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Serving The Citizens of Western North Carolina Since 1995 Regardless of language, culture, or background, a smile is universally understood as a symbol of warmth, happiness, and goodwill. It has the ability to transcend barriers and ignite a chain reaction of positivity. Smiles have the ability to brighten ...
As summer temps rise and the heat gets worse, there's nothing better than a homemade snow cone to cool you off. Skipping the store-bought ones and making your own snow cones will take you on a tasty and creative adventure. In this blog post, we'll ta...
Going to the grocery store is a dredded chore for so many people! What if the grocery cart you push just might save your life? It could be a trip to the grocery store that saves your life. Grocery carts are being used to diagnose atrial fibrillation,...
The Sylva Beer Trail is a great place for beer lovers and travelers alike. This self-guided tour takes you through the beautiful scenery of Western North Carolina to find and taste the best craft beers in the area. Join us as we go on a tasty trip to...
On January 12, 2023, the world was shocked by the untimely passing of Lisa Marie Presley, the renowned singer, songwriter, and heir of the legendary Elvis Presley. At the age of 54, Lisa's death was attributed to the effects of a small bowel obstruct...
Tony Bennett, the renowned and beloved singer, passed away today at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate with generations to come. Born and raised in New York, his hometown, Bennett's musical journey was nothing shor...
Western North Carolina has been known for a long time as a beautiful and attractive place to live because of its beautiful landscapes, vibrant culture, and friendly towns. Behind this picture-perfect front, however, a growing rental problem has ...
ELIZABETH CADY STANTON - 1815 - 1902
What's The Word? Saturday, October 23, 2021What's The Word Today Hint:What's Cooking? What's the word? Today, it's all about cooking! Hey, even if you're not a cook, new words are fun to learn! Expand your vocabulary ...... want to impress...
Summer's over, yes, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun!Cold weather, shorter days, longer nights, it's easy to become a coach potato!How about a recipe book?Ideas:Favorite RecipesFamily RecipesHoliday RecipesBBQ RecipesWhatever you choose,...
Today's word is Appple-Knockers Will Rogers lamented what the " Oregon apple knockers " had done to his " city slickers " in a column after the game. by Will Rogers So, "What's the Word" is all about odd words. Most likely words not used very o...
September 29, 2021 Dollar Tree Press Release "Based on positive customer reaction and the success of its new Combo and Dollar Tree Plus store formats, the Company plans to begin adding new price points above $1 across all Dollar Tree Plus stores and ...
Sunday September 19, 2021 What's The Word? It was created to learn new words...why? Why not? Keep learning. Besides, it could help expand your vocabulary or at least maybe just give you extra points in Scrabble! "His thinking has ossified as he's gro...
Welcome to my garden, where bad jokes grown like weeds! Don't you hate it when someone answers their own questions? I do. I used to think I was indecisive. But now I'm not so sure. Always borrow money from a pessimist. They'll never expect it b...
So, what's the word? Obviously if you're reading this, you're online. This is one word that I have to say, I never heard of, but now, I most likely won't forget it! That's what's fun about doing "What's the Word?" I learn new words, some are st...
Elder abuse is something that is not really acknowledged, with the exception of an eye opening occassional report. But then, just as so many elderly people are placed in "warehouses" we call nursing homes, the subject in shelved away, too. ...
What's the Word? Who doesn't like to baffle people with using a word that they have never heard of, right? Besides, it's fun to have words for games like scrabble! Be sure if you learn the word, that you rember the definition! So, let's look at...
Ah, Aging .... some may disagree, but I think it beats the alternative! Family and friends gone long before they even had a chance to see wrinkles or gray hair! Our society focuses on youth and material things, two things that don't last! Many younge...
Another Monday, another week begins! Another day starts ... I thought it would be fun to focus on children. What better way to do that than to share quotes by Captain Kangaroo? Now, I'm showing my age! I grew up watching Captain Kangaroo (Bob K...
The holidays are, for many, a season of laughing, lights, and delight. For others, though, this season offers a complex range of feelings. Maybe you are financially overburdened, lonely, or even...
When Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina, it left a profound impact on the region, bringing destructive floods, landslides, and wind damage that upended lives and devastated landscape...
A stroke of remarkable luck, Jerry Hicks of Banner Elk, North Carolina, discovered a $20 bill lying in a convenience store parking lot. That small find transformed into a life-changing fortune when he...
On September 11, 2001, the world watched in shock as one of the most tragic events in modern history unfolded. In a matter of hours, the skyline of New York City was forever changed, and with it, the ...
Have you ever wondered how a high-sugar diet, which spells trouble for humans, could be the key to survival for another species? Bats, the nocturnal creatures that often capture our imagination with t...
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