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Guaranteed college scholarship program launches in N.C.: Affordability efforts come at a critical time for higher education
Starting in the fall, North Carolina students whose families make less than $80,000 a year will receive a guaranteed scholarship…
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Sylva starts budget process with needs vs. wants
Sylva began its budget process last week with presentations from department heads about what they need in the budget, as…
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Public hearing scheduled for Sylva solicitation ordinance
The Town of Sylva is once again considering a solicitation ordinance for the streets and sidewalks section of its code…
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Primary Election voter registration deadline draws near
The civilian voter registration deadline for the March 5 Primary Election is rapidly approaching, so now’s a good time to…
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‘NC-11 People’s Forum’ Saturday at A-B Tech
William R. Robinson, a columnist for Newsmax, will moderate a Primary Election debate be-tween 11th Congressional District Republican candidates Christian…
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Tribal member to lead Kituwah LLC
Following the departure of Mark Hubble, who has led Kituwah LLC as its CEO since it was formed in 2018,…
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Human remains found in Cherokee; police decline to release identity
The Cherokee Indian Police Department has determined the identity of the person whose remains were found in an open field…
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‘Cowboy’ Coward, Deliverance actor and local legend, killed in wreck
Herbert “Cowboy” Coward, a Haywood County native who shot to stardom after his hair-raising performance as a villain in the…
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New lost ages: Tyler Ramsey to play Highlander Mountain House
At the core of any great singer-songwriter lies this inherent trait of stage presence, one where an entire room, no…
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A Nordic escape for American snow days
With the winter season upon me, I couldn’t help but seek out a book to fit my longing for cold…
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Rock rolls into Unplugged Pub
Haywood County rock/country act Outlaw Whiskey will hit the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Unplugged Pub…
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Off course: Strange species make 'accidental' appearances in the Smokies
Red-necked phalarope, Bonaparte’s gull, band-rumped storm-petrel and harlequin duck. If you are thinking these don’t sound like names that should be…
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Celebrate Groundhog Day with Tater and Yammy
Groundhogs Tater and Yammy will make their meteorological debut during the 19th annual Groundhog Day Celebration Friday, Feb. 2, at…
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Drought continues its disappearing act
Severe drought is gone from North Carolina and moderate drought barely holding on after an extraordinarily rainy first half of…
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See the American chestnut story in film
Experience the story of the American chestnut, a mighty wonder that once sustained all forms of life in the Appalachian…
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Fly collector to display his collection
Mike Kesselring will show off his enormous fly collection and other gear gathered over 40 years of world-wide travel 6:30-8…
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Southern Highlands Reserve names outstanding volunteer for 2023
Nancy Carroll has been named Southern Highlands Reserve’s Volunteer of the Year for 2023 in recognition of the “life, laughter…
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Spend Friday nights on the slopes
Ski Cataloochee for less this winter, with discounted night skiing available through Jackson County Parks and Recreation Friday nights, Jan.…
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Appreciation Days coming to Cataloochee
Those who have spent their careers protecting others can enjoy Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley at a reduced rate…
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Plan a garden visit
Tickets for 2024 Visitors Days at the Southern Highlands Reserve in Lake Toxaway go on sale Thursday, Feb. 1.
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The plant doctor is in
It’s not yet time to plant for spring, but Haywood County Master Gardeners are still available to answer questions about…
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Volunteer with Mainspring
Help care for conserved lands by participating in a string of upcoming stewardship volunteer workdays with Mainspring Conservation Trust, held…
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Help the hemlocks
Keep the hemlocks of the Pisgah National Forest safe from the invasive hemlock wooly adelgid during a volunteer workday 10…
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Humans are entirely unworthy of our dogs
We hoped he’d die in his sleep, that we’d find him curled up in the bed in that old, familiar…
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Reflections in an election year
To the Editor: Beginning a new year during a cold winter, and an election year, I find myself soulful and…
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Coming down the pipe: EPA mandate could soak local utility customers
A recent update to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule directs nearly all of the nation’s water systems…
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WCU sees record-high interest from female job applicants
Diversity within the Western Carolina University workforce has been inching up, with the latest report showing that the last year’s…
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SCC teams up with Franklin High School to train new EMTs
At a time when emergency services agencies across the country are facing a dire staffing shortage, here in Western North…
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Swain secures funding for library expansion
Marianna Black Library is set for a major expansion and renovation thanks to funding from several parties, including a large…
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Elder abuse criminal law strengthened in Cherokee
In a unanimous vote, the Cherokee Tribal Council has approved an ordinance change aimed at protecting victims of elder abuse…
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New head coach for Pisgah football
In a rare split vote, the Haywood County School Board approved the hiring of a new head football coach for…
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Haywood County Schools recognizes academic success
After the last school year, Haywood County Schools held onto its seventh-place ranking in the state, out of 115 school…
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Macon firefighters battle multiple blazes in one day
Fire crews responded to three structure fires in Macon County over a 24-hour period.
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Ice Festival coming this weekend
Get ready to chill out at the NC Smokies Ice Festival on January 26-28 at locations throughout the county.
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NCDOT Provides Free Bicycle Helmets
Applications are open to receive free bicycle helmets from the N.C. Department of Transportation.
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Public input wanted for Bryson Park upgrades
With Allen Street now operational, the Town of Sylva is set to begin work on renovations to Bryson Park. But…
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Remembering Fred: Frazier, Rash, Burnette
Editor’s Note: A renowned Western North Carolina writer, Charles Frazier burst onto the worldwide literary scene with his seminal 1997…
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War, persecution and manhood: three books
Cold weather means more time indoors, and more time indoors means more time for books. Here are three for the…
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WCU presents ‘Fantasia on Mysterium’
A special stage production of “Fantasia on Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital” will be held at 7:30 p.m. Jan.…
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Ready to try theater?
The Haywood Arts Regional Theater in Waynesville is currently offering a wide variety of classes in the theater arts for…
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Shifting seasons: Hunters weigh in on proposed bear, deer rule changes
More than 100 people came to a public hearing Thursday, Jan. 11, at Haywood Community College in Clyde, that took…
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Smokies visitation increases in 2023, but N.C. side lags
In 2023, visitation to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park grew 2.2% to reach its second-highest number ever — but…
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Get outdoors with Ice Fest
Winter hikes, winter lights, frosty runs and outdoor ice skating will offer ample opportunity for chilly fun in celebration of…
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GSMA opens new Townsend visitor center
A new visitor center and retail space is now open just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Townsend,…
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Drought washes away in winter rain
Heavy rains last week banished all but a spot of severe drought from the mountain region, with more relief likely…
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Help maintain the Benton MacKaye Trail
The Benton MacKaye Trail Association will remove blown-down trees along the Tennessee/North Carolina line during a maintenance trip starting at…
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Climate plan open for comment
Draft priority measures to reduce greenhouse gases in North Carolina are open for public comment through Sunday, Jan. 28.
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Retreat to explore intersection of faith and eco-justice
A retreat for faith leaders and people interested in inspiring their congregations and communities to care for the planet will…
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Register for the Business of Farming Conference
The 21st annual Business of Farming Conference is coming up Saturday, Feb. 24, at the A-B Tech Conference Center in…
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Waynesville park closed after storm
Allens Creek Park in Waynesville is closed until further notice while county crews clean it up following last week’s heavy…
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