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    Jackson Leaders Concidering School Bond Referendum

    Jackson County commissioners are considering placing a 105-million-dollar school bond referendum before voters this fall. Commissioners voted Tuesday night to…
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    Jackson County Firefighters Train to Respond to a Large Structure Fire and Rescue

    Savannah Volunteer Fire Department led a training exercise at Lighthouse Baptist Church on Highway 441 on July 18 to be…
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    Longtime Dream of Whittier Heritage Grounds Becomes Reality in Jackson County

    County officials, community partners, and members of the Elders family gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Whittier Heritage…
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    Emergency Shelter Holds Open House in Jackson County

    The new Emergency Shelter for domestic violence victims and survivors here in Jackson County will soon open its doors for…
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    July 24, 2026

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      Jackson Leaders Concidering School Bond Referendum

      Jackson County commissioners are considering placing a 105-million-dollar school bond referendum before voters this fall. Commissioners voted Tuesday night to hold a public hearing on the proposal August 4th at 6:25 p.m. at the Jackson County Administration and Justice Center on Grindstaff Cove Road in Sylva. If commissioners approve placing the measure on the ballot, voters would decide the issue November 3rd. The bonds would be repaid over 20 years and used for school construction, renovations, equipment, land purchases and related infrastructure. Proposed projects include completing athletic fields originally planned for Smoky Mountain Middle School, improvements to the gym, kitchen…

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      Jackson County Firefighters Train to Respond to a Large Structure Fire and Rescue

      Savannah Volunteer Fire Department led a training exercise at Lighthouse Baptist Church on Highway 441 on July 18 to be better prepared for a scenario where they needed to get water quickly to a large building in the county and conduct search and rescue operations. “In Savannah’s fire district, we do not have a hydrant,” said Lt. Chris Bowers, training officer, Savannah Volunteer Fire Department.  “Everything is either hauled to the scene on a fire truck and then refilled outside of the district and shuttled back to the to the fire or supplied with multiple tankers coming in from other…

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      Longtime Dream of Whittier Heritage Grounds Becomes Reality in Jackson County

      County officials, community partners, and members of the Elders family gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Whittier Heritage Grounds, a new 28‑acre multi‑use community and event space located at 271 Clearwood Drive in Whittier. The event center is dedicated to the late Charles R. Elders, honoring his decades of support, leadership, and investment in Jackson County. A ribbon‑cutting ceremony was held on July 21, 2026, at 4 p.m., marking a major milestone for Jackson County and the Whittier community. The opening highlights the county’s continued commitment to expanding local event capacity, supporting agricultural and entrepreneurial growth, and creating…

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      Emergency Shelter Holds Open House in Jackson County

      The new Emergency Shelter for domestic violence victims and survivors here in Jackson County will soon open its doors for operation for individuals and families needing a place to stay during an emergency. The Center for Domestic Peace, Inc. held an Open House Monday for Jackson County commissioners, leaders, and community advocates. A few days earlier, Dr. Thom Brooks, Executive Director, Center for Domestic Peace, met with Jenny Lynn Hooper, Jackson County Commissioner, District 3, to tour the facility. A few finishing touches are being done, including some furnishings, mattresses, and safety features…but the finish line is in sight. The project…

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    Birthday Club Celebrations

    Celebrating birthdays today and over the next two days.

    Today July 24
    • CCurtis Bradley
    • MMichelle Holler
    Tomorrow July 25
    • AAmie Snyder
    Sunday July 26
    • TTammy Thomson

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