Superintendent Cassius Cash (from left) and Coach Bob Marr at the new parking area at Deep Creek, will open over Memorial Day weekend.
Commissioners are considering the need for more firefighters in the county. Pictured, Bryson City and other local departments responded to a house fire earlier their year.
First Lady Kristin Cooper enjoys the Swain County Heritage Museum during her Thursday, May 18 visit.
Glassblower apprentice Rachel Raming at the Green Energy Park works with one of the ultra-hot furnaces – which are powered by the nearby landfill.
Two people fishing from the shore at the Wilderness Marina on Greasy Branch discovered the body floating in the lake.
The 8-piece Chicago tribute band Chi-Town Transit Authority, will perform at Swain County Arts Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 26 and Saturday, May 27. Tickets are only $15 and are available online at swainartscenter.com or at the door.
The Swain County High School Lady Devils varsity soccer team recognized May as Mental Health Month during their home game on Monday, May 8. Before the game, they gathered in a circle and prayed together to raise awareness for mental health issues.
Dustin Dyer is pictured with a toy tractor, sailing ship and two doll houses that he has constructed out of paper lunch bags and other limited materials available to him at the jail.