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Last Updated: May 03, 2026 04:24AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Jackson County Concerts on the Creek Nominated for National Award

May 03, 2026 04:24AM ● By WNC Business

Concerts on the Creek, a weekly summer event in Sylva produced by the Town of Sylva, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, has once again been nominated for the prestigious USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

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Center for Craft Receives $425K to Expand Access to Craft Archives

Apr 30, 2026 11:38AM ● By WNC Business

A two-year Mellon Foundation grant for the Center for Craft will allow the center to expand its craft archives and preserve craft histories for future generations.

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6 WNC Breweries Earn Medals at 2026 World Beer Cup

Apr 28, 2026 02:05PM ● By WNC Business

Six Western North Carolina breweries earned medals at the 2026 World Beer Cup awards ceremony.

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Lynette Oliver Named Recipient of 2026 Henderson County ATHENA Award

Apr 28, 2026 01:56PM ● By WNC Business

Lynette Oliver was named the recipient of the 2026 Henderson County ATHENA Award at the Business & Professional Women's Luncheon held by Empower Her.

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McDowell Tech Names Penny Lonon 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient

Apr 27, 2026 09:42AM ● By WNC Business

McDowell Technical Community College has named Penny Lonon as the recipient of the 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award, one of the college’s highest honors, recognizing outstanding full-time faculty.

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Blue Ridge Students Receive High Marks at SkillsUSA State Competition, Three First Place Wins

Apr 26, 2026 06:05PM ● By WNC Business

Four Blue Ridge Community College students achieved high marks at the SkillsUSA State Competition, including first place in three events.

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Caldwell County Economic Development Celebrates Industry at Banquet

Apr 26, 2026 06:02PM ● By WNC Business

At this year’s Industry Appreciation Banquet, Caldwell County Economic Development celebrated local leaders, businesses, and partners were recognized for their contributions to economic growth, community advancement, and workforce development.

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Soulshine Carolina Awarded $3,000 Grant to Scale Wholesale Growth and Expand Giftable Product Line

Apr 20, 2026 03:37PM ● By WNC Business

Cocktail infusion brand Soulshine Carolina has been awarded a $3,000 grant to scale its wholesale growth and expand its giftable product line.

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Blue Ridge Community College Instructor Tonya Stephens Receives Statewide Excellence in Teaching Award

Apr 17, 2026 01:50PM ● By WNC Business

Tonya Stephens, a faculty member at Blue Ridge Community College, received the 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award from the North Carolina Community College System.

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Yancey Chamber Recognizes Community Award Winners

Apr 16, 2026 12:37PM ● By WNC Business

Yancey County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its Starry Night Gala at Burnsville Town Center, where it honored several people and organizations making a meaningful impact across Yancey County.

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