By Kristin Fox Western North Carolina hosted the Nikwasi-Cherokee Cultural Heritage Corridor Pilgrimage. The three-day event was held in conjunction with the 25 th Annual Trail of Tears Association ...

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How is North Carolina’s transportation network currently funded? How do citizens benefit from a vast, modern transportation network? What are some alternative ways to fund transportation in a more ...

Commissioner Shearl asks citizens for time to learn about NC Pre-K before moving forward with discussions of Highlands Expansion project ...

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy. They create jobs, support local communities, and drive innovation. However, in order to thrive in today’s economy, as a small business owner, you know ...

I spent the week before last touring WNC with the Congressman and that went wonderfully. When it came time to announce my position in Franklin, I was so nervous I nearly threw up. But it went ...

The Franklin High School Marching Panther Regiment competed in the heart of Atlanta Saturday in the Annual Jaguar Classic Marching Band Competition at New Manchester High School. Competing against ...

The Jackson County Board of Education voted to unanimously approve the update to the Memorandum of Understanding between the school district and the sheriff’s office. Any footage obtained through the ...

Homeowners who need septic repairs but can’t afford to pay for them may now qualify for a new grant program that will pay all their repair costs. Local environmental group MountainTrue is partnering ...

After months of determination and diligence, Legacy Dental Associates officially reopened its doors under the ownership of the Melzer family — bringing a beloved community dental practice back to its ...

SYLVA – In his role as president of Southwestern Community College, Dr. Don Tomas has seen up close the impact a hand up can have on students as they work toward college degrees. That’s the main ...

Tim Moore of the North Carolina House of Representatives announced committee assignments for Gillespie was appointed to serve on the following committees: Appropriations, Agriculture & Natural &… ...