The Greening Up the Mountains festival is well known for bringing together the Western North Carolina community in support of local arts and appreciation for the land we live on. It is more important than ever to recognize the beauty and importance of our portion of North Carolina as the […]
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Sylva’s first Pride parade inspires inclusivity and diversity
A sea of rainbow-colored flags filled Main Street, Sylva, for the first time ever on Saturday, Sept. 4. Sylva held its first Pride parade event to celebrate the uniqueness and diversity of the town’s citizens. The event included live performances from a local band, vendors, and a food truck, as […]
Over 20% of children in Jackson County are food insecure
Food insecurity is a much larger problem than most people realize. It is more than simply having to budget at the grocery store or rationing food portions at home. People who are food insecure are unable to consistently access fresh and affordable food. Many factors such as the distance to […]