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Candidates try to boost female political participation at NC Women’s Conference
When state Rep. Gloristine Brown took office in 2023, she was part of the largest group of female legislators in state history. When the session began, women held 29% of all seats in the state legislature.
Introducing the 2028 Class of Textile Pioneer Scholars
In the quiet corners of North Carolina, big ambitions are blossoming. Four exceptional incoming NC State students have been named recipients of the Textile Pioneer Scholarship Program at the Wilson College of Textiles, embodying how support from generous donors can turn big dreams into reality. The newest Textile Pioneer Scholars...
Work to be done: Students with disabilities speak out for accessibility on campus
Accessibility on university campuses is necessary to foster an inclusive and equitable community for students with disabilities. Though WCU promotes an environment of diversity and inclusivity, there are still shortcomings in the university’s accessibility isolating disabled students. Of the 766 students registered with WCU’s Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR)...
Lake Toxaway Country Club expands amenities as it unveils an all-new Golf Academy and “The Nest”, an exciting climbing experience
Lake Toxaway, North Carolina (August 27, 2024) – Lake Toxaway Country Club, a premier private club located in the mountains of western North Carolina, recently unveiled two new member amenities – a stand-alone Golf Academy (in addition to their Tom Fazio Learning Center) and The Nest. The two new amenities enhance an already stellar club member experience that includes a Kris Spence-designed 18-hole golf course, a state-of-the-art 5,300-sq. ft. fitness facility, two championship croquet lawns, an award-winning outdoor pool, four separate dining experiences, and a racquet facility featuring five Har Tru fast-dry tennis courts, three dedicated pickleball courts and a full-service pro shop.
Want to learn contra dancing?
There will be a contra dance class offered from 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Macon County Public Library in Franklin. Contra dance is considered the most accessible and sociable of all dances, with participants moving in two long facing lines or in groups, and with frequent partner changes. With its roots in the British Isles and France, contra dance has become a traditional American dance form.
Baseball Head Coach Alan Beck Receives Two-Year Extension
Cullowhee, N.C. – Two seasons into his initial five-year contract, Western Carolina University and head baseball coach Alan Beck have agreed to a two-year contract extension, Director of Athletics Alex Gary has officially announced. A Catamount baseball alum and a two-time WCU graduate, the new arrangement locks Beck in through the 2028-29 academic year.
Local scout troop getting back on its feet
Scout Troop 318 of Waynesville, a troop with over 60 years of history, will be making a fresh start after being shut down by COVID. In addition to two former Waynesville mayors among its alumni, it produced hundreds of Eagle Scouts over its more than 60 years history. Now members...
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