Survey says: Macon and Jackson call for state help to sort out muddled border
One of life’s great unsolved mysteries will soon be settled thanks to an official survey of the murky border between Jackson and Macon counties.
New fire tax moves to the front burner in Jackson County
Jackson County commissioners signaled support this week to change the way volunteer fire departments are funded, although the plan is not without its critics.
Blurred boundary leads to permit, tax problems
Whether you live in Macon County or Jackson County may depend on which one you ask.
Jackson wants to do background checks on volunteers
To lend a helping hand in Jackson County, a willingness to volunteer may not be enough.
Patrol car laptops should aid Jackson deputies
It’s not quite Robocop, but the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is getting a law enforcement boost thanks to technology.
Duke ready to officially turn Dillsboro Dam site over to local officials
A decade-long saga in deciding the fate of Duke Energy’s former dam near Dillsboro is drawing to a close as the company prepares to hand the site and surrounding land over to local officials.
Handpicked appointments fill Jackson boards
It’s not the strength of your resume — it’s who your friends are.
Cullowhee: meet your makers
Jackson County Commissioners have begun naming a task force that will shepherd Cullowhee along the way to becoming a bonafide planning district, complete with tailored development guidelines to ensure compatible growth.
Forest Hills mayor race down to the wire, but not in the way you might think
The clock was ticking. There were just two days to go for mayor candidates to step up to the plate in the small village of Forest Hills — and still no takers.
Tie match called in Jackson visitor center firestorm
After a tumultuous start to hashing out a blueprint for this year’s finances, the Jackson County Tourism Development Authority reached a moment of harmony last week when its members unanimously adopted a budget.
