Whether you resented or embraced the summer’s stifling refusal to leave us last month, its lingering high temperatures have greater significance than allowing our cardigans and hoodies to rest in the back of our drawers a while longer. Dr. Beverly Collins, Western Carolina University’s resident “fall color forecaster,” says a warmer September means a delayed and […]
Wofford Terriers stomp out Catamounts’ early fire
October 9, 2016 by
There were gusty winds and a chill in the air, but that did not deter Catamounts’ fans from cheering on their team on military night. From the opening kickoff to the closing moments of the game, fans were energetic in hopes of getting Western Carolina to end its two game losing streak. The Catamounts came […]
Citadel Bulldogs conquer Catamounts on Family Day
October 2, 2016 by
As the ball was kicked off, one could hear the ruckus crowd chant both teams’ names. What started out as an evenly matched contest, turned into a beating at the expense of the Catamounts due in large part to a stagnant offense. By the end of the second quarter and in the beginning of the […]
WCU women’s soccer off to a flying start
September 30, 2016 by
While cats are traditionally known for batting around balls of yarn, it seems like the Catamounts have more of a penchant for soccer balls. The Western Carolina women’s soccer team will take on East Tennessee State University in Cullowhee Friday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. ETSU has played the same teams that Western has, Mercer […]
Catamounts ready for good season
September 17, 2016 by
Western Carolina University’s football team kicked off their first home game of the season with a win over the Gardner Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs. The team is hoping to continue winning this Saturday, Sept. 17, against the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Buccaneers at the Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tennessee. WCU beat Gardner Webb 44-14. […]
Canoe slalom exceeds expectations for the community
September 15, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Keegan Wiggins The seventh annual Cullowhee Canoe Slalom, held on Saturday, Sept. 10, encouraged camaraderie and gave beginner paddlers the chance to experience something new. The goal of the event is to create a platform for an average person to enjoy paddling whether it be in a canoe with a partner […]
