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The enduring myth of welfare cheats
To the Editor: Welfare cheats. It seems that every conservative has a favorite story about how someone on public assistance…
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To shoot or not to shoot?
To the Editor: Every two or three years I read in the newspaper that a homeowner shot an intruder. Typically,…
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In Rep. Presnell’s view, it’s local leaders be damned
Some teacher a long time ago explained to my class of intro to political science undergrads the difference between a…
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Macon ballfield complex to break ground soon
Macon County commissioners unanimously approved the first round of bids to begin construction of a $3.8 million sports complex in…
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Lake Junaluska Peace Conference
The Lake Junaluska Peace Conference, taking place March 27-30, will feature six leadership speakers from across the globe. The speakers…
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New apartment rules set the stage for a safer walk to campus for WCU students
The advent of three large student apartment complexes around Western Carolina University in the past few years has prompted concern…
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Gambling halls raided
Two video gambling halls were raided in Haywood County last week following an undercover investigation by law enforcement agencies.
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State, counties play hot potato over teacher salaries
Stagnating pay for North Carolina teachers is prompting some local school leaders to dig a little deeper for salary bonuses…
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On with the show
Though the process has been long, Steven Lloyd is beginning to see the fruits of his labor. “I sometimes feel…
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One and done — Macon sheriff race to be sewed up in primary
The Macon County Sheriff race will be short and sweet. Incumbent Sheriff Robbie Holland, a Republican, only faces one challenger,…
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Candidates lineup for a shot on Swain sheriff ballot
Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran will have an easy primary season, with no Republicans challenging his bid for a third…
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Candidates sound off on issues in crowded sheriff race
With the May election primary drawing nearer and the ring chock-full of hats contending for the Jackson County sheriff seat,…
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HCC’s low-impact development degree axed
Four years ago, Haywood Community College launched the first low-impact development program in North Carolina, a new degree to train…
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Election laws in the ‘new’ North Carolina
New controversial voting laws passed by the N.C. General Assembly last year were supposed to take effect in 2016, but…
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Voting from bed: WCU, Jackson County election officials hammer out a hopeful home
Walking out of the Jackson County Board of Elections offices in Sylva, Lane Perry seemed pleased. A year’s worth of…
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Franklin brewery deal moves along
Franklin is one step closer to getting its first microbrewery, which plans to set up shop in the former town…
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Franklin downtown soul-searches for solution to discord
The division along Franklin’s Main Street is tough to see with the naked eye. Passersby appear oblivious to the battle…
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Time to get your Green on
No, I’m not late. I’m not talking about puking green beer or waking up with Leprechauns — I’m talking about…
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Cheap greenhouse space for up for grabs
Get an early start on this year’s garden by renting a space for seed flats in the greenhouse at the…
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Jackson students win environmental contest
The Jackson Soil and Water Conservation District has announced the winners of its annual poster and essay contests. Third- through…
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Kids can get trekking with TRACK trail network
Interactive activities for kids have been installed along a 1.3-mile section of trail at the N.C. Arboretum in Asheville, which…
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Permit needed to harvest ginseng
The U.S. Attorney’s Office reminds the public that gathering ginseng on the Nantahala National Forest without a permit is illegal.
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Roving volunteers needed in the Smokies
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is recruiting volunteers to rove the Oconaluftee River Trail, Mountain Farm Museum and fields along…
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Paddlers emerge for first big race of the year
A major paddling race will be held on the Nantahala River March 22 and 23, with around 60 of the…
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Climbing to the top: Local school a hub for outdoor training
It’s a chilly day on the Tuckasegee River. Air temperature is in the mid-40s, and the water isn’t much warmer. …
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Finding elusive love in the modern world of dating
“Chick-lit” is, of course, the slang expression for those books appealing especially to women. Though not politically correct, most men…
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MedWest hosts community meetings
MedWest Haywood will hold another series of community meetings in April and May. Feedback collected from the community during an…
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Jackson County Planning Board reconsiders rewrites
A proposal to loosen steep slope development rules in Jackson County is headed back to the drawing board. A large…
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Brewing possibilities in Franklin: Town board considers lease offer for old town hall
Franklin could soon get its first taste of microbrew beer. An offer to lease the old town hall building and…
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Sheriff candidate fired from Sylva police force
Jackson County sheriff candidate Curtis Lambert no longer has a job with the Sylva Police Department, but he says his…
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No repercussions for officers involved in dismissed drug case
Three months after lies on a search warrant and a fabricated drug dog alert prompted a federal judge to throw…
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Swain cyclists help DOT in rumble strip study
When drivers veer off the road, they’re often alerted to the error by a vicious vibration caused by an ingrained…
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Film crew granted access to Judaculla Rock
A film crew with the show “American Unearthed” will arrive in Jackson County this week to film an episode on…
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Sylva board talks downtown traffic fixes
Over the past half-century, traffic patterns in downtown Sylva have prompted a repeated cycle of complaint, remedy and return to…
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15 months and counting, Canton delays decision on town manager again
The Canton town board remains undecided about who will take over as town manager. The board was expected to choose…
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Maggie roller coaster over, but stars still aren’t aligned for Haywood room tax hike
After oscillating on the issue last year, Maggie Valley town leaders have now endorsed a room tax hike in Haywood…
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Robinson will support education, teachers
To the Editor: As I discuss the upcoming District 50 senatorial campaign with my neighbors, it is becoming clear to…
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Politics does make strange bedfellows
To the Editor: Politics does indeed make strange bedfellows. The recent edition of The Smoky Mountain news said this: “Carla…
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Dealing with those who are just ‘wrong’
By Doug Wingeier • Columnist Recently my wife and I attended the showing of a documentary film on animal rights.…
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Concert fundraiser at WCU to feature A.W. Duo
The acclaimed classical music duo of Alyona Aksyonova and James Waldo will be featured at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 24,…
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Liar’s Bench returns to Mountain Heritage Center
A celebration of Appalachian storytelling, music and drama, The Liar’s Bench will hit the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, March…
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Christian rock comes to Franklin
Highly-acclaimed Christian rock bands Audio Adrenaline, Kutless, Finding Favour and Shine Bright Baby will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, March…
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Open call for Greening Up the Mountains artists, vendors
The 17th Annual Greening Up the Mountains festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 26,…
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Zac Brown Band to play Harrah’s Cherokee
Renowned country group the Zac Brown Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Harrah’s Cherokee.
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The Malpass Brothers bring alt-country to Highlands
Americana/country act The Malpass Brothers will be performing at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Highlands Performing Arts Center.
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This must be the place
The right place at the right time. We’re all aware of that notion, and most of us have experienced it at…
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Shooting for dreams
In a crowded, frenzied gymnasium, Macon County Sheriff Robert Holland was just trying to not embarrass himself. “I haven’t touched…
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DOT explains N.C. 107 survey letter mystery
A controversial bypass around Sylva that was supposedly tabled by the highway department last year suddenly and mysteriously seemed to…
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WCU staff and students improve libraries in area jails
For most people, the word “jail” stirs up mental images of vertical bars and stark concrete walls, not of rows…
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Deer reclaim historic home in Cherokee
From clothing to art to clan names, deer are everywhere in Cherokee culture. But for the past couple of centuries,…
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