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Jackson, Macon, Swain reach FRL agreement

Macon County has approved a new version of the Fontana Regional Library interlocal agreement that contains changes made by all three counties in the system. This marks the end of almost two years of controversy over the library agreement, libraries themselves and the merits of a regional library system.

Macon County floodplain ordinance debate heats up

A proposed change to Macon County’s floodplain regulation has prompted outcry from the public and rippled across the county government.

Overthrown: A developing feud within the Macon GOP threatens one of the region’s strongest political institutions

“Thou shalt not speak ill of other Republicans.”

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: On Vitamin/Mineral/Herbal Supplements

Have you been advised by your MD or PCP to take a vitamin or mineral or herbal supplement?

“Dietary supplements are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before they reach the market.

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: Cross-contact or Cross-contamination – What’s the Difference?

Cross-contamination is the term used when pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) that may result in food borne illnesses (food poisoning) are transferred from:

1. a surface to another surface - e.g. using the same cutting board to prepare raw meat and cooked meat

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: Sensationalism and Seed Oils

These days there’s a lot of negativity about “seed oils”. According to some of the social media “influencers”, seed oils are ones made from: canola, corn, cottonseed, soybeans, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, flaxseed, and sesame seeds.

Jackson, Macon, Swain reach FRL agreement

Macon County floodplain ordinance debate heats up

Overthrown: A developing feud within the Macon GOP threatens one of the region’s strongest political institutions

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