Tag: under construction

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N.C. 107: The economic impact of the work

Originally published by The Sylva Herald.  America runs on Dunkin and Sylva lost the only one in town. Dunkin Donut s closed shop in November and more businesses will be closing permanently or moving to a new location soon. With all of this change, Sylva’s economy is expected to take […]

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N.C. 107: Pain, but eventual gain

Originally published by The Sylva Herald  Businesses along Highway 107 lay stark and empty as the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) prepares to widen the route between Cullowhee and Sylva. Graffiti coats the sides of once well-loved buildings and community staples as many businesses have closed or relocated to […]

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Names revealed for under-construction residence halls

One of the most popular characteristics of WCU is its proximity to several beautiful, adventure-filled mountain ranges, national parks, and roaring rivers.  Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, WCU has proudly won the title of “Top Adventure College” five times from the annual Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine […]