A local reporter went to the front lines of Ukraine for two weeks in December 2022, a trip that changed his perspective on journalism forever. Born and raised in Chicago to a Ukrainian mother, journalist Cory Vaillancourt originally wanted to become a lawyer. However, after working as a field organizer for Al Gore’s 2000 presidential […]
JCPS revises construction projects after costs exceed budgets
March 15, 2026 by
Version of the story was published in The Sylva Herald, March 12 edition After learning that projected construction costs are nearly double the amount allocated, the Jackson County Board of Education is reassessing its planned construction projects and prioritizing essential student needs. At its monthly meeting on Feb. 24 the board discussed these updated projects […]
SCC looking to expand out Webster Road
March 12, 2026 by
Story was originally published in the Sylva Herald, March 12 edition The Webster town board met last week and heard a presentation from Southwestern Community College President Don Tomas about rezoning 26.96 acres on Webster Road adjacent to SCC. Tomas hopes to expand the college with a new library. Tomas reported that two upcoming projects […]
Appalachian Women’s Museum trivia night fundraiser
March 7, 2026 by
If you are looking for something fun to do next Friday night, come and join the fun of Appalachian Women Trivia Night at Innovation Station Brewing in Dillsboro at 6:30pm, Friday, March 13. Bring your group of friends to compete for prizes and raise funds that will go to the Appalachian Women’s Museum in Dillsboro. […]
Whee Life: Primary Elections results and more on voting
March 6, 2026 by
Preliminary results from the primary elections in Jackson County. Hear from Halle Stanley and Matthias Morgan who are the people that will be on the ballot in the general elections in November. Also hear on some of the issues, values and topics voters, candidates raised during this elections.
Primary elections 2026 newscast
March 4, 2026 by
Watch student produce news magazine on the 2026 primary elections in Jackson County. Find out who is running for local and state offices, issues, students concerns, values and problems with the closing of the voting place on campus. The production is joint project of The Western Carolina Journalist with Whee TV and students in three […]
