New Haywood internet provider criticized for poor service in mountain communities

HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A Haywood internet, cable provider is being criticized for poor service in some mountain communities. Several Zito customers are complaining about long internet and cable outages, service and billing issues, and the closure of the Jonathan Creek office. Zito officials said staffing difficulties, like other businesses in the pandemic era, … Read more

Webster Park is getting a facelift

Webster Park is getting a facelift. Jackson County Commissioners approved funding for infrastructure upgrades earlier this month, which will include construction of a picnic shelter; upgrades to the softball field, and a pavilion and six picnic tables. This money must be used by June of 2024. The project comes with an estimated $105,000 pricetag. Additionally, … Read more

Sylva will have to find a new town leader

Sylva will have to find a new town leader. After more than 16 years of service to the Town of Sylva, Mayor Linda Sossamon has notified town staff of her resignation. Sossamon cited health reasons for stepping down. Her last day is Jan. 26. -0-

Macon County teacher who reportedly taped student to chair hcleared of wrongdoing

MACON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) – A Macon County teacher who reportedly taped an elementary student to a chair has been cleared of any wrongdoing. According to an update Tuesday [Jan. 24], the Macon County Sheriff’s Office said following an investigation of the incident at Iotla Valley Elementary School before the winter break, it was determined … Read more