Election day was a historic day for the North Carolina Democrats. They won some significant races, flipped the North Carolina House, and have majority of the congressional delegation in Washington D.C. “There are Provisionals to count, recounts to be had, and (hopefully not but probably) a lawsuit or two. But those are the leaders as […]
Heading to the polls: An Election Day checklist
November 3, 2026 by
Election Day for the 2026 midterm election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and voters have one final opportunity to cast their ballots. For Cullowhee voters, the Election Day polling site will be Western Carolina University’s Health and Human Sciences Building. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Jackson County Board of Elections Director […]
WCU early voting turnout increases in first week
October 26, 2026 by
In the first seven days of early voting, the new voting site at Western Carolina University’s Health and Human Sciences Building has seen a 168% increase in turnout compared with the last midterm election in 2022. According to the State Board of Elections, there are 1,484,828 votes in person and 59,845 absentee ballots casted as […]
Midterm voting guide: Quick reminders and links
October 20, 2026 by
Today at 5 p.m. was the last day to request a mail-in absentee ballot in North Carolina. If you are an out-of-state student, dates may vary so be sure to google your states deadlines on requesting and receiving back ballots. A valid photocopy of your ID is required for your vote to be accepted. To […]
Early voting in the new voting site at WCU HHS building started with high numbers
October 19, 2026 by
In the two days of early voting, over half a million registered voters have already voted. According to State Board of Elections as of Oct. 17 there are 461,048 votes in person and 40,273 are absentee ballots casted. In Jackson County, 1,829 people voted in person during the first two days. The Board has approved […]
Uncomplicated Kitchen hosts Pumpkins in the Park fundraiser
October 10, 2026 by
Local nonprofit Uncomplicated Kitchen hosted their sixth annual community fall event, Pumpkins in the Park fundraiser at Bridge Park, downtown Sylva, on Oct. 3. Supporters, sponsors, and vendors from all over the community filled the park Saturday afternoon. The event included fun fall-themed activities such as pumpkin painting, pumpkin bowling and pumpkin smashing. The afternoon […]
