The “Harriet Tubman- Journey to Freedom” traveling sculpture began its stop in Sylva with its dedication ceremony held on Sept. 26. The statue, which is 9 feet tall and weighs over 240 pounds, is now located in Bridge Park in downtown Sylva and will remain there until Dec. 20 when […]
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Local festival encourages environmental preservation
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 […]
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 […]
Festival brings local artists and musicians to Sylva
Lovers of music and art will now feel right at home in downtown Sylva. The Jackson Arts Market, commonly known as JAM, brings in up to 50 local artist vendors and two local musicians every weekend. Joshua Aaron Murch, the curator of JAM, feels that this festival brings life back […]