Slow burn: NC 107 work marches on

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Wednesday, 24/04/2024

The towns of Sylva, Webster, Cullowhee and Cashiers are all connected by five lanes of chaos, better known as N.C. 107. 

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I-40 lane closing for repair in Buncombe County

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Wednesday, 18/10/2023

A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation began a project to repair the left lane of I-40 West between the I-26/I-240 interchange and Smoky Park Highway (Exit 44) with a full-time lane closure now in effect.

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Placement of pedestrian islands in Maggie Valley causes concern

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Wednesday, 23/08/2023

A construction project on the five-lane road in Maggie Valley is aimed at improving pedestrian safety, but some are also pointing out its potential to cause a whole lot of trouble for drivers. 

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