Canton is known for its iconic paper mill and even though the odor emitting from the stacks may seem foul to some, most Canton folks would agree it’s a familiar smell that reminds them of home. However, the reminiscent scent is slated to disappear in the coming months. According to an Asheville Citizens Times article, […]
Archives for May 2023
Commission hears child fatality prevention report
May 4, 2023 by
Story originally published in The Sylva Herald, April 12 edition The Jackson County Child Fatality Prevention Team reported two child deaths in 2021, both less than 1 year of age due to birth defects and other unspecified causes. In 2020, a total of 504 child deaths were recorded in North Carolina. Jackson County Health Director Shelley […]
School board resolves to step up against tobacco fight
May 4, 2023 by
Story originally published in The Sylva Herald, April 6 edition Tobacco, once a cash crop in the hills and hollers around Jackson County, is now the schools’ Public Enemy #1. Last Tuesday the Jackson County Board of Education passed a resolution aimed at curbing the use of tobacco and e-cigarettes in schools. The board approved […]
Shadow experiences goes beyond expectations
May 3, 2023 by
Story originally published in The Sylva Herald, April 27 edition Jackson County Early College students are taking job shadowing to the next level. Every year JCEC seniors are required to take on a job shadow as part of their curriculum. This year, some students went above and beyond the requirements for this project by getting […]
Opinion: the end of the world?
May 2, 2023 by
2023 should be glorious, A year to advance and be better. And yet there’s more division than ever, And that’s why I’m writing this letter. Technology has made us more connected, Makes us closer and learn so quick. But it also gives birth to the worst of us, The ones that do things that make […]
WCU weighs food waste to bring mindfulness to students
May 1, 2023 by
WCU is in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, making it a hot spot for college students that both enjoy nature leisurely and for their careers. This was reflected in the “Earth Month” celebrations held by both Eco CATS and Sustainable Energy Initiative (SEI) rather than having just one day celebrating the planet. On […]
