Archives for October 8, 2024

Election season: Here is what you need to know on how to vote this year

October 8, 2024 by

The general election is upon us once again. Hurricane Helene and the devastation it caused in the Western North Carolina region will have its impact especially in the counties that suffered extensive flooding and damages. North Carolina State Board of Elections are not planning to extend voting registration deadline on Friday, Oct. 11. This could […]

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Hurricane Helene impacts performance schedule at Bardo Arts Center

October 8, 2024 by

Hurricane Helene had impacted the arts at Western Carolina University with the Bardo Arts Center facing disruptions and potential damages. Bardo parking lot was flooded during the storm but the damage is still not known. The staff aim to have the building properly assessed by the end of next week.   “We are still assessing […]

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North Carolina legislation to discuss relief package for WNC

October 8, 2024 by

House Speaker Tim Moore and Sen. Phil Berger said in a joint news release last week that details are still being worked out about what exactly is needed to facilitate the state’s response. WRAL reports that the state is looking at the $4.75 billion “rainy day fund” along with $733 million to help with emergency […]

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Voting at WCU: What you need to know

October 8, 2024 by

Election Day on Nov. 5 is less than a month away and WCU wants to be sure students have every chance to cast their vote. WCU has had a polling place since 2016 and many students take advantage to register and vote. All In, a nonpartisan organization that works with over 1000 colleges, reported WCU […]

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