yet another vote on potential changes to its health and human…
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Unexpected father of five looks for help
When Chris Slagle’s partner of 26 years died unexpectedly four years ago, he bought a fixer-upper house in Maggie Valley…
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