Haywood schools face repair work, shifting student enrollment

Following the damage caused by Hurricane Helene, Haywood County Schools reopened its doors to students and staff last week. 

NCDOT offers update on I-40

From the Tennessee state line to about mile marker 4 of Interstate 40, the two eastbound lanes are either gone or partially gone. In addition, there are about three other damaged locations in an 11-mile stretch leading to Fines Creek Road (Exit 15). 

Waynesville tennis courts to be resurfaced

The tennis courts located at Recreation Park at 285 Vance St. in Waynesville will be closed from Aug. 27 through Sept. 10 to allow for resurfacing (weather pending). 

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