The story was published in The Sylva Herald, April 15 edition. Jackson County leaders heard a presentation from the HERE Committee at the Board of Commissioners meeting on April 7, as the organization seeks continued funding while recovering from a recent financial controversy. Cris Weatherford, HERE’s board chair, and Paul Phillips, interim director, shared an overview of the committee’s […]
Tuck River clean-up opportunity for fun and doing good
April 13, 2026 by
It’s time for the 42nd annual Tuck River clean-up. The Tuck River cleanup 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, April 18. The registration starts from 9 a.m. in front of the Catafount (transportation will be provided). Due to a limited amount of gear, registration will be limited to about 500 volunteers. There are alternative walking routes […]
JCPS revises construction projects after costs exceed budgets
March 15, 2026 by
Version of the story was published in The Sylva Herald, March 12 edition After learning that projected construction costs are nearly double the amount allocated, the Jackson County Board of Education is reassessing its planned construction projects and prioritizing essential student needs. At its monthly meeting on Feb. 24 the board discussed these updated projects […]
Primaries are over; see the unofficial results
March 6, 2026 by
Primaries are over and we can relax from the campaign signs, TV and social media adds at least for a bit in the spring. Here are the unofficial early election results from Jackson County voters in North Carolina statewide and congressional races along with the winners in Jackson County local electoral competitions. Now we remind […]
Primary elections 2026 newscast
March 4, 2026 by
Watch student produce news magazine on the 2026 primary elections in Jackson County. Find out who is running for local and state offices, issues, students concerns, values and problems with the closing of the voting place on campus. The production is joint project of The Western Carolina Journalist with Whee TV and students in three […]
Whee Life new season starts with voting
February 27, 2026 by
This week we are talking about the primary elections – early voting and the upcoming election day on March 3rd. Listen to hear more about key voter information, resources, early voting and dates. We have political science professor Dr. Chris Cooper on why primaries matter and can you buy the elections. The director of the […]
