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Rally against Trump at Haywood courthouse
To the Editor: For the past month, several hundred people have gathered in front of the Haywood County Courthouse at…
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Upstream Rebellion to play Sylva
Rising regional Americana/bluegrass act Upstream Rebellion will hit the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at The Junction Pub…
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Ready for classic rock, country gold?
Haywood County rock/country act Outlaw Whiskey will perform as part of the “New Year’s Eve Party” at 8 p.m. Tuesday,…
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Orchestra rolls into Highlands
A renowned jazz/soul ensemble, the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, at the Highlands Performing…
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Rock, jam at Lazy Hiker
Jam-rock ensemble Prophets of Time will hit the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at Lazy Hiker Brewing in…
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All aboard 'The Polar Express'
“The Polar Express” train ride will roll down the tracks on select dates from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad depot…
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Lazy Hiker gets the blues
Americana/folk singer-songwriter Woolybooger will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at Lazy Hiker Brewing in Sylva and 7 p.m.…
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'Sounds of the Season'
The Haywood Community Band will host its “Sounds of the Season” concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 14, at the Calvary…
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Jason Bonham returns to Harrah’s
Rock icon Jason Bonham will bring his “Led Zeppelin Experience” once again to the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec.…
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Blue Ridge Books poetry reading
Wayne Caldwell will present his latest work, “River Road,” at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Blue Ridge Books in…
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'Cold Mountain Christmas Craft Fair'
The inaugural “Cold Mountain Christmas Craft Fair” will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at the…
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WCU presents ‘The Nutcracker’
Featuring professional classical dances and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company, a magically festive, full-length stage version of…
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Boojum welcomes Jesse Velvet
Asheville rock-n-soul outfit Jesse Velvet will perform at 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at The Gem downstairs taproom at Boojum…
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Dillsboro’s ‘Lights & Luminaries’
The 41st annual “Lights & Luminaries” will return from 5-9 p.m. Dec. 13-14 in the streets of downtown Dillsboro. Experience…
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‘Christmas at Lake Junaluska’
A beloved annual tradition, the “Christmas at Lake Junaluska” celebration will be held Dec. 13-15 at the Lake Junaluska Conference…
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Ready for ‘A Kilted Christmas’?
Featuring Celtic/world musical ensemble Eireann’s Call, the “A Kilted Christmas” concert will hit the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec.…
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‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
A special stage production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical Extravaganza” will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13,…
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Bluegrass legends to play Balsam Mountain Inn
Featuring bluegrass legends Shawn Lane & Darren Nicholson, the “Balsam Christmas Concert” will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov.…
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Americana, folk at Mountain Layers
Jackson County Americana/folk duo Bird in Hand will perform at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, at Mountain Layers Brewing Company…
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Christmas in Appalachia
As the temperature drops in Western North Carolina, the fun only heats up. The holiday season here is filled with…
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A Cullowhee Christmas: The holidays are in full swing at WCU
As fall is slowly transitioning to winter, so, too, comes the holiday cheer. And although Thanksgiving Day, the official kickoff…
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Cataloochee Ranch welcomes bluegrass legend
Americana/bluegrass act the Darren Nicholson Band will hit the stage for a special intimate performance at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov.…
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Stecoah Drive-About Tour
The annual “Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour” will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29-30 at featured…
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Americana, folk at Frog Level
Rising singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alma Russ will hit the stage at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, at Frog Level Brewing…
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City Lights welcomes Woloch, Sunshine
The following readings will occur at City Lights Bookstore in Sylva. • Poets Cecilia Woloch and Louise Morgan Runyon will…
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Handmade Holiday Sale
The 15th annual “Handmade Holiday Sale” will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, in the Bardo…
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Mountain Layers gets the blues
Americana/folk singer-songwriter Woolybooger will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at Mountain Layers Brewing in Bryson City.
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‘Songs of America’ at HCC
The Haywood Community Band will present “Songs of America” honoring our veterans at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at Haywood…
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‘Haywood Heroes’ welcomes Brothers Gillespie
Presented by Axe & Awl Leatherworks and powered by the Historic Frog Level Merchants Association, the “Haywood Heroes” flood benefit…
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'Echoes Across the Smokies’
The Western Carolina University Mountain Heritage Center will present “Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Bluegrass, Ballads, and Tall…
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Lake Logan flood benefit
The “Cold Mountain Community Cookout & Concert” featuring blues-rockers Fancy & The Gentlemen will take place on Saturday, Nov. 2,…
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Blues legend comes to Hayesville
Renowned blues act Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’Blues appears at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Peacock Performing…
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Grant program assists Jackson businesses post-Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Jackson County Economic Development has put together a grant opportunity for businesses impacted by…
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Early voting ends this weekend
In-person early voting ends Saturday, Nov. 2 at 3 p.m., but voters will still have one last opportunity to cast…
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Macon to consider waiving environmental health fees
In the coming months, the Macon County Commission will consider waiving environmental health fees, and possibly building inspection fees, after…
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How to deal with damaged wells and septic systems
North Carolinians who lost access to water through a private well or damaged septic system as a result of Hurricane Helene may…
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Israeli delegation visit highlights international concern over Helene
When Hurricane Helene slammed into the Gulf Coast on Sept. 27, the storm’s destructive capabilities instantly grabbed national headlines. Now,…
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Canton, still recovering from 2021 flood, moves forward
Lost in the aftermath of the damage Hurricane Helene dealt to Canton is the fact that when the storm hit…
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NCGOP chair tours hard-hit western counties
As Western North Carolina recovers from one of the most powerful storms ever to hit the state, residents alongside local…
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Voter Guide 2024
N.C. Governor Josh Stein - D Josh Stein earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Dartmouth College in 1988 along…
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‘Rock For Relief’
In the wake of the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene, “Rock For Relief: A WNC Flood Benefit Festival,” an…
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Bluegrass legend comes to Glenville
Americana/bluegrass artist Darren Nicholson will hit the stage for the “Young Mountain Magic” fundraiser at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26,…
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Ready for ‘Frightacular’?
The Haywood Community Band will present “Frightacular” at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, at the First United Methodist Church in…
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Espalin returns to Mountain Layers
Singer-songwriter Wyatt Espalin will hit the stage at 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, at Mountain Layers Brewing in Bryson City.
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Unplugged Pub welcomes Jon Cox
Regional country/rock act The Jon Cox Band will perform as part of the “Halloween Costume Party” at 8 p.m. Saturday,…
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Tax cuts, vouchers, abortion drive western legislative races
North Carolina’s four westernmost state legislators are all seeking reelection this year, but their campaigns are about much more than just…
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Haywood schools face repair work, shifting student enrollment
Following the damage caused by Hurricane Helene, Haywood County Schools reopened its doors to students and staff last week.
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Jackson increases occupancy tax rate
With a short but proven track record of funding capital projects, Jackson County will increase its occupancy tax rate to…
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Officials break ground on new FHS
Construction on the first phase of the new Franklin High School is officially underway after years of advocating and planning…
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Macon selects interim county manager
At its October meeting the Macon County Commission said goodbye to long-time County Manager Derek Roland and announced its selection…
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