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Sylva residents rally to protect voting rights, honor John Lewis's legacySYLVA, N.C. (WLOS) — With less than four months until the presidential election, a group of activists in Sylva are calling on Congress to protect their freedom to vote. On Wednesday, July 17, roughly a dozen people took part in an event that was part of a larger nationwide movement to honor the life and legacy of Rep. John Lewis, who died exactly four years ago.Sylva, NC2 days ago
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Sylva Herald
Blood pressure check station offered now at Jackson County Public LibraryJackson County Public Library patrons are now able to check out healthier hearts and brains through an expansion of the American Heart Association’s Libraries with Heart program.2 days ago
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Sylva Herald
Act of Kindness: Fire alarms, CO detectors installedLast week Jackson County Emergency Management members installed 28 smoke alarms and four CO alarms in six houses in the county. The American Red Cross donates the fire alarms, and the CO alarms are funded through the Great Smokies Health Foundation.2 days ago
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Sylva Herald
PROJECT CARE/FIRE ASSISTANT - permanent, full-time position with Jackson County Project Community Action to Reach the Elderly (CARE) and Project Fuel Intervention to Rural Elderly (FIRE).PROJECT CARE/FIRE ASSISTANT - permanent, full-time position with Jackson County Project Community Action to Reach the Elderly (CARE) and Project Fuel Intervention to Rural Elderly (FIRE). Will work with staff and volunteers; train volunteers in use of tools and equipment; coordinate and oversee volunteers on job sites. Assist in project completion of wheelchair ramps, handrails, new steps, repair ramps, install metal ramps and smoke alarms. Schedule firewood deliveries. High School diploma or equivalent. Two years of directly related building and carpentry experience required. Possess a valid NC Driver license, and obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications. Starting annual pay $29,498.95 + retirement and benefits. Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/JacksonCounty(NC) Closing Date: 07/23/2024. 20e.2 days ago
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Sylva Herald
Number of farmers market in town doubles2 days ago
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Sylva Herald
Ninety years back, researchers turned their eyes to JudacullaNinety years ago this month, Jackson County was buzzing with the news that the archaeological world was turning its eyes to the study of a longtime county celebrity, Judaculla Rock. The front page of the Ruralite reported a Boston University history professor, Robert Moody, had recently visited the rock. Moody...2 days ago
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Carolina Public PressWhat NC county elections directors say about their jobs and why they leftFormer elections directors in Jackson and Bladen counties discuss their very different experiences over the course of their careers.
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Sylva Herald
Sheriff’s Office arrestsThe following persons were arrested by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office between July 8 and 14.2 days ago
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Friday is deadline to buy HOF ticketsFriday is the deadline to buy tickets for the Jackson County Athletic Hall of Fame’s annual banquet and induction ceremony.2 days ago
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Smoky Mountain Times
Libraries with Heart program Expands to Fontana Regional LibraryThe American Heart Association launches initiative in additional counties to support better blood pressure control in Western North Carolina. Fontana Regional Library patrons are now able to check out healthier hearts and brains through an expansion of the American Heart Association’s Libraries with Heart program. In collaboration with local...3 days ago
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Now Hiring – Project ManagerThe Southwestern Commission is seeking a resourceful, community-minded candidate to fill the position of Project Manager. The Project Manager will assist local governments with various community and economic development-related projects, including housing, broadband, and outdoor recreation. Key responsibilities for this position include project development, grant writing, and grant administration. Ideal...4 days ago
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Access to free meals now available to students in all Jackson County schoolsJACKSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — When the new school year starts next month, free meals will now be available at all Jackson County schools. A government program covers some, but not all of them, so new local funding is bringing no-cost meals to schools district-wide, which will have a significant impact on families.8 days ago
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Sylva Herald
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Having qualified as Executor Cora Brown Parris of the Estate of Carl AdamsNOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Having qualified as Executor Cora Brown Parris of the Estate of Carl Adams of Jackson County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned at, 990 Moody Bridge Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723 before the 11th day of October, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 11th day of July 2024. Carl Brown Parris, Executor of the Estate of Carl Adams 19-22*Cullowhee, NC9 days ago
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Evans to present Brinkley bookAuthor Ronald C. Evans will present his new book “Brinkley: Goat Glands, Radio, and Country Music” at 6 p.m. Friday in the Community Room of the Jackson County Public Library.9 days ago
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Sylva Herald
Looking Back: This Week in Local History• State engineers announced that work on the new stretch of U.S. 23 from Dillsboro to Cowee Gap would lead to the road being closed to through traffic for two months. • The local branch of the Mead Corporation issued $45,000 in vacation pay for its 305 employees here. •...Sylva, NC9 days ago
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