Cherokee docudrama reveals untold history: Author takes on directing, producing and composing
Nadia Dean has dedicated the last 10 years of her life to telling a story. It’s a historical account of…
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The legend of the Boojum
Celebrating the lore and legend of the “Boojum,” the inaugural Boojum Festival & Hunt will be June 10-12 in Canton.
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Sylva art gallery opening
The Jackson County Visual Arts Association (JCVAA) will hold its “Grand Opening” gallery show from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday,…
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Celebration to recognize career of WCU’s Frizzell
The Jackson County Genealogical Society, City Lights Bookstore, the Jackson County Museum, and the Jackson County Public Library plan to…
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Cherokee bonfire opens for summer
The ceremonial Cherokee bonfires will kickoff the summer season on Friday, May 27, at Oconaluftee Island Park in Cherokee. The…
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Brotherhood through bluegrass: Balsam Range singer and Nashville songwriter release solo work
Within the realm of melodic creativity, one word emerges — collaboration. It’s the act of bringing resources together, whether it…
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This must be the place
Yeah, it’s true. I had originally planned to be a teacher. When I was thinking about what I wanted to…
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Cherokee Bluegrass Festival
The Cherokee Bluegrass Festival will run from June 2-4 at the Happy Holiday RV Village & Campground, located at 1553…
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Stecoah announces ‘Youth Talent’ winners
The third annual “Mountain Youth Talent Contest” was held at the Stecoah Valley Bluegrass Festival in Robbinsville on Saturday, May…
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Drawing the lines to your passion
For Teresa Pennington, it’s a race against time. “You have one hour to complete this drawing, where I’m usually taking…
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Fiddler wins youth competition
ViolettesbyBecky.com, a music-themed gift company, held its third annual Youth Composition and Songwriter Competition for ages 10 through 18, with…
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Unto These Hills opens for summer
The Unto These Hills outdoor drama will run at 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday from May 28 to Aug. 13…
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From the North Country to the back country
The beauty of bluegrass lies in its transparency. Whether you’re having a good or bad day, those emotions will filter…
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Art exhibit at Canton Library
The Canton Library Visual Arts Exhibit is currently featuring work by Denise McCullough, a 94-year-old acrylic artist.
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Roller derby to benefit Relay for Life
The Smoky Mountain Roller Girls will be hosting their second double header of the season on Saturday, May 14, at…
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JAM concert to honor Stuart
Old-time music fans and friends of the Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program are invited come together for a concert honoring…
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Brighten the corner where you are
It is the word of Southern Appalachia. For over a half a century, writer Fred Chappell has captured the essence…
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Greening Up Youth Talent winners
The 19th annual Mountain Youth Talent Contest was held at the Greening Up the Mountains Festival in Sylva on Saturday,…
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Lake Logan artist, writer retreat
Cullowhee Mountain Arts invites artists and writers to come to a special five-day retreat for art-making, writing, resting and exploring…
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Nominations sought for Mountain Heritage Awards
Western Carolina University is accepting nominations for the Mountain Heritage Award, an honor bestowed annually on one individual and one…
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Haywood’s best kept secret: Bosu’s Wine Shop opens new space
With the quiet evening sun fading behind the Great Smoky Mountains last Thursday evening, a single building glowed bright at…
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This must be the place
America has never been great. Let’s just get that out of the way. Sure, we’ve had plenty of high points,…
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Historic Canton hotel enters next chapter
Heading up the stairs at the historic Imperial Hotel, there’s an electricity in the air, a vibe that’s familiar, yet…
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Controlled Chaos Film Festival returns
Films created by Western Carolina University students will be screened at the eighth annual Controlled Chaos Film Festival at 7…
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Jackson celebrates NC Beer Month, Ale Trail
Whether you enjoy sipping a smooth golden ale, something hoppy or a dark IPA, Jackson County’s craft breweries have you…
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‘King of Pop’ tribute show
The “Man In The Mirror” production will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at Harrah’s Cherokee.
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The Michael Jackson tribute: Show will rekindle the magic, legend of ‘80s pop icon
Tribute shows are an enigma of the musical world: two parts nostalgia, one part entertainment and a pinch of talent…
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Ramblin’ man: A conversation with Butch Trucks
For 45 years, The Allman Brothers Band took rock-n-roll and stretched it into the unlimited possibilities of blues and jazz.…
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WCU students join The Heritage Calendar project
There will be Catamount paw prints on the next edition of a calendar highlighting North Carolina’s African-American heritage as Western…
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WCU Road Works for organizations, communities
Western Carolina University has a new free outreach program called WCU Road Works that will present theatrical, music, film and…
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Greening Up The Mountains welcomes spring
Drawing thousands of visitors each year, the 19th annual Greening Up The Mountains Spring Festival will be held from 10…
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WCU jazz festival returns
Western Carolina University’s 14th annual jazz festival will feature an afternoon and evening of music, special guests and celebration from…
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Mural unveiling in Asheville
A 6x12-foot interpretive art mural showcasing the cultural heritage of the “Shindig on the Green” at Pack Square Park will…
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Country Western Show returns to Tuscola
The Tuscola High School Summit Choir will present the 34th annual Country Western Show at 7 p.m. April 15-16 and…
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Get in the tub
One of the true beauties of living in the mountains of Western North Carolina is the sheer fact that you…
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Haywood art entities come together
The Haywood County Arts Council (HCAC) recently solidified partnerships with Haywood Arts Regional Theatre (HART) and The Strand at 38…
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Beloved locomotive returns to Bryson City
After long awaited anticipation Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR) is excited to announce that the historic #1702 Steam Engine will…
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Creative arts workshop retreats
From the beginning Cullowhee Mountain Arts (CMA) has been committed to hosting high-quality workshops taught by instructors with national and…
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Want to own a quilt block?
If you have ever wondered what those giant, colorful blocks are on the sides of buildings and other structures throughout…
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New sculpture at The Bascom
Artist John Kenneth Melvin will break ground on a new site-specific sculpture at the entrance of The Bascom art center’s…
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Hammering away at your dreams: Blacksmithing program expands Green Energy Park’s vision
Stepping into the blacksmithing studio at the Jackson County Green Energy Park in Dillsboro last Saturday, the continuous sound of…
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Mountain Born & Bred: Haywood journalist releases collection
Turning the steering wheel onto Johnson Street, one quickly leaves the unrelenting bustle of two-way traffic along N.C. 110. Immediately,…
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