The air was crisp as students and Sylva locals flocked to the WCU fountain to enjoy the Homecoming Carnival. The area surrounding the fountain is usually quiet but on Oct. 22 it was filled with rides, games and a large crowd of students and locals. The smell of popcorn and cotton candy greeted them as […]
New plan for Cullowhee focuses on housing
October 25, 2019 by
The Cullowhee Community Planning Council has created a small area plan for the community that focuses on housing for students and permanent residents. The council held a public meeting on Oct. 22 in the Ramsey Center at Western Carolina University to showcase the finalized drafts of the Cullowhee Small Area Plan. Planning Manager for Stewart […]
WCU political science experts say Trump is unlikely to be fired
October 11, 2019 by
“You’re fired” used to be Donald Trump’s favorite phrase to say before he went from celebrity multi-millionaire to President of the United States of America. Now, almost three years into his presidency, Trump is facing impeachment which could result in his “firing” from the White House. Impeachment is not an easy process and there’s many […]
Impeachment process and its impact on 2020 elections
October 8, 2019 by
The Western Carolina Journalist talked with two WCU political science professors, Dr. Todd Collins and Dr. Chris Cooper, on the impeachment process, the constitution and impact on the election. See the full interview below.
Cherokee art shines through in 2019 Mountain Heritage Day
October 7, 2019 by
Mountain Heritage Day celebrated the history and culture of Western North Carolina, with music, food and local artists selling their work. Brothers and Cherokee artists, Bill and Rob Radford, keep some distance between their booths, as their work has a similar style, both with a focus on knives, pipes and gorgets. They carve knife handles […]
Miz Cracker gets candid at WCU Drag Show
October 4, 2019 by
Miz Cracker, a former contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race, performed for over 1100 people at the Ramsey Center on Friday, Sept. 27. The New York City native captivated the audience with her wardrobe and lip-sync performance, but also for shining a light on feminism. Doors opened at 7 p.m. and as fans anticipated Cracker’s appearance, […]
