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Kids fishing extravaganza returning to Cherokee
The 22nd annual Talking Trees Trout Derby will invite children from across the area to fish in Cherokee Aug. 4-5.
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A rush to judgement: The mere existence of trans people is not a crime
Social media posts alleging multiple instances of improper activity by a transgender person at the Waynesville Recreation Center last week…
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Local rock, country act wins national award
With a hot sun slowly fading behind the Great Balsam Mountains cradling Waynesville, Outlaw Whiskey hopped onto the stage for…
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In search of the muse: Cashiers artisan finds purpose in painting
From fine-detailed still-lifes that resemble photographs to wispy mountain landscapes, artist David Berger’s approach to painting is one reaching every…
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How can the citizenry take back America?
Suppose you believe that climate change is a threat to humanity, but you oppose abortion or that you consider owning…
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Wilke transforms HCSO’s vision
It’s been a long road for Bill Wilke to become Haywood County’s sheriff, and now that he’s got the job,…
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Holbrooks follows in father’s footsteps
New sheriffs in North Carolina are bombarded with new information and leadership duties their first year in office, but Macon…
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Farmer focuses on detention, patrol with JCSO
Settling into the role of sheriff is tough for any law enforcement professional, but in Jackson County, Doug Farmer brings…
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A voter guide for Big Cove Tribal Council
During the General Election Thursday, Sept. 7, Big Cove voters will weigh in on who they want to see represent…
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Swain teens push for youth center
Students in rural America already face many of the challenges experienced by their urban cousins — albeit with fewer resources…
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Council axes constitution, term limit referenda Convention to continue working on document
After voting unanimously in April to put a proposed constitution on the ballot for approval this year, the Eastern Band…
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Tourism dollars fund Jackson capital projects
The Jackson County Tourism Development Authority has selected two projects to be funded with occupancy tax dollars — one in…
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Jackson moves forward on opioid recovery
Jackson County Commissioners are set to approve two grant-funded positions aimed at substance use disorder recovery and treatment during a…
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More money available to help displaced Evergreen workers
In the latest in a long line of efforts by the Southwestern Commission to help those affected by the Evergreen…
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Champion Credit Union named to list of Great Employers to Work for in North Carolina
Champion Credit Union announced it has been named to the Great Employers to Work for in North Carolina 2023 list…
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Folkmoot’s 40th is a time to re-assess its future
Folkmoot at 40 is much different than the younger version of itself . But it’s still here, and for that…
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Learning how to have true fun
A couple weeks ago The Smoky Mountain News hosted its anniversary party.
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Yes, indeed, Thomas Paine!
To the Editor: The indictment of former President Donald J. Trump in the Southern District of Florida on June 8…
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Wildlife disappearing from Lake Junaluska
To the Editor: Since its inception Lake Junaluska has been a beacon and home to some of God’s most beautiful…
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Carolina Mountain Club celebrates 100 years: CMC birthday party draws a crowd
As temperatures neared 90 degrees on the sunny afternoon of Sunday, July 16, the forested Carolina Mountain Trail offered a…
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Reflecting on the CMC story
If you want to go faster, go by yourself. If you want to go further, go with a group. — Adapted…
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Ecusta Trail project receives $45 million
An effort to build a 19.4-mile rail trail between Brevard and Hendersonville got a huge boost following the award of…
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Hike Boogerman Trail
Hike through old growth forests, streams and past the historic Palmer house during a trip along the Boogerman Trail in…
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Smokies to reconstruct Lakeview Drive
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is using nearly $19 million in funding from the Great American Outdoors Act to…
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Explore the soundscape of nature
Author and biologist David George Haskell will delve into the captivating world of sonic communication and its profound impact on…
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Weigh in on DuPont’s future
The DuPont State Recreational Forest in Henderson and Transylvania counties is launching a master planning process, with an online survey…
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Visit the Native Plant Conference
The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference returns to Western Carolina University July 19-22, with the public invited to take part in…
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“Grandma Gatewood” re-enactor to dramatize A.T. experience
Actress Anne VanCuren will transform into the first woman to complete the Appalachian Trail during a dramatic re-enactment at 5…
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Spend ‘golden hour’ with Jim Costa
Western Carolina University biologist and best-selling author Jim Costa will discuss his newest book, “Radical by Nature,” during a special…
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Land trusts work to protect Brushy Mountains
A pair of land trusts has worked together to permanently protect 1,125 acres spanning parts of Wilkes, Alexander and Iredell…
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Land navigation course offered
Learn how to stay found with a land navigation course offered 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 20, at…
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Despite cool June, N.C. on pace for fifth-warmest year
On the heels of an unseasonably cool May, based on the average statewide temperature of 71.1F, June finished up as…
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Waynesville’s mayoral race heats up with inclusion of Reece
Waynesville native, retired DEA agent and unsuccessful 2019 Waynesville aldermanic candidate Joey Reece will run for mayor of Waynesville, Reece…
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Tribal Council approves referendum for cannabis vote
After a narrow passage in Tribal Council, the September ballot is expected to ask Cherokee voters whether they support legalizing…
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Canton passes industrial development moratorium aimed at Pactiv
After closing its paper mill in Canton early last month, Pactiv Evergreen is reportedly now engaged in discussions with potential…
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As promised, Pless strips Maggie Valley of development powers
The Haywood County Town of Maggie Valley has lost significant authority to exercise development powers after a bill promoted by…
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Peeling back the layers: Couple shares Cherokee history, culture
With over 50 years of experience in each of their disciplines, award-winning artisan couple Butch and Louise Goings continuously garner…
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‘Voices from the Past’
The series “Where We Live: History, Nature and Culture” will host the Women’s History Trail program “Voices from the Past”…
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Front Street Arts & Crafts
The 8th annual Front Street Arts & Crafts Show will showcase some of the finest regional artisans from 10 a.m.…
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War history cites brotherhood, and bloodshed
Sometimes we read certain histories — Scott’s expedition to Antarctica, for example, or Washington’s troops at Valley Forge, or the…
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A reason for the patriotism gap
To the Editor: In The American Legion Magazine (July 2023), in an article titled “Flag Wavers,” Alan W Dowd states: “The…
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Vacation rentals: Explosive growth brings jobs, money, but some say it contributes to housing shortage
In a neighborhood along Asheville’s French Broad River and abutting a residential street that includes young families, Upstream Way stands…
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The short-term rental issue is now a crisis
Short term vacation rentals — and their impact on affordable housing and the tourism industry — are vexing both local…
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Parties prep for voter ID requirements
The issue of requiring voters to present identification at the polls before casting a ballot has been contentious in North…
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EBCI welcomes new sports wagering law: Law will increase competition, but allow mobile betting
When sports wagering started in Cherokee two years ago, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ two casinos were the only…
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A voter guide for Painttown Tribal Council
Cherokee’s June 1 Primary Election whittled the field of candidates for Painttown Tribal Council down to four, and they will…
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No phase two for Shining Rock Classical Academy, for now
Shining Rock Classical Academy is hitting pause on plans for expansion of its school building — now untenable due to…
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Another step toward a middle school
Jackson County Schools recently approved an agreement to undergo a master planning process that will move the school system one…
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Fee increase for Macon County solid waste
After some pushback from Commissioner John Shearl, Macon County has approved three changes to the solid waste fee structure for…
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