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Swain Clean in search of volunteers to keep county litter-free

Firefighters gain rare live-burn training

250th Anniversary Celebration

Rotary Club donation boosts literacy efforts at Mountain Discovery

Thomas focused on continuity, infrastructure as new town manager

Flag Day tournament rallies around veteran in need; coinciding with 84th birthday

Appalachian Warrior Tribe’s Flag Day Tournament becomes rallying point for local veteran

Town advances major water, sidewalk and downtown improvement projects

Friends bookstore relocated as library expansions moves forward

Swain County High School celebrates 126 graduates at Class of 2026 commencement

Tommy Dills brings nearly 30 years of service to Swain County manager role

Eyeing redemption against Summit Charter

Strike a pose

STANDING OVATION

Community mourns loss of Rep. Mike Clampitt

4-H offers hands-on March programs

Lightning-sparked fires damage four homes

Cat Sanctuary gives felines a second chance at life 

3 Swain students advance to state History Day contest

Sutton to lead Swain County Schools

Lady Devils defeat Hayesville, 7-2

Devils edge Murphy 2-1

Welcome to the hive

Rec center joins Alliance, expands youth programs

P.A.W.S. launches ‘Trailblazers’ group

CURTAIN CALL

Track standout Annie Lewis signs with Georgia Tech amid dominant indoor season

Deep Creek fire contained, chief reiterates need for 24/7 service

AWAKE Children’s Advocacy Center opens

Clampitt prevails, Swain voters decide local races

Sheriff’s office conducts drug awareness classes

Teacher suspended amid abuse investigation

Calling volunteers to 288 Boat Ramp

Sheriff’s office launches mobile app to boost transparency, public safety

Building character through boxing

Easter Eggstravaganza 2026

Swain Co. Band students earn All-District Honors; busy spring ahead

Bryson City improvements

LIFE ON THE FARM

Election 2026: Three seek House District 119 seat