Haywood Board of Elections copes with changes
The recent ruling out of the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit may have county elections boards across North Carolina grappling with required changes in time for November’s General Election, but things are proceeding smoothly in Haywood County, according to Robert Inman, director of the Haywood County Board of Elections.
High impact development ordinance to protect vulnerable populations
Haywood County commissioners are considering an ordinance that would ensure that certain types of developments do not pose adverse effects to residents.
Central Elementary declared ‘surplus’ for ‘disposal’
Haywood County’s Central Elementary School has been declared “surplus” school board property and will be disposed of according to proper procedures.
Drug testing in Haywood County schools: do results justify cost?
Some surprising statistics regarding drug testing in Haywood County schools have raised questions about the policy’s cost and effectiveness.
Silence-filled service puts a unique frame on spirituality
Evening is suspended over Lake Junaluska as doors open for the 8 p.m. Taizé service, its coming fall foretold by the soft-sided clouds gathered over the sinking sun.
Locally shot, genre-bending sci-fi thriller draws inspiration from the region
The presence of breathtaking topography, ancient native lore, and centuries of American history makes the Great Smoky Mountains a mystical, mysterious place as ominous and foreboding as it is inviting and encouraging.
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These conflicting spirits also make the region a haven for filmmakers, including the cast and crew of the recently released, locally shot feature film “Beacon Point.”
Haywood County to filmmakers: We’re ready to roll
Miles and miles of film have been shot in Haywood County, but it’s not just about national recognition or local prestige — it’s big business, and Haywood County wants a piece of the action.
Faith alone: Ugandan group changes lives through performance
Just prior to the 2016 Folkmoot Wanderlust Gala, Folkmoot staff, sound technicians, photographers and performers scurried about behind the stage.
High stakes in hospital tax dispute
Haywood Regional Medical Center and county officials are locked in a dispute over how much the hospital should pay in property taxes.
Lawsuit could bring about a more righteous process
By David Teague • Guest Columnist
Possibly the best perspective I’ve ever read about the importance of open government, and the public records and open meetings laws related to it, came from a speech made by a North Carolina public official. Here’s an excerpt from the speech: