Council approves $55 million for Kituwah LLC investments
Following a 90-minute closed session discussion Monday, Oct. 24, the Cherokee Tribal Council voted to allocate an additional $55 million…
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Waynesville man pleads guilty to sex crimes, adds time to active sentence
Timothy Connor, of Waynesville, pleaded guilty to the sexual assault of a child adding 26-41 consecutive months to his existing…
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Jackson County man to spend life in prison after jury verdict
A 40-year-old Jackson County man will spend the remainder of his life behind bars for the repeated sexual assault of…
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Maggie Valley gets new elk crossing signs
Folks driving up or down Soco Mountain on the Haywood County side may notice some new signage indicating elk could…
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Macon moves along with new high school planning
The Macon County Board of Commissioners and Board of Education have authorized architectural firm LS3P to submit designs for the…
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Legal Aid of North Carolina debuts new website
Legal Aid of North Carolina has fully launched its new website at the existing legalaidnc.org address. Designed and developed by Charlotte-based Kelso Communications and Priceless…
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With replacement complete, century-old WCU steam plant to retire
After nearly a century in operation, years of inspiring trepidation at winter’s approach and $33 million from the state legislature,…
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Dec. 15 special election to fill Tribal Council vacancies
A special election Thursday, Dec. 15, will seat new Tribal Council members to fill vacancies left by the death of Painttown…
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Feds prosecute sexual abuse case in Cherokee
A woman is facing five federal charges stemming from two alleged incidents of sexual abuse of a minor on tribal…
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WCU partners with Statesville school for mentorship program
For many students at Statesville High School, stepping onto the campus of Western Carolina University was their first college experience.
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Franklin announces next chief of police
Town Manager Amie Owens announced that Devin Holland will be appointed as Franklin’s next Chief of Police effective Dec. 1.
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Moody fails to appear for hearing, taken back into custody
A Haywood County woman arrested by the FBI on Sept. 7 for making threats to public officials is back in custody after…
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Complaint to DPI alleges abuse at Shining Rock Classical Academy
A parent at Shining Rock Classical Academy has filed an official complaint about discipline at the school with the North Carolina…
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Panhandling public hearing planned for Sylva
Sylva plans to hold a public hearing on a panhandling ordinance after residents raised concerns about its growing prevalence at…
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Cherokee approves election law changes
During a special called meeting Thursday, Sept. 29, the Cherokee Tribal Council passed an update to the tribe’s election ordinance that…
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Admin shuffle following Nolte’s retirement
Earlier this school year, Haywood County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bill Nolte declared his impending retirement. Shortly thereafter, the school board…
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Following criminal charges, Taylor resigns Council seat
Wolfetown Rep. Dennis Edward “Bill” Taylor has resigned his seat on Tribal Council following an Oct. 6 incident that led…
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Sylva awards contract for Allen Street repair
Sylva has taken the next step in the long process of repairing Allen Street after slope failure destroyed parts of…
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Folkmoot USA hosts inaugural ‘Field Summit’
Folkmoot USA hosts the inaugural Field Summit in the Queen Auditorium, 112 Virginia Ave. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, from 9…
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Scholarship to serve as final curtain call for WCU professor
Although the footlights have fallen dark on an influential Western Carolina University theatre professor and director, a final curtain call…
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Support Ukrainian humanitarian relief Oct. 31
The community is invited to a Gatsby-style event, with a cause — supporting humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine. The fundraising…
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Council Rep. Taylor faces domestic violence charges
Dennis Edward “Bill” Taylor, a fourth-term Wolfetown representative on the Cherokee Tribal Council, is facing a trio of criminal charges…
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SCC’s Boots, Blue Jeans & Bling annual gala sets records
For the last two years, Southwestern Community College’s Boots, Blue Jeans and Bling gala had to be canceled due to…
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Away from home: Indian boarding schools leave lasting legacy
Mary Smith Sneed was just four or five years old the day a wagon rolled up as she played outside…
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Chief Sneed to seek re-election
Just four days after the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ election season officially began, Principal Chief Richard Sneed announced his…
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Haywood County Animal Services offers ‘Free ride home’ for lost pets
