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WNC -- December 2023: Western Carolina University Blog By Bill Studenc

Raleigh -- Press Release December 18, 2023: North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's Office

WNC -- A cultural renaissance is taking place, breathing new life into the rich tapestry of Appalachian heritage.

North Carolina -- Press Release: December 11, 2023: The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has been awarded approximately $7.9 million from the U.S. Department of Education to improve math education in rural schools as part of the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) grant program.

As the festive season approaches, the pressure to find the perfect Christmas gift intensifies.

As the winter chill sets in, pet owners must take extra precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of their furry friends. Here are essential tips to keep your pets safe during the colder months.

Researchers conducted a series of studies and discovered that traditional thinkers—those with low levels of openness to novel concepts and experiences—generated more original ideas than peers when they engaged in "emotional reappraisal."

Raleigh -- Press Release November 29, 2023: North Carolina Governor Roy Coopers Office 

Manna Food Bankd: Please share our mobile market calendar, Food Finder, and Helpline info with anyone you know who might need help with groceries!

Yancey County -- December 3, 2023: Yancey County Sheriff's Office Hosts Senior Luncheon to Address Financial Fraud and Scams

Asheville -- Asheville Parks & Recreation November 29, 2023: Do you know sophomores and juniors in high school interested in career exploration, leadership development, and gaining 21st-century job skills to prepare them for their future?

Asheville -- November 28, 2023: Did you know the City of Asheville has a goal to reduce landfill waste by 50% by 2035?
Please join us in being part of the solution!

Time to shop!

North Carolina -- NC Resources Commission: November 19, 2023:  Biologists with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission
say there’s an annual peak of reported coyote sightings this time of year, typically from people who are concerned about
the dangers resident coyotes could pose.

Asheville -- November 19, 2023: The Asheville Police Department (APD) has recently come under scrutiny for its use of drones in targeting and arresting homeless individuals as part of its "Special Operations" unit.