Dec 29, 2024 · ANOTHER FAMILY BUSINESS BURNED — After the second fire to a family business in less than a week, Stompin’ Ground Owner Burt Edwards said he plans to rebuild the historic dance hall, we all as the Heart of the Valley Hotel, which caught fire last weekend.

Dec 22, 2024 · A group of volunteers from the North Carolina coast has organized and delivered a caravan of toys to distribute just before the Christmas season kicks off.

The Haywood County Arts Council will offer a free kids’ art activity during the Smoky Mountain Christmas celebration in downtown Waynesville Saturday, Dec. 14, from 6-9 p.m. Stop by the Haywood Handmade Gallery for a fun and festive art experience for …

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5 days ago · Many who lost their homes during Fred in 2021 were hit all over again by Helene in 2024. But Alex Robb of Cruso, who rebuilt his home 8 feet higher after Fred, escaped the Pigeon River’s wrath the second time around.

Dec 28, 2024 · Pat McKee was driving past the Stompin' Ground when he saw what appeared to be a man actively feeding the blaze by tossing something into the flames. McKee had the

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Oct 20, 2024 · MAGGIE VALLEY — While flooding ravaged Smoky Mountain Cremations and Funeral Service in downtown Clyde, the business will survive — in fact, it was already in the process of moving

Sep 27, 2024 · EVACUATIONS — Waynesville Police Sgt. Eric Dickey and Officer Isabelle Yarrington stand by a roadblock near Waynesville Middle School Friday morning, with Richland Creek overtopping the road visible in the background.

Dec 26, 2024 · LOCAL MEMORIAL —Canton native Fred Chappell died at the age of 87 in Greensboro. I n more than 50 years of writing and teaching, Chappell earned numerous literary awards for more than 30 published works.