Story re-published from The Sylva Herald, Sept. 30 Budget, housing, transportation, food, data centers and flock cameras were topics that five candidates for county commissioners answered during the only public forum this mid-term elections. Organized by Southwestern Community College students in the Introduction to Sociology class young voters researched and asked questions in a room […]
Whee Life: Helene brought the community together and how resilient people are
September 25, 2026 by
This week we have a special edition commemorating second anniversary since Hurricane Helene devastation of Western North Carolina. Hear from our guest on the recovery efforts, the distribution of funds for projects and politics from Cory Vaillancourt, special Helene Recovery reporter for The Asheville Citizens Times and former editor at the Smoky Mountain News. Two […]
Mountain Heritage Week to celebrate Appalachia
September 19, 2026 by
For more than 50 years, Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Days has celebrated the music, stories and traditions of Southern Appalachia. This year’s weeklong festival returns Sept. 21-26 with live entertainment, cultural experiences, educational programs and family-friendly activities across campus and throughout the region. Mountain Heritage Days serves as a celebration of Appalachian heritage and […]
Whee Life: Class of 2030!!
September 18, 2026 by
We start season four with a look at Western Carolina University’s class of 2030 and what their first month on campus has been like. Listen to hear more about adjusting to college, making friends, getting involved and finding your place on campus. This year’s new class has 2,385 freshmen, with a record-breaking overall enrollment of […]
Jackson County celebrates its past looking to the future
September 11, 2026 by
Jackson County will be celebrating its 175th anniversary to honor its past and celebrate the present with features from live music bands, a historic train ride and special guest speakers. The festivities are on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 4to 8p.m. at the brand-new Whittier Heritage Grounds. The event is designed to recognize Jackson County’s history, […]
Meet artist Geoffry Bowton and see a remarkable exhibit Veteran Obsolete during reception tonight
September 10, 2026 by
Brains, masks, guns and flags are displayed at the Art Museum at the WCU Bardo Center showcasing the work of Geoffry Bowton exhibit Veteran Obsolete. Bowton will be visiting for the Bardo Fine Art Museum for a public reception on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 5 p.m. During the reception he will be speaking on the process, […]
