2020 Census extends online response

For the first time ever, the U.S. Census Bureau is allowing residents to answer the questionnaire online, but you can still respond by phone, mail or in person if preferred.The questionnaire lasts for about 10-15 minutes and has questions pertaining to sex, race, age and other factors. According to the Census website the COVID-19 outbreak online […]

Case for Census is presented at a library gathering

This story was originally published in the Sylva Herald on March 4, 2020.  The 2020 Census could mean more government funds and representation for North Carolina. Census Partnership Specialist Charles Megown spoke on behalf of the United States Census at the Jackson County Public Library on Thursday, Feb. 27, to try and promote the importance of […]