Haywood County Animal Services is offering a free ride home for lost pets they find wandering the county if there…
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BPR announces ‘Big Switch’
Blue Ridge Public Radio announced an upgrade to its services that will expand its capacity to provide 24/7 news and…
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Sarge’s honors community with ‘Furrst Responder Hero Calendar’
Sarge’s Animal Rescue Foundation is introducing a new way to help furry friends in its care by creating the first…
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Council Rep. Saunooke dies in office
Painttown Rep. Tommye Saunooke, 82, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 9, in the midst of her 12th consecutive term on…
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SMAC brings in two new coaches
Smoky Mountain Aquatic Club has not one, but two new coaches at the helm that know a thing or two…
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Defamation suit filed in North Carolina against Colorado congresswoman Lauren Boebert
American Muckrakers, the North Carolina political action committee that has hounded Rep. Madison Cawthorn (R-Henderson) throughout his tenure, filed suit in North Carolina today…
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Bombshell report claims NC law enforcement interference with syringe service programs, including in Haywood
A General Assembly-backed initiative to prevent opioid overdoses, provide linkages to care and stem the spread of communicable diseases through the…
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More misinformation: Miller’s 'missing' millions
After a marathon misinformation session at an August Haywood County Commissioners meeting during which commissioners fought back against comments from the public…
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Shetley wins national book award
The NYC Big Book Award recognized “The Jolt Felt Around the World” in the category of Childrens Environment as a…
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Officials break ground on Corridor K project
State and local officials celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony Monday for Corridor K, a project that will improve mobility in Western North…
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Tribe begins $275 million expansion at Murphy casino
One day after the seven-year anniversary of the Valley River Casino’s grand opening just outside of Murphy, tribal officials and casino…
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Stadium snafu: After a rumored County Clash venue change, Tuscola to host rivalry game
Heated speculation lit up social media the night of Oct. 3. The rumor: The 2022 County Clash wouldn’t take place…
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Haywood will lease parking spots for forthcoming Waynesville hotel
A Raleigh-based hospitality corporation that wants to build a new hotel at the corner of Depot and Montgomery streets in…
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Haywood needle exchange resolution would have statewide impact
After first discussing the matter almost a month ago, Haywood County commissioners are now calling upon the General Assembly to…
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‘In perpetuity’: NPS director celebrates National Public Lands Day in the Smokies
National Public Lands Day dawned crisp and cool Saturday, Sept. 24, a celebration of everything most beloved about fall in…
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A new sculpture for downtown Sylva
As part of its public art initiative, Sylva will host a large, interactive cat sculpture in Bridge Park this fall…
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WCU student worker fired following union creation
Aiás Magitas, a 20-year-old forensic anthropology student from Charlotte, had been working the guest services desk at Western Carolina University’s…
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Public asked to help shape Maggie land use plan
The Town of Maggie Valley is encouraging residents to participate in developing its upcoming land-use plan.
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Tribe explores pathway to tax-free casino distributions
Starting in March, members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians may have the chance to sign up for a…
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Public notice requirements for voter challenge hearing may not have been met
A meeting scheduled for 10 a.m. on Sept 28 by the Graham County Board of Elections to hear voter registration challenges against…
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Building Outdoor Communities Program launches
The WNC: MADE X MTNS Partnership officially launched the Building Outdoor Communities Program (BOC) last week, welcoming over 100 attendees for an…
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SCC names building in honor of school president
During a recent meeting, Southwestern Community College’s Board of Trustees unanimously agreed to name the new Health Sciences Center in…
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Swain runner advocates for sports equality
Amaya Hicks, Swain County High School senior and captain of the women’s cross country, basketball, indoor and outdoor track teams,…
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Sylva extends take-home vehicle policy for police
In the face of a housing shortage and increased competition for employees, the Town of Sylva has updated its policy…
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Canton woman’s lawsuit will test COVID immunity law for health care providers
A Canton woman has filed a lawsuit against the Hospital Corporation of America in which she claims “egregious acts of…
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