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Remembering Riley as a seventh-grader, during Teacher Appreciation Week
The thing I miss about teaching is human connection, being part of something bigger than myself. When I was in…
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Diversity strengthens our community
To the Editor: A letter to the editor in The Smoky Mountain News (Let’s All Embrace God’s Healing, March 27,…
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Jesus, health care and a fair system
To the Editor: On Saturday I went to the Jackson County Recreation Center for a workout. I was guided into…
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Imagine this happened to you
To the Editor: Imagine that you go to your general practitioner and she reminds you that it’s time for a…
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We need to stop senseless violence
To the Editor: Doubtless, most of you know about the tragic death of Riley Howell, and if you are like…
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Haywood’s hero: The life and legacy of Riley Howell
At this time last week, few knew of him and most all those who did were of the home —…
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Audit finds issues with Athletic Department accounting at Cherokee schools
A recently completed report commissioned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ Office of Internal Audit and Ethics has concluded…
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Franklin transfers ownership of Nikwasi Mound
After months of debate, Franklin Town Council voted unanimously Monday night to transfer the deed for Nikwasi Mound over to…
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Foundation established in Riley Howell’s honor
It’s barely been a week since Riley Howell’s heroic acts at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte, but a group of…
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Searching for answers: Mass shootings linked to multiple factors
A senseless tragedy. Those words are repeated over and over again in the aftermath of mass shootings in the United…
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Congressional hearing explores Catawba casino
Political leaders in the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians are optimistic following a recent congressional hearing on legislation that would…
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Sylva’s proposed budget features less spending, level taxes
At $4.06 million, Sylva’s proposed budget for 2019-20 will be nearly $200,000 lower than the adopted budget for 2018-19.
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Planning underway for Cullowhee’s future
Development of a plan to guide Cullowhee’s future is now underway, with a three-day marathon of activities held April 22-24…
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WCU fundraising campaign surpasses $60 million
More than 12,000 donors contributed over a five-year period to raise over $60 million for scholarships at Western Carolina University.
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HRMC Names 2019 Mercy Award winner
Haywood Regional Medical Center recently announced that Johanna Dewees, RN, has been recognized as the hospital’s 2019 Mercy Award winner.…
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Espresso yourself: Orchard Coffee opens in Waynesville
Halfway up a steep hill in downtown Waynesville, and just a stone’s throw from the Haywood County Historic Courthouse, sits…
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Espresso yourself: Orchard Coffee opens in Waynesville
Halfway up a steep hill in downtown Waynesville, and just a stone’s throw from the Haywood County Historic Courthouse, sits…
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This must be the place: Welcome home, Riley. Our American hero.
There has been a lot of deep thoughts and emotions running through my mind this past week. And I don’t…
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All I-40 slide lanes to open by sunrise
All four lanes of Interstate 40 near the Tennessee state lane will be open to traffic before sunrise on Wednesday.
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Haywood Healthcare Foundation will help fund proposed HCC facility
Last month, Haywood Community College President Dr. Barbara Parker told Haywood commissioners that HCC wanted a new $7.2 million facility…
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Waynesville police chief to retire in June
Longtime Waynesville Police Chief Bill Hollingsed will retire in June after more than 20 years at the helm of the…
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Riley Howell, hero of UNCC shooting, returns home
Although the impact of the shooting at UNC Charlotte will continue to be felt for some time, residents of the…
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WCU’s ‘Lead the Way’ fundraising campaign total surpasses $60 million goal
More than 12,000 donors contributed over a five-year period to raise over $60 million for scholarships at Western Carolina University.
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Year of the bird: Killdeer nest prompts planning shuffle for Greening Up The Mountains
Every year, Sylva’s population quadruples on the last Saturday in April as more than 10,000 people flock to the tiny…
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I-26 project will prompt Parkway realignment
An upcoming widening project on Interstate 26 in Buncombe and Henderson counties will impact the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Bill aims to restore permanent funding for conservation
The U.S. Senate is considering a bill that would provide permanent funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
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Plans complete for Macon/Jackson timber project
An environmental analysis is now complete for the Southside Project, expected to improve forest health, diversity and wildlife habitat in…
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Blue Ridge grant awards to stimulate heritage projects in WNC
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership (BRNHA) has awarded 19 grants totaling $190,171 to support projects across the North…
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The first truly showy woodland flower
Editor’s note: This column first appeared in The Smoky Mountain News in May 2005. Hepatica doesn’t display the earliest flowers…
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With title, Nikwasi Initiative can move forward
The volunteer board members of the nonprofit Nikwasi Initiative are appreciative of the public’s interest in our mission and role…
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We’ve got the nicest house in the campground
We are not a camping family. It’s probably my fault, if there is a need to assign blame. I joined…
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Medicaid work mandate a bad idea
To the Editor: State legislators have proposed a bill they misname “N.C. Health Care for Working Families,” a Medicaid expansion…
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Where has Trump’s leadership led?
To the Editor: Here’s a brief analysis of Donald Trump’s leadership using Joe Bryson’s characteristics: • Vision — Yes, Trump…
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A trip to the beach without leaving home
“Whenever I find myself growing grim about the mouth; whenever it is a damp, drizzly November in my soul; whenever…
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This must be the place: Home is where we wanna grow
Crossing the threshold of Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack in West Asheville recently, I scanned the space looking for my old…
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Can’t keep a good man down: Banjo legend Raymond Fairchild on turning 80, a life in music
Though his fingers seemingly wrap around a walking cane more than his trusty banjo these days, Raymond Fairchild remains one…
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Can’t keep a good man down: Banjo legend Raymond Fairchild on turning 80, a life in music
Though his fingers seemingly wrap around a walking cane more than his trusty banjo these days, Raymond Fairchild remains one…
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WCU professor works on opioid series
A professor in Western Carolina University’s School of Nursing is teaming up with an award-winning documentary filmmaker to produce a…
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Mother’s Day cards to help Mountain Projects
Surprise you mom and other special women in your life this year with a greeting card that will also help…
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Ground breaks on crisis unit in Cherokee
The weather matched the mood when the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians broke ground on a $39 million crisis stabilization…
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McCoy once more a candidate for principal chief
Former Big Cove representative Teresa McCoy will regain her place on the ballot in the race for principal chief following…
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Erase library fines with food
Haywood County Public Library cardholders have an opportunity to relieve their library fines while helping out with food insecurity in…
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Improvements to showcase one of Waynesville’s most recognizable landmarks
It’s long been a common sight, the scores of visitors to Waynesville’s trendy Main Street shopping district snapping selfies in…
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Franklin mayor proposes Nikwasi compromise
Franklin Mayor Bob Scott hopes he can push town council and Nikwasi Initiative board members toward a compromise before a…
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Residents continue Waynesville park push
As promised, a group of about 20 people showed up to the April 23 Town of Waynesville Board of Aldermen…
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Haywood Habitat embarks on second subdivision
With a site plan approved unanimously by the Waynesville Planning Board, Haywood Habitat for Humanity is getting ready to embark…
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Waynesville cemetery committee chosen
Months after a proscribed cleanup in Waynesville’s Green Hill Cemetery outraged residents who felt they hadn’t been given adequate notice,…
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Entegra merges with First Citizens Bank
After announcing in January that Franklin-based Entegra Bank would be bought out by SmartFinancial Inc. out of Knoxville, the deal…
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WCU commencement recognizes graduating students
Graduating students who comprise what is believed to be Western Carolina University’s eighth straight record spring class will gather with…
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