“WNC could see conditions close to the blizzard of ’93,” says Greer Meterologist

If you have spent any time outdoors within the past week you’ll have noticed the strange change in temperature. Going from a high of 70 degrees last Thursday to extreme weather conditions this coming week has many Cullowhee residents scratching their heads. “The weather in WNC changes more than I change my underwear,” said Sabrina […]

“This Is Our Youth” depicts disillusionment and finding purpose

Western Carolina University’s Stage & Screen is showcasing their latest Mainstage production, “This Is Our Youth”, aiming to highlight the struggles of growing up and finding a purpose to lead a life behind. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb. 4. They will have a matinee performance at 3 p.m. […]

Secret study spots for your finals week

This story was co-written with Imani Stewart Western Carolina University’s pristine location allows students to have quick and easy access to many of the best sights and adventures the Southern Appalachian Mountains have to offer. With finals week approaching, stress is on the rise, but have no fear – there are plenty of places that can […]

Ledbetter Road: fix or folly?

This story was written by Tanner Hall, originally published in The Sylva Herald. Four months after a father of four died in a hit and run in Cullowhee, there’s new action to protect other pedestrians who use overcrowded, unsafe Ledbetter Road. Transportation officials hope to link Ledbetter and Monteith Gap roads. The connector near Western Carolina […]

The weather won’t keep the locals down

The weather called for a 92 percent chance of rain, but the people of Sylva still brought out their guitars, grills and their mountain attitudes on Saturday, April 25, to celebrate Earth Day. The Greening up the Mountains festival is a local tradition, that’s been running for 18 years, in Sylva to celebrate the coming […]

Asheville Outlet seeks employees, but will students be interested?

It doesn’t matter if it is online or an hour away students will do it.  Every student loves shopping, however, do they love making the money to shop? Well, there will be plenty of opportunities coming to the Asheville area with the opening on the Asheville Outlet. The general manager of the nearly completed outlet mall, Sharon Morgan says […]