Federal, state and local officials decry Helene conspiracy theories
The head of FEMA, Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, Republican Haywood County Sheriff Bill Wilke and Republican Haywood County Commission Chair…
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In the face of flood needs, Canton businesses come together
Over the last few days, the Southern Porch restaurant in downtown Canton has been averaging between 200 to 300 free…
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AGAIN: Horrific storm damage will remake Western North Carolina
AGAIN. For the second time in three years, Haywood County, the highest east of the Mississippi River, experienced devastating flooding…
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WNC hospitals challenged in Helene’s wake
Hospital staff work through communication disruptions, water system failures and their own storm-induced uncertainty to keep caring for patients.
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One life lost in Macon flooding
While Macon County may have been spared the catastrophic flooding experienced by so many of its Western North Carolina neighbors…
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Despite flooding, Jackson escapes worst of Hurricane Helene impact
Jackson County was largely spared the damning effects of Hurricane Helene from which its neighbors to the east are still…
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Ravaged by floodwaters, Frog Level Brewing remains resilient
After floodwaters from Hurricane Helene overtook the Historic Frog Level District in downtown Waynesville this past weekend, several business owners…
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HELENE: How to help
Since Tropical Storm Helene hit Western North Carolina, there has been an outpouring of people looking for ways to support…
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PHOTO GALLERY: Tropical Storm Helene hits Western North Carolina
Tropical Storm Helene was predicted to bring significant flooding to Western North Carolina, but it's hard to fathom how much…
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School cancellations following Hurricane Helene impact
Schools around the region will be closed beginning Sept. 29 following flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.
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Gov. Cooper offers update on Helene rescue, recovery efforts
Gov. Roy Cooper provided an update on the emergency response and recovery from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. He…
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Tropical Storm Helene hits Western North Carolina
Editor's note: Hurricane Helene has already produced flash flooding and dangerous winds across the region, and it has come on…
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Mountain Heritage Day canceled
Western Carolina University announced Thursday, Sept. 26 that the 50th Anniversary of Mountain Heritage Day daytime festival, scheduled for Saturday,…
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On the right path: Pathways celebrates a decade of service to the community
What started off as a clever idea to address recidivism has grown into something more — a community-driven response to…
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Blame game: Vance, Walz trade barbs in dueling NC appearances
In a series of pointed comments, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance took aim at their respective…
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Former Maggie Valley Police Chief sues town: Suit alleges wrongful termination, coverup of criminal activity
Former Maggie Valley Police Chief Russ Gilliland is suing the town for wrongful termination following what he alleges was the…
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Testing data is in, HCS reaches sixth in the state
This month the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction released performance and growth data for the 2023-24 school year, and…
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Man describes what led him to Pathways and what led him out
It’s tough for a person to get back up on their feet, no matter how well they may have done…
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Smoky Mountain News brings home numerous NCPA awards
The staff of the Smoky Mountain News won 20 combined advertising and editorial awards, including a combined 13 first-place honors,…
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Endowment for Cherokee Hospital Foundation Established
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports the well-being of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians by strengthening…
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Dangerous storm bears down on WNC
A growing tropical storm that’s expected to become a major hurricane is tracking through the Gulf of Mexico and appears…
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Swain man convicted in drug trafficking case
District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch today said a Haywood County jury recently convicted a Bryson City man on seven criminal…
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Man sentenced for sexual contact with minor
Rogelia Vega Evans, 26, of Lexington, North Carolina was sentenced to 180 months in prison for engaging in sexual contact…
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HRMC announces walk-in mammography
Haywood Regional Medical Center announced the launch of a convenient walk-in mammography clinic at the HRMC Breast Center, located on…
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‘Biggest election we’ve ever had’: Macon gets ahead of illegal signs, voter intimidation, misinformation
Macon County officials held a press conference last week to address illegal political signs and get ahead of some misinformation…
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RFK ballot fight leaves voters in limbo
He fought to get on the ballot, and then fought to get off the ballot. Now, after a favorable ruling…
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Pioneer Heritage Festival offers tour of historic Shook-Smathers House
The historic Shook-Smathers House in Clyde has seen significant improvements in recent years, and this weekend folks will have a…
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General Assembly approve private school vouchers
Last week the North Carolina General Assembly passed a conference report, also referred to as a mini budget that includes…
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Changes to Sylva panhandling ordinance fail
After multiple rounds of public opposition to proposed changes to Sylva’s panhandling ordinance, the board decided to dismiss the changes…
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Superior Court judge nearing EBCI Supreme Court confirmation
Superior Court Judge Bradley B. Letts has confirmed he has the intention of vacating his seat on the bench to…
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Macon County manager announces resignation
After more than a decade of leadership in Macon County, Derek Roland announced last week that he intends to resign…
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Lake Junaluska names leadership award winners
Judy and Ed LaFountaine, wife and husband, are the 2024 recipients of the Junaluska Leadership Award, an honor bestowed annually…
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Wreaths Across America returns to Waynesville
Started in 1992 by Morrill Worcester with the donation and placement of 5,000 wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery during the…
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Documents indicate shuttered Canton paper mill will soon be sold
The old paper mill in the heart of Canton will have a new owner by the end of the month…
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Here’s what’s keeping America’s elections experts up at night
A bipartisan panel of election law experts is largely satisfied with the integrity of the American election system, but they’re…
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Another school shooting, another call for assault rifle bans
Remarks given by Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson, stumping for the Democratic presidential ticket during a visit to Western…
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Jackson aims for traditional middle school
Jackson County Schools is taking a stab at a traditional middle school and applying for a state grant to fund…
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Pigeon Center hosts farm-to-table dinner
Celebrate the change of seasons with your friends and neighbors at a farm-to-table dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21,…
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Bus drivers wanted: Local schools face non-certified staffing shortages
Finding enough bus drivers to operate all necessary routes has become a common issue for school systems across North Carolina…
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Rachel Hunt seeks to build on her own legacy in Lt. Gov. race
It’s a name familiar to older North Carolina voters largely due to her father’s two separate eight-year terms as the…
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Bryson City residents decry water rate increase
It’s been a long time coming, in a sense, but frustrations have finally reached a boiling point as Bryson City…
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Waynesville police chief to appeal certification suspension
Waynesville Police Chief David Adams had all of his law enforcement instructor certifications suspended by the North Carolina Criminal Justice…
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Parkway visitation, spending grows
Visitors to one of the country’s most unique national park units pumped nearly $1.4 billion into local economies in 2023,…
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Cherokee adult recreational cannabis sales begin Saturday
Beginning this Saturday, Sept. 7, anyone over the age of 21 will be able to purchase and use marijuana on…
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Blue Ridge School families demand action
Members of the Blue Ridge School community showed up to the Jackson County Board of Education’s August meeting to express…
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WCU hosts 14th annual ‘Rooted in the Mountains’ symposium
Western Carolina University is set to host the 14th Annual Rooted in the Mountains Symposium, a two-day event aimed at…
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SCC’s founding Dental Assisting class celebrates at pinning ceremony
Less than a year after starting their studies, the very first Dental Assisting students in Southwestern Community College history earned…
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Jackson TDA announces quarterly cycle for Tourism Capital Project Fund
The Jackson County Tourism Development Authority (JCTDA) has announced a new quarterly cycle for the Tourism Capital Project Fund (TCPF),…
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Preorder Chris Cooper's latest book with discount promo code
Noted expert on southern politics and North Carolina politics Chris Cooper’s newest book will ship later this fall, and with…
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Sept. 11 commemoration invites first responders
A free event for all emergency responders and veterans will be held in Bryson City on Sunday, Sept. 8 at…
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