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Jackson selects new school architect

Jackson County Commissioners selected Knoxville-based Cope Architecture to replace Pinnacle Architecture to lead the Smoky Mountain Middle School construction and Blue Ridge School renovation projects at their regularly scheduled Nov. 3 election-night meeting. Soon, Republicans Mark Letson, Todd Bryson, and John Smith will end their tenure on the board, as...

Jackson County, NC · 2d
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Jackson Democrats flip county commission

When Jackson County Democrats reached out to Marcia Almond encouraging her to run for county commission chair, she considered what motivates her and what could motivate voters. The national climate weighed on her mind — the high cost of living, the war in Iran, and the excesses of the Trump...

Jackson County, NC · 1d
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New rain and snow timing

Tennessee · 1d

rewindasheville.com

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Snow in WNC: School closing, mountain snowfall expected

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Snow showers were showing up on radar across the mountains early Friday, with some of the highest peaks along the Tennessee border potentially picking up several inches before the weekend is over. And while most of the accumulation is expected to stay in the higher...

Asheville, NC · 4h
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America’s No. 1 Fine-Dining Restaurant Is Hiding In A Tiny North Carolina Mountain Town

A lasagna with more than twenty layers of house-made pasta gets finished with vodka sauce right at your table. It often sells out every night. I can’t imagine leaving that off my order. That lasagna lives in a restaurant Tripadvisor just named the top fine-dining spot in the entire...

Highlands, NC · 4d

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Qualla debt conversion agreement approved, board members reinstated

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Council passed two notable resolutions on Nov. 5 regarding its relationship with Qualla Enterprises LLC, the tribe’s cannabis venture. Resolution 293 conditionally reinstated three of four Qualla Enterprises, LLC board members — Albert Rose, Morgan Owle-Crisp, and Tagan Crowe — for 60 days, after which their performance will be evaluated for signs of “measurable improvement.” The final member, Jacob Reed, submitted his resignation on Sept. 6. The resolution also states that failure to demonstrate such improvement “shall be grounds for permanent removal from the board.” Councilmember Shannon Swimmer (Painttown) added a payment freeze during temporary reinstatement to the document.

Cherokee, NC · 2d

Country Herald

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Tennessee Snow Winter Advisory Tonight: Up to 4 Inches by Saturday Nov 14

Up to 4 inches of snow and 35 mph winds could make Smoky Mountain highways slippery through Saturday.

Tennessee · 1d

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This North Carolina Country Market Sells Amish Goods In Bulk Like A Costco Without The Membership Card

Somewhere along a winding mountain road in Haywood County, there is a small country store that people plan whole weekends around. Shoppers leave with canning tomatoes by the box, dried beans by the bag, and a bakery haul they swear they will share. No card is checked at the door,...

Haywood County, NC · 2d

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Catamounts Drain NCAA DI Record 3-pointers in Home-Opening Win

Cullowhee, N.C. – Eight Catamounts scored in double figures, and Western Carolina drained an NCAA single-game record 29 3-pointers on Wednesday night, cruising to a 136-68 victory over Virginia University of Lynchburg in the 2026-27 home opener on Ingles Court at the Ramsey Center. Junior Travelle Bryson led WCU...

Cullowhee, NC · 1d

Smoky Mountain Times

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Swain County voters elect new commission chair

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Swain County, NC · 1d

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From hobby to business: Robbinsville artist chases his dream

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — What started as a way for Andrew Chase Burchfield to relax and work through difficult emotions has grown into a small business built around something he loves: rocks. Burchfield, who lives in Robbinsville, makes necklaces, bracelets and earrings from gemstones and crystals, polishing stones and...

Robbinsville, NC · 1d

The Clayton Tribune

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Former Rabun, current Metter head football coach Shaw retires

Metter High School head football coach Lee Shaw, a Rabun County High School alumnus and Athletic Hall of Fame member, is retiring, he announced on Monday. The news was first reported by Fired Coaches of Georgia on X (formerly known as Twitter) and later the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC). According to...

Rabun County, GA · 1d

FOX Carolina

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Swain County officials warn of visible flames, smoke during controlled burn

SWAIN COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Swain County Emergency Management announced a controlled burn on Tuesday morning. Officials said that during the controlled burn-off at Thompson Gas on Main Street, residents and motorists may notice flames, smoke, or other visible activity. Controlled burn-offs are an important part of maintaining safe...

Swain County, NC · 3d

The Rogersville Review

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Sports briefs: Falcons win Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Award

JOHNSON CITY — Volunteer High School football received the Class 3A-4A Ralph Stout Memorial Sportsmanship Award as voted on by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. The award was presented during the organization’s annual banquet held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Doubletree Hotel in Johnson City. “This is a great achievement and honor for our coaching staff, players, school and community,” athletic director Kevin Porter said in a social media post announcing the award. “It is especially meaningful on Veterans Day as Coach (Jeremy) Wagner is a veteran of our Armed Forces.” The Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Awards, named for the longtime official, are presented annually by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. Happy Valley received the Class 1A-2A award and West Ridge the 5A-6A award. North Greene received the overall sportsmanship award, presented by the National Football Foundation (Mountain Empire Chapter). Cherokee draws Concord in Classic opener BRISTOL — Cherokee High School will kick off its sixth appearance in The Classic at Tennessee High in the 43rd annual event’s very first game. Cherokee will face Concord Academy in Session 1, Game 1 at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 26, following the annual draw held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Toyota of

Johnson City, TN · 23h

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Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Nov. 13-15

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As Western North Carolina moves into the middle of November, local traditions and community gatherings are beginning to take on a holiday feel. This weekend, Asheville’s River Arts District will welcome visitors for RADfest, bringing attention to the artists and businesses that continue to rebuild...

Asheville, NC · 1d

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We Found 10 North Carolina Breakfast Spots That Make A Cold Morning Feel Special

One North Carolina diner on my list never locks its doors, not even at 3 AM. It serves scratch comfort food around the clock in a space styled like an old railroad car. Then I learned another spot hands out free coffee while you wait for a table. Free coffee for waiting?

Asheville, NC · 2d

Smoky Mountain News

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Haywood Waterways hosts ‘Plantsgiving’ in Waynesville

Haywood Waterways is looking for volunteers interested in a planting opportunity at Vance Street Park in Waynesville. The planting will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14. Immediately following the event, participants can head to Frog Level Brewing for post planting food and drinks to commemorate the inaugural Plantsgiving event.

Waynesville, NC · 1d

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Eagles advance in soccer playoffs with ‘next man up’ mentality

DENVER – Watching Lincoln Charter handle its business in a 3-0 defeat of Brevard in the third round of the 4A soccer state playoffs on Nov. 9, adversity isn’t the word that would come to mind for most. For the casual observer, it would likely come as a shock to find out the Eagles delivered such a performance without the team’s leader in goals and assists.

Denver, NC · 23h

Smoky Mountain News

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New Clyde VFW post aims to change the culture

When those who deploy to foreign countries wearing a uniform of the United States military return home, it can be hard to feel a sense of purpose in the civilian world. For decades, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and American Legion have filled that void. But as times have changed, many younger veterans seek something different than what seems to many as a good ol’ boys club where older men get together to share drinks and stories of their time in service.

Haywood County, NC · 2d

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Women's Basketball Battles UNC Asheville to Open Road Season

Cullowhee, N.C. – Riding a season-opening three-game win streak, Western Carolina women's basketball hits the road for the first time this season on Thursday with the short trek to face mountain rival UNC Asheville on Thursday (Nov. 12). Tip-off from Asheville's on-campus Kimmel Arena is at 6:30 p.m. The...

Asheville, NC · 1d