The story was published in The Sylva Herald, April 15 edition. Jackson County leaders heard a presentation from the HERE Committee at the Board of Commissioners meeting on April 7, as the organization seeks continued funding while recovering from a recent financial controversy. Cris Weatherford, HERE’s board chair, and Paul Phillips, interim director, shared an overview of the committee’s […]
Tuck River clean-up opportunity for fun and doing good
April 13, 2026 by
It’s time for the 42nd annual Tuck River clean-up. The Tuck River cleanup 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, April 18. The registration starts from 9 a.m. in front of the Catafount (transportation will be provided). Due to a limited amount of gear, registration will be limited to about 500 volunteers. There are alternative walking routes […]
Political identity shapes trust in news, says WCU guest speaker
April 13, 2026 by
How journalists cover democracy may matter less than the readers’ political identity, according to a guest speaker at WCU on April 6 as part of the Haire Speaker Series. Dr. Katie Searles, the Olin D. Johnston Endowed Chair of Political Science at the University of South Carolina, presented her research about democracy coverage to students […]
Women’s History Month expands how women’s impact is understood
April 12, 2026 by
Women’s History Month is often used to highlight figures who fought for equality and changed history. Historian Elizabeth McRae said that focus only tells part of the story. McRae, an associate professor of history and the author of “Mothers of Massive Resistance: White Women and the Politics of White Supremacy,” spoke at Western Carolina University […]
Wellness Scavenger Hunt provides fun and gifts
April 4, 2026 by
The story was published in The Sylva Herald, April 1 edition People scrambling to find clues in downtown Sylva found wellness in a fun and creative way on Saturday, March 21. It was wrapped in colorful care-packages and gifts from local businesses. Nicole Kaysing with Balancing Wellness and Jenna Kranz of Uncomplicated Kitchen were the […]
