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Haywood Community College and NCWorks Co-host Manufacturing Day

Sep 18, 2025 10:21AM ● By Emma Castleberry

This nationally recognized day encourages companies and educational institutions nationwide to open their doors to students, parents, and community leaders to build excitement about manufacturing careers to help communities and future generations thrive.

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Mars Hill University President Tony Floyd to Retire in May 2026

Sep 16, 2025 03:26PM ● By WNC Business

Since joining Mars Hill University as its 22nd president in 2018, Floyd has guided the institution through a period of significant growth.

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Haywood Community College Celebrates 60 Years

Sep 05, 2025 12:48PM ● By WNC Business

To acknowledge this milestone, HCC will host a special event and conduct various recognitions throughout the year.

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Open Hearts Art Center Celebrates 20 Years of Creativity and Entrepreneurial Support in WNC

Aug 19, 2025 05:18PM ● By Emma Castleberry

Open Hearts has evolved from a small grassroots initiative into a thriving center that fosters not only creativity but also entrepreneurship through its Supported Employment (SE) program, which Tara Brummett, Clinical Supervisor, spearheaded in 2016.

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Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented Celebrates Grand Opening

Aug 13, 2025 06:00AM ● By WNC Business

The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, August 8, at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the grand opening of Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented.

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Community Colleges of Appalachia Signs Transfer Agreement with WGU

Aug 11, 2025 08:47AM ● By WNC Business

The new agreement paves the way for seamless credit transfer and access to scholarships.

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Haywood Builders Establishes Scholarships for Haywood Community College Students

Aug 07, 2025 08:34AM ● By WNC Business

The Haywood Community College Foundation has announced newly established Haywood Builders scholarships to support Truck Driving and Construction program students.

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Balancing Teaching and Craft: Maker-Educators at Haywood Community College

Aug 02, 2025 08:10AM ● By Emma Castleberry

For artists Ilene Kay and Christina Bendo, their roles as educators are deeply intertwined with their work as practicing makers.

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Blue Ridge Community College Awarded $500K Gable Grant from Lowe’s Foundation

Jul 23, 2025 09:38AM ● By WNC Business

The grant will be used to build out hands-on skilled trades training.

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Dr. Dolly Horton Named New Vice President for Instruction at Blue Ridge Community College

Jul 16, 2025 11:18AM ● By WNC Business

In this senior leadership role, Dr. Horton will provide strategic oversight for curriculum and instruction, supporting the College’s mission to offer accessible, high-quality education and training to students across Western North Carolina.

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