story co-written with Jake Harkey Part 2 of the serial of stories published in The Sylva Herald on Jan. 24 edition The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to reconfigure N.C.107 through Sylva’s commercial corridor for safety reasons. In the summer of 2021 NCDOT began work on the road. According to Sylva lawyer and roads activist […]
Renter beware: Students share their apartment horror stories
January 2, 2024 by
A version of this story was originally published in The Western Carolinian, Dec. 14 edition For many students, the transition from a residence hall to an apartment feels like a dream. No parents, no RAs and, for most, living in an apartment is their first opportunity to be on their own. However, for many students […]
N.C. 107 work: A long road behind, and ahead
December 30, 2023 by
story co-written with Jake HarkeyPart 1 of the serial of stories published in The Sylva Herald, Dec. 13, 2023 America runs on Dunkin and Sylva lost the only one in town. Dunkin ceased selling coffee and doughnuts in November due to road construction and more businesses will be closing permanently or moving to a new […]
Find a new feline friend at Catman2
December 26, 2023 by
Tucked away on Tilley Creek in Cullowhee, North Carolina, is a safe haven for cats young and old. Catman2 was founded by Dr. Harold Sims in 1996, and the property where the shelter is now opened in 2002. He still lives near the shelter, and runs The American Museum of the Housecat. The museum is […]
Sylva Parade Brings Christmas Cheer
December 26, 2023 by
Story co-produced with Tyler Elcock After the craze of Black Friday, the town of Sylva got together as they do every year during the holiday season for the Sylva Christmas Parade. The parade was on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 3 to 5 p.m. bringing the community, families, and visitors to Main Street to open the […]
The AR-15: Rise and controversy
December 26, 2023 by
The video co-produced with Cody Cresmen The AR-15 is a popular semiautomatic rifle that has seen extreme controversy for its use in mass shootings. We spoke with the owner of Tagged Out Hunting Supply in Sylva, Dustin Hayes who opened store three years ago. Hear his opinion on the rifle and learn about its popularity. […]
