Protesters rally against Trump: Attendees angered by Musk’s influence, Democrats’ inaction

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Wednesday, 19/02/2025

On a holiday meant to honor the nation’s presidents — past and present — demonstrators in Jackson and Haywood counties joined others who gathered in cities across the country to protest what they describe as a dangerous concentration of power under Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. 

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Free training on domestic violence prevention

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Tuesday, 04/02/2025

REACH of Haywood County is sponsoring a free training for all community leaders, law enforcement personnel, social workers, healthcare professionals and concerned citizens from Haywood and surrounding counties. 

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Concerned Citizens’ won’t be silenced

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Wednesday, 06/09/2023

To the Editor:

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