Several people were injured Tuesday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus in Jackson County. According to Jackson County Emergency Management, no one on the school bus was hurt. Of ...

Local first responders and community agencies across Jackson County are teaming up with the American Red Cross this week for the “Battle of the Badges” community blood drive competition, an event desi ...

Temporary lane closures are scheduled along the Spur in Great Smoky Mountains National Park beginning Monday, May 11. Park officials say crews will be conducting essential maintenance, including mowin ...

The NCDOT 107, R5600 project team met on April 30, 2026 with local government and other key stakeholders last week to discuss the status of the road project. Utility setback work is currently in proce ...

With the 2026 hurricane season quickly approaching, June 1 through November 30, Jackson County Emergency Management officials encourage residents to take action during Hurricane Preparedness Week (May ...

Harris Regional Hospital has received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national organization focused on patient safety. The spring 2026 grade marks the hospital’s s ...

Jackson County deputies say a routine traffic stop led to a significant drug bust along U.S. 441 near Ridge Point. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the stop happened May 6th, when Sen ...

l-r) Betsy Norwood, Jackson County Economic Development; Tiffany Henry, director, Jackson County Economic Development; Victor Lofquist, Lofquist & Associates; Angie Winchester, clerk, Jackson Coun ...

Jackson County remains under severe drought conditions, and officials say some residents are still ignoring the statewide burn ban. Firefighters continue responding to reports of illegal burning, only ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is set to host its popular synchronous firefly viewing event at Elkmont, and the event is so popular, a lottery is held for vehicles to attend. According to an Apri ...