Local media won’t bow to threats, lies

The Western Carolina Journalist is re-publishing the story in support of our friends, partners and mentors for their professionalism and dedication of informing on all things that are happening in our community. By Dave Russell, The Sylva Herald, and Cory Vaillancourt, The Smoky Mountain News The Sylva Herald and The Smoky Mountain News last Friday received […]

Cherokee votes on alcohol referendum

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians vote today, April 12, on whether the reservation should remain dry. Smoky Mountain News reports mixed opinions among the residence. “In the days leading up to the monumental vote, those polled on the street in Cherokee offered up the full range of views — along with those for and against […]