News

Jake Browning

reporter@thefranklinpress.com

In a close and controversial vote, the Macon County Board of Commissioners decided to purchase property in Nantahala as a possible location for a new library.

After a year of shutdowns, job losses, and economic contraction, Macon County’s economy seems to be recovering. 

One in 10 children ages 19 and under will be seen in an emergency department for a non-fatal unintentional injury this year, according to Safe Kids Worldwide.

The Nikwasi Initiative hosted members of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indian Tribal Council for a visit to the Nikwasi Mound on Monday morning.

North Carolina’s 30th Judicial District could be split in half by a new bill in the state House of Representatives and many regional leaders believe it would be for the best.

Franklin town manager Summer Woodard will be leaving her position this summer to take the position as city manager for Reidsville, North Carolina.

By Ryan Hanchett

editor@highlandsnews.com

If you’re hungry or homeless or both in Macon County, you can now find help under one roof. Beginning this week CareNet is now housing the Macon New Beginnings program. 

Franklin’s Town Council brought up a lot of concerns during their strategic planning meeting and the board members are determined to do something about them.