Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville turned pink on Oct. 18 for Making Strides of Western North Carolina, an annual fundraising walk that raises awareness and supports the fight against breast cancer. The event was part of the American Cancer Society’s nationwide Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, which raises money for breast cancer research […]
Making Strides of Western North Carolina walks to support breast cancer awareness
October 24, 2025 by
Sylva bookstore City Lights makes it to 40
February 21, 2025 by
Story originally published in The Sylva Herald, Feb. 19 edition City Lights, Sylva’s independently owned used and new bookstore will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Sunday, Feb. 23, from 3 to 5 p.m. It will be a proper birthday party with friends having fun with live music, refreshments and cake. Because of corporate bookstores, such […]
Politico’s reporter Kruse: We should discuss politics and not separate because of opinions
January 29, 2025 by
A week after his inauguration, President Donald Trump has already made controversial waves with his actions. Signing over 20 executive orders on Inauguration day, more than any President previously, which includes withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization, and also proclaiming that the United States will only recognize two sexes, male […]
Election day in Western North Carolina
November 5, 2024 by
“I think it’s our constitutional right to vote and decide who we want to be our next president,” said Amy Bollinger, a Jackson County voter. Immigration, abortion and the economy are just a few issues that concern voters this election. Voters in Jackson County feel very strongly about coming out to voice their thoughts and […]
Karaoke night at O’Malley’s
December 17, 2022 by
Story co-produced with Sadie Kennedy In the cold, dark months of winter, a warm glow of music and glee barrels from a place where locals and travelers alike join to eat, drink and be merry. Wednesday and Friday night karaoke at O’Malley’s Pub and Grill is a holiday highlight for all to enjoy. Open since […]
Spring Break Fever is spreading around campus!
March 2, 2018 by
WCU students are excited for the upcoming spring break next week, March 3 to 10. For some, this week long break is a great time to go home and relax with their families and for others it is the perfect time to travel. This break will allow everyone to catch up on their sleep and […]
