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SCC supports Nantahala Health Foundation
SYLVA – On Monday, June 22, Southwestern Community College hosted Nantahala Health Foundation (NHF) representatives as they set up a mask…
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Forest Service encourages visitors to recreate responsibly
Large crowds are common at many national forest recreation areas over holiday weekends and USDA Forest Service personnel remind visitors…
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Fireworks This Weekend
Here’s a rundown of local fireworks this coming weekend…. Cherokee 4th of July Pow Wow: Festivities Cancelled but fireworks will…
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WCU Board Removes Name ‘Hoey’ From Campus Auditorium
CULLOWHEE – The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution removing the name “Hoey” from a campus…
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New Plan for Dillsboro Bridge Shaves Years, Saves Millions
DILLSBORO – Construction plans to replace a bridge on Haywood Road over Scott Creek and Smoky Mountain Railroad in Dillsboro are going in…
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Sylva 4th of July Update
The sixth annual July 4 fireworks in Sylva will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2020. The fireworks should begin…
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Concerts On The Creek Update
Due to the Governor’s announcement on Wednesday, June 24 to extend Phase 2 of Covid-19 restrictions until at least July 17, the Jackson County Chamber…
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Southwestern Community College announces official start date, revised format for fall semester
SYLVA – Southwestern Community College will start its fall semester as scheduled on Aug. 17, and officials are rolling out a…
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Two Community Forests in WNC Receive USDA Forest Service Grants
The USDA Forest Service has awarded grants to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina,…
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SCC Reports First COVID-19 Case
SYLVA – Southwestern Community College officials confirmed on June 20 that a student has reported testing positive for COVID-19. It’s the…
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