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Cherokee imposes curfew
Principal Chief Richard Sneed has issued a March 25 curfew order on the Qualla Boundary in hopes of preventing spread…
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Dogwood Health Trust responds to COVID-19
In a Zoom call Wednesday, Dogwood Health Trust CEO Antony Chiang announced the foundation has committed $10 million to spend…
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Swain order shuts down certain businesses, short-term rentals
In an effort to promote social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19, Swain County declared a State of Emergency…
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Haywood County restricts movement except for essential activity
As the Coronavirus Pandemic continues to spread, Haywood County and all four of its municipalities will now prohibit non-essential activity…
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Linville River project wraps up
A major restoration project has been completed along the Linville River.
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A.T. dreams meet COVID-19 crisis: Some hikers leave the trail as others press on toward Maine
In the last two weeks, the world has changed. From darkened downtown windows to packed-full parking lots at Ingles and…
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COVID-conscious farmers market to open in Asheville
An interim farmers market will operate in Asheville amid the coronavirus crises, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.
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Trout waters to reopen
About 900 miles of Hatchery Supported Trout Waters will open to anglers at 7 a.m. Saturday, April 4.
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The Coronavirus and The Smoky Mountain News
No book review today. But please read this column.
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Like a virus, emotions are contagious
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper issued a new executive order stating schools would remain closed through May 15 due to…
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Finding our way without a map
The helplessness is the thing that’s making all of us so uneasy. Like being pushed along by a wave that…
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Utilities respond to COVID-19
The public health crisis that is COVID-19 quickly became an economic one as governments nationwide took drastic steps to slow…
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Distillery pivots to produce hand sanitizer
Tuesday, March 17 started like almost any other day for Dave Angel, owner of Elevated Mountain Distilling Company in Maggie…
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Online technology helps students through pandemic
All North Carolina public schools will be shut down through May 15 after Gov. Roy Cooper signed another executive order…
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Residence halls close at WCU
When the spring semester began, Western Carolina University’s residence halls were home to 4,106 students, but those students found themselves…
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Food and beverage industry reels from Coronavirus Pandemic
Last Tuesday, on what would normally be a bustling St. Patrick’s Day, owner Dan Elliot sat in his empty Sweet…
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Golden LEAF deploys $15 million
The Golden LEAF Foundation announces $15 million in funding to launch a rapid recovery loan program in response to economic…
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Cherokee announces preemptive border closure
As of press time there were no confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the Qualla Boundary, but the Eastern Band of…
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Waynesville student returns home from Italy amid pandemic
Annalise Steele, a college student at Appalachian State and a resident of Waynesville, has had a unique experience in the…
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Labs backed up with COVID-19 testing
The public is struggling to understand the details surrounding protocols for COVID-19 testing and those standards have been changing almost…
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Local musicians turn to live streaming for performances
It’s the hottest show in town, but nobody is allowed in. Tucked in the depths of The Gem downstairs taproom…
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This must be the place: Why does the sun go on shining? Why does the sea rush to shore?
So, here we are, eh? What a difference a day makes, where now each morning we seemingly wake up into…
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A COVID-19 Q&A with Jackson County
For those who live or work in Jackson County, these answers to common questions provided by the county's public information…
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Dupont closes in response to COVID-19
Dupont State Recreation Forest and neighboring Holmes Educational State Forest are closed in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Jackson bans gatherings of 10 or more, orders business closures
An emergency declaration issued in Jackson County today will ban gatherings of 10 or more people and mandate the closure…
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Jackson resident tests positive for COVID-19
A part-time Jackson County resident that tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) is being monitored by health officials.
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COVID-19 impacts outdoors offerings
Coronavirus concerns have prompted a slew of operational and scheduling changes for outdoors-oriented agencies and organizations across the region.
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Runoff between Bennett, Cawthorn postponed
The Republican Second Primary Election between Lynda Bennett and Madison Cawthorn in the 11th Congressional District will now be held…
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WCU to postpone commencement
In response to the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, Western Carolina University will postpone all spring commencement ceremonies originally scheduled for…
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COVID-19: State of Qualla Boundary
Coronavirus is causing changes, cancellations and postponements across the region. Find out what’s happening in your community.
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COVID-19: State of Jackson County
Coronavirus is causing changes, cancellations and postponements across the region. Find out what’s happening in your county.
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Outdoor seating at restaurants now prohibited
As of March 20, North Carolina Environmental Health closes all restaurant seating areas, including outdoor seating, immediately.
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Emergency grants offered to nonprofits impacted by COVID-19
A coalition of regional funders has come together to support an Emergency and Disaster Response Fund activated and administered at…
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NC 2-1-1 to provide assistance for COVID-19
Gov. Roy Cooper has announced that 2-1-1 is the number to call for assistance and resources related to the COVID-19…
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Haywood Regional suspends visitation
With the health and safety of patients, families, employees and community in mind, Haywood Regional Medical Center will temporarily suspended…
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Living in the time of Corona
By Bob Scott, Mayor of Franklin I woke up this morning with the feeling I was in a murky, alternate…
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Blood donations critically low
Concerns about COVID-19 are negatively impacting blood donations, according to The Blood Connection and the American Red Cross.
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Coronavirus updates from Macon County officials
Macon County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting on Tuesday to discuss how the county is preparing to deal…
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Local entertainment and service industries brace for change
Amid the current coronavirus pandemic overtaking our world and our daily lives, local businesses and organizations in Western North Carolina…
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TWSA, Duke suspend service disconnections
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority will suspend all disconnections and allow customers who…
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National parks, forests respond to COVID-19
Operations have shifted on public lands in Western North Carolina due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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National forest burns planned
Prescribed burns are planned for the Pisgah-Nantahala National Forest over the coming months, aiming to create healthier, more diverse and…
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Wildlife experts wanted
Nominations are wanted for three seats on the Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission.
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Keeping the doorstep green: Canton likely to receive 448 acres for outdoor rec
If all goes as planned, Canton will soon have a 448-acre park for hiking, mountain biking and other outdoor recreation…
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Lake Junaluska cleanup a success
The local community rallied to clean up Lake Junaluska during the annual Lake Cleanup Day Saturday, March 7, collecting 184…
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NOC opens new outpost
Nantahala Outdoor Center will mark the 2020 season by opening a new Ocoee location complete with a brand new outpost…
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SCC to help businesses through COVID-19 pandemic
Is your business prepared for the Coronavirus? Southwestern Community College will be hosting a webinar on that topic from 2-3:30…
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The Naturalist's Corner: Social distancing
One hears a lot, in these trying times about “social distancing,” “… a term that epidemiologists are using to refer…
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Confession is good for the soul
Some bare their souls to priests and ministers. Some seek out therapists and counselors. Some look for help from friends…
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On main street, things won’t ever be the same
The world changed over the weekend, especially on main street. And it likely won’t ever again look the same as…
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