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Former Graham Sheriff Brad Hoxit to appeal removal from office
4+ hour, 51+ min ago (224+ words) An attorney representing former Graham County Sheriff Brad Hoxit said his client will appeal a recent decision by Superior Court Judge William T. Stetzer that bars Hoxit from returning to office. Thursday, April 16 " 3pm-6pm Ingles Markets " West Waynesville "1670 Brown Ave. , Waynesville It…...
Wildlife Advisory Committee seeks nominations
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (331+ words) NCWRC asks advisory members to participate actively throughout their terms. The advisory committee meets four times a year, usually at NCWRC's headquarters in Raleigh. The NCWRC's Board will appoint advisory committee members based on the nominees' credentials, expertise, affiliation and…...
NC Symphony to celebrate "America 250
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (476+ words) A special performance, "North Carolina Symphony: Classical Favorites Celebrating America 250," will take place at 7: 30 p. m. Thursday, April 16, at the Bardo Arts Center on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee." This enchanting evening features music from timeless masterpieces by Bernstein…...
HCAC's "Art Off the Wall'
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (481+ words) The Haywood County Arts Council invites the community to experience "Art Off the Wall," a unique and intimate fundraising event taking place from 6-8 p. m. Wednesday, April 16, at the HCAC's Haywood Handmade Gallery in Waynesville. With only 30 tickets available, this exclusive evening…...
Tickets on sale for Blue Ghost Firefly tour
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (384+ words) Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 "Blue Ghost Firefly Tour" at the Cradle of Forestry in America. This annual event offers a rare opportunity to witness the mesmerizing display of the elusive Blue Ghost Fireflies (Phausis reticulata) in their…...
Rep. Clampitt laid to rest
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (363+ words) Mike Clampitt, the Swain County native and retired fire captain who represented portions of Western North Carolina in the General Assembly until his passing after a long illness on March 18, was laid to rest at the Lauada Cemetery in Bryson…...
HART presents "Men in Suits
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (445+ words) A special stage production of "Men in Suits" will take place at 7: 30 p. m. April 10-11, and 17-18 and at 2 p. m. April 12 and 19 at the Haywood Arts Regional Theatre in Waynesville. In a world where loyalty is everything and mistakes are deadly, "Men in Suits…...
Sylva takes another stand in library conflict
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (1036+ words) The question of who will control one of Jackson County's most visible public assets is beginning to draw clear lines, and on March 26, Sylva's Board of Commissioners stepped firmly onto one side." In a unanimous vote, commissioners adopted a resolution…...
HCAC's "Little Hands, Big Imagination'
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (389+ words) The latest exhibit, "Little Hands, Big Imagination," will be showcased through April 13 in the Haywood Handmade Gallery at the Haywood County Arts Council in downtown Waynesville. Join the HCAC for a joyful exhibit of large-scale collaborative artwork created by elementary…...
Religious scholar to discuss new book
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (363+ words) Dr. Bart Ehrman will discuss his newest book, "Love Thy Stranger: How the Teachings of Jesus Transformed the Moral Conscience of the West" at a ticketed event at 7 p. m. Wednesday, April 8 in the Feichter Studio at Haywood Arts Repertory Theatre in…...