One man, 30+ cats

A Siamese cat named Samson waits outside the door of the shelter. When entering, the meows of 43 cats can be heard all over the shelter, ready for their first meal of the day. Morning doses of medication, feedings, litter box cleanings and plenty of playtime keep the sole employee of CatMan2 busy. The smell […]

WCU honors recipients of prestigious Chancellor’s list

WCU Bardo Arts Center on Oct. 26 was full of students, parents and faculty in a celebration of success and hard work.     This year WCU’s Chancellor’s list ceremony recognized the students who had a 3.8 or higher GPA in spring 2021. Over 200 students came to the ceremony with their parents and invited 27 faculty members.     “I am so impressed by our students here at Western. The fact that they have a 3.8 […]

Alex Kotlowitz Brings Important Topics to WCU Students

Alex Kotlowitz, best-selling author of “The Other Side of the River” visited Western Carolina University on Wednesday, Nov. 3, to discuss his book with students. “The Other Side of the River” was chosen as WCU’s one book for 2021-2022. It was chosen because of its relation to the campus theme, water. The book also details […]

Tattoo Arts Convention returns to Asheville Nov. 5-7

If the body is a temple, who says it can’t be a heavily decorated temple?  The city of Asheville will host its second Tattoo Arts Convention at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center Nov. 5-7.  Hosted by Villain Arts, the family-friendly convention will feature special guests like Al Fliction and Holli Marie, who have both competed on […]

Cullowhee church plans smorgasbord of scares for Halloween

The Wesley Foundation Haunted House is back after a year-long break, so students should prepare to get terrified Oct. 29 and 30! The event will guide guests through dimly lit rooms and tight corridors in the Cullowhee United Methodist Church. College students dressed in costumes and makeup will work hard to give the guests scares […]

Author Alex Kotlowitz to visit WCU for One Book Lecture

Two American towns, seemingly worlds apart, are connected and separated by a death that forces them to recognize their own dilemma’s. Western Carolina University will host book author, Alex Kotlowitz, on Nov. 3 for a lecture on his book, “The Other Side of the River.” The event will be in the University Center Grand Room […]