Students seeking campus early voting sites for the primaries at three NC universities face an uphill battle in court with the clock ticking. Story by Sarah Michels. Carolina Public Press published Feb. 6. Republished. Students at three North Carolina colleges who want early voting sites on campus this primary election took the issue to federal […]
Archives for February 2026
Dillsboro Aldermen Workshop and Town Meeting
February 7, 2026 by
The Town of Dillsboro had their monthly meeting Monday, Feb. 9, at Dillsboro Town Hall. The popular topic discussed was the progress of the new Town Hall, including paint and carpet colors and types. Tim Parris, the mayor of Dillsboro projected that the new building would be ready to move into at the end of […]
Great Sapphire Outhouse Race set to hit the slopes
February 6, 2026 by
The Great Sapphire Outhouse Race returns for the 19th time to the slopes at Ski Sapphire Valley Resort on Saturday, Feb. 7, bringing decorated outhouses, live music and a day of fun (and fundraising) to Cashiers. Starting at 3 p.m. the teams of three people participating will race homemade outhouses down the ski slopes. Each […]
Common illnesses in community continue along seasonal norms
February 4, 2026 by
As measles cases are on the rise across North Carolina, WCU Health Services says there are no reported cases on campus. COVID-19 is now recognized as a regular respiratory illness, is not being tracked by health officials. Students are urged to wash their hands to minimize the spread of illness. The Centers for Disease Control […]
Voter registration rises in Jackson County ahead of March Primary
February 3, 2026 by
As the primary elections approach in Jackson County election officials say voter registration activity is in full swing. The director of the Jackson County Board of Elections, Amanda Allen shared in an email data showing that the voter activity so far has largely been influenced by changes in party affiliation. In an email, Allen explains […]
WCU School of Music faculty perform at spring showcase
February 2, 2026 by
Nearly 200 audience members filled Coulter Recital Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 27, to enjoy two hours of performances during the annual School of Music Spring Faculty Showcase. Instrumental and vocal faculty members performed prepared pieces, giving the audience a chance to experience their musicianship outside the classroom. “I definitely think out of all the concerts, […]
