by admin | Dec 2, 2020 | General Announcements
CULLOWHEE – In response to concerns about the surge of COVID-19 cases across North Carolina and the U.S. and in consultation with the Jackson County Department of Public Heath, Western Carolina University is canceling the modified in-person commencement ceremonies...
by admin | Nov 18, 2020 | General Announcements
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – The Cherokee National History Museum is sharing the story of the first Cherokee Christmas in a new exhibit at the Cherokee National History Museum now through Jan. 2, 2021. The first Cherokee Christmas took place in 1805 when Moravian...
by admin | Nov 4, 2020 | General Announcements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian-Piedmont-Coastal Zone fire management staff plan to burn approximately 689 acres of fields in Cades Cove. Weather permitting, burn operations will occur between Saturday, Nov. 7 and Wednesday, Nov. 25....
by admin | Nov 4, 2020 | General Announcements
CULLOWHEE – November is Native American Heritage Month and events adhering to pandemic protocols have been scheduled for Western Carolina University. Many of the events will be held virtually, with the recognition intended to provide a platform for native...
by admin | Oct 29, 2020 | General Announcements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced on Thursday, Oct. 29 that the Federal Highway Administration awarded two construction contracts to replace seven bridges and repair seven others across the Park. The work will continue through Jan. 19,...
by admin | Oct 21, 2020 | General Announcements
CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University is planning a four-day series of ceremonies to honor graduates who were scheduled to participate in spring commencement events postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, students who completed degree requirements during...
