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Taking ownership: Exhibit explores the exploitation of Native American stereotypes
By Leon Grodski de Barrera • Guest writer There are a lot of ways to spin Christopher Columbus’ accomplishments or…
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Dialect of the southern highlands
I’m no expert on regional linguistics, but through the years I have delighted in the dialect English still spoken here…
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Wildlife-friendly subdivisions encouraged
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, along with the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and the North Carolina chapter of the American…
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Rabies vaccine kibbles to be scattered by air
Raccoons across WNC may stumble upon unexpected tasty treats this week: fish-flavored morsels containing an oral rabies vaccine. More than…
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Paddling put-in on Nantahala gets makeover
A put-in on the Nantahala River that had seen better days has gotten a stunning new makeover. The put-in at…
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Gear up for Franklin’s Halloween Hunard charity bike ride
Bicyclists, ghosts and goblins will be on the road for the Tour de Franklin “Halloween Hunard” charity bicycle ride on…
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Local disc golf course to star in regional tournament
Parks and rec departments around WNC are jointly hosting a unique disc golf tournament for the first time ever on…
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Program to offer armchair journey of Bartram’s Trail
An outdoor author who embarked on a modern day pilgrimage to follow in the footsteps of William Bartram, a naturalist…
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Icelandic National Park connects with the Smokies, Parkway
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway are playing host to a visiting entourage from Iceland,…
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The Naturalist's Corner
Foggy fall morning at Lake Junaluska I decided to get out and get a breath of autumn air this morning…
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Shadow of the bear in Jackson County
The “shadow of the bear,” located in southern Jackson County near Cashiers, will be visible for 30 minutes daily between…
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Lace up for the Bethel Half Marathon
The 17th annual Bethel Half Marathon and 5K race will be held Saturday, Oct. 9. The two routes follow back…
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Benton MacKaye trail celebrates milestone
By Reggie Jay • Guest writer As the Benton MacKaye Trail turns 30 this year, a dedicated group of volunteers…
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Art and authors at Blue Ridge Books
Blue Ridge Books in Waynesville is offering a full lineup of special events this month. For more information on any…
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REACH gets help from local book author
Mary J. Messer, author of Moonshiner’s Daughter, the recently published Haywood County based Appalachian memoir, presented a check to REACH…
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Crews’ world is full of blood and bone
Getting Naked with Harry Crews, edited by Erik Bledsoe. University of Florida Press, 1998. The first time I ever heard…
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The resurrection will arrive, sayeth the gardeners
There is a story about Katharine White — an editor and writer for The New Yorker magazine — that I…
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Give Obama more time to succeed
To the Editor: I am going to the dentist in the coming week. As a self-employed artist and educator, I…
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What happened to driver courtesy?
By David Redman • Guest Columnist When did we, as a nation, transition from courteous and abiding by the ”…
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The truth still matters, even in politics
Just tell the truth. That’s what we teach our children, it’s what we need from our loved ones, and it’s…
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A festive evening planned for annual JCAC gala
The Jackson County Arts Council’s annual Members Gala will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 17,…
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Fiddling Dills Sisters bring free concert to Jackson library
The well-known Fiddling Dills Sisters will perform gospel, bluegrass and traditional mountain music at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 18,…
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Dailey & Vincent to perform in Franklin
Bluegrass fans attending the 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday, Oct. 8, of Dailey & Vincent at the Smoky Mountain Center…
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Master the art of yo-yoing
Learn the unique art of yo-yoing and all the different tricks to master with a yo-yo with a new club…
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Workplace yoga DVD released by WNC business owner
Nicole Polzella, owner of AccessDance WNC, has released the instructional DVD, “Workplace Yoga with Nicole Polzella.” The program offers viewers…
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Traditional dinner awaits in Waynesville
Maple Grove United Methodist Church in Waynesville will have its annual harvest dinner beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct.…
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Travel to Serbia and the Philippines through dance
The Serbian group Talija, which was very popular at the 2009 Folkmoot Festival, will perform at 7 p.m. on Sunday,…
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Chinese acrobats to perform at Harrah’s
Cirque Shanghai, a troupe of China’s most talented acrobatic performers will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9 at…
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Bring your best to Sylva’s Chilly Fest
The 3rd Annual Chilly Fest in Sylva is looking for professional and amateur chili cook-off contestants as well as crafters…
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Learn the intricacies of creating chainmail
Medieval chainmail classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on four Wednesdays from Oct. 13 to Nov. 3,…
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Slow races and more at Full Throttle Bike Nite
Full Throttle Bike Nite will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, at Cycle Motorsports in…
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Auction to benefit children’s choir
Western North Carolina’s s internationally acclaimed children’s choir, Voices in the Laurel, will perform a concert on Sunday, Oct. 10,…
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‘Romantic Fools’ stages at WCU
Theater students from Western Carolina University will present “Romantic Fools” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Oct. 6-9, in Niggli Theatre on…
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HCC alums reunite at Jammin’ at the Mill Pond
Jammin’ at the Mill Pond, a free bluegrass event to showcase Haywood Community College and the Appalachian heritage of Western…
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Balsam Range to perform at Stecoah
Balsam Range will headline the Annual Harvest Festival with a performance at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, in the…
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Apple Festival returns to North Hominy Oct. 16
The North Hominy Community Center will have its annual Apple Festival breakfast beginning at 7 a.m. on Oct 16, at…
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Leaf Festival this weekend in Cashiers
The Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival will be held Oct. 8-10 in and around Cashiers. The festival main stage is at…
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Exhibit of student art to run Oct. 7-24 at WCU
Students of the fine arts at Western Carolina University will show work from their senior portfolios from Thursday, Oct. 7,…
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Workshop on gourd art offered in Sylva
Decorated gourds are popular handmade accessories for homes today. Learn to make decorative gourds by attending “Wood Burning on Gourds”…
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Woodturning magic returns to The Bascom
A new exhibition of lathe-made bowls from acclaimed artists Philip and Matt Moulthrop will be on display in the Bascom’s…
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Nurturing a creative thread
It’s an overcast day, hints of early fall in the air, and Neal Howard is in her yard in Cullowhee.…
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Swain embarks on new vision for old library
More bestsellers? A computer lab? Meeting space? This month, Swain County residents will be asked what it is they crave…
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Forestry, farmland tax breaks reduced
Haywood County landowners who get a property tax break for agriculture or foresty will see a reduction in that benefit…
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WCU celebrates homecoming Oct. 8-10
The Alumni Scholarship Homecoming Golf Tournament will begin at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at Sequoyah National Golf Club in…
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Foray into turbine business part of WCU’s mission, college says
Is going into business with a Brazilian company within the mission of Western Carolina University? Dean Robert McMahan says so,…
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WCU strikes business deal with Brazilian-based company
A company with South American roots will set up U.S. headquarters on the campus of Western Carolina University in a…
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Learn about early college high school
Jackson County Early College High School (JCEC) is recruiting for the 2011-2012 school year. Several information sessions are scheduled…
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Gargantuan radio tower prompts outcry in Macon County
Town and county leaders will meet with the N.C. Highway Patrol this week in Franklin to discuss where in Macon…
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Long-awaited livestock market gets needed boost toward finish line
Haywood County Commissioners voted unanimously Monday to pitch in $25,000 toward the regional livestock market under construction in Canton, adding…
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Haywood commissioner candidates debate merits of spending
Taxes and spending in a recession economy have emerged as the top issue in the race for Haywood County commissioner…
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