Story co-written with Becki Veach Have you ever been called by a supposedly trusted source like a bank or a courthouse and the conversation just doesn’t feel right? For example, they try to pressure you into sending money or ask personal questions like your address or credit card information. Well, you’re not alone because you […]
Archives for May 2026
World Press Freedom Day: Global focus on press freedom
May 8, 2026 by
The annual World Press Freedom Day on May 3 is designed to remind the public of their duties to recognize and respect the freedom of press. Journalists around the world marked the World Press Freedom Day with a mix of celebration and concern, as ongoing threats to media continue to shape global information. “People need […]
Climate Change: How does it affect us?
May 8, 2026 by
People fleeing from their homes in Georgia because a wildfire is within sight-distance is now a reality. No rain for a month, wind and low humidity can take a cigarette thrown from a car window and turn it into a raging inferno devouring everything in its path. It’s more evidence that the warming planet is […]
Gift and Thrift: Bringing sustainable style to WCU
May 8, 2026 by
Students and community members were invited to the third annual Gift and Thrift event hosted by WCU’s Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning on Friday, May 1 at a pop-up shop in the University Center. Over 30 students attended the event, clearing out the donated items quicker than they had been sorted. The event […]
Spiritual politics: A unique solution to political and global divide
May 1, 2026 by
As political tensions rise and a resolution seems out of reach, a Western Carolina University (WCU) professor is writing about how spiritual politics may be the only answer. Dr. Michael Lenz is a political science professor at WCU, and he believes the answer to current global issues is spirituality. This spirituality is not religious, but instead about embracing peace, hope and […]
Wildfire season and drought in WNC: Little changes make big impacts
May 1, 2026 by
After a prolonged dry season, rain showers alleviate drought conditions in western North Carolina. Although the region is getting scattered rains, it’s not enough to get the region out of the drought. The National Centers for Environmental Information gives a current drought reduction estimate of the amount of rainfall needed to end drought conditions in […]
