Macon County Commissioner John Shearl took to his personal Facebook page to seek input regarding whether or not a new Franklin High School Facility should…
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During the November session of the Macon County Board of Commissioners, Macon County commissioners approved proposed amendments to the “interlocal agreement” with the Fontana Regional…
Just before midnight on Tuesday, after lengthy debates and split votes on several agenda topics, Macon County Commissioner John Shearl introduced a resolution calling for…
Amidst a multitude of divisive, partisan issues on the agenda, ranging from revising the county’s agreement with the Fontana Regional Library system to commissioners seeking…
The last two bills of 2023 were signed by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper last week. Senate Bill 409 will help firefighters get more insurance…
Asheville, NC, November 8, 2023 — The Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests are now restricting campfires to ensure public health and safety and to…
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…
By Kristin Fox The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, North Carolina’s highest honor, was awarded posthumously to Charles Jerry Sutton on Friday, November 3…
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…