Jackson County holiday events
November 30, 2023
By Kristin Fox This weekend, Jackson County will kick off the holiday season with two Christmas parades – the Sylva Christmas Parade and the Cashiers...
Fire restrictions begin on Nantahala, Pisgah National Forests
November 8, 2023
Asheville, NC, November 8, 2023 — The Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests are now restricting campfires to ensure public health and safety and to...
Collett Ridge Fire grows to nearly 3,000 acres with 0% contained
November 7, 2023
Size: 2,919 acres Containment: 0% Start Date: 10/23/2023 Point of Origin: Collett Ridge (4 miles south of Andrews, NC) Total Personnel: 112 Resources: Two 20-person...
Town of Highlands issues water restrictions due to shortage
November 3, 2023
Due to the prolonged drought conditions and the lack of measurable rainfall in the extended forecast, effective November 3, 2023, the Town of Highlands has...
Franklin’s Annual Christmas Parade to be held Thanksgiving Weekend
October 30, 2023
Here comes Santa! The Franklin Chamber of Commerce announces plans are underway for this year’s Annual Christmas Parade which will officially ring in the holiday...

WNC child care provider abruptly shuts down seven centers

By The Southern Scoop on October 20, 2023

More than 300 families in WNC were given limited notice today that by the end of the month, they will no longer have childcare.

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