Recently, The Western Carolinian experienced several changes in staff, including seeing the return of the News Editor position, acquiring an intern and hiring a new distributor. It has also seen the loss of two beloved writers. In order to maintain stability with the newspaper with the approaching graduation of Editor-in-Chief […]
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Save the Lilies: Bulb sale promotes plant
The Valley of the Lilies is returning as the Cullowhee Lily Bulb Sale is kicked off once again to re-establish the Cullowhee lily back on campus and around the region. The Cullowhee Lily Bulb sale is an effort between the Cullowhee Lily Initiative and CLI Community Partnership, sponsored by the […]
Taste Buds: Dillsboro Chocolate Factory
Located in the heart of Dillsboro, the Dillsboro Chocolate Factory is sure to have something to tickle your sweet tooth. Started in 1999, the factory was originally located across the street from its current location, which it moved to in 2004. After two previous owners, Tonya and Bob Williams and […]
Apple Harvest Festival celebrates apples, amazing food
On the colorful fall day of Oct. 19, the town of Waynesville held the Apple Harvest Festival. According to www.haywoodapplefest.com, this year marked the 25th anniversary of the Apple Harvest Festival. While celebrating this delicious fruit, the festival also exhibited the many talents of the local crafters, as well as […]
Catamounts clinch a berth in SoCon Women’s Soccer, beat App State
Fans packed the Catamount Athletic Complex dressed in their best Halloween costumes on Oct. 30 to cheer on the Western Carolina University Catamounts against the Appalachian State Mountaineers in their final home game of the season. The fans were passionate the entire game providing a big boost each time the […]
Police Blotter: Incidents from Oct. 9 – Oct. 23
• October 9: Vandalism and burglary, Scott Hall – A male student reported when he returned to his room that there were personal items broken and several small things missing. • October 10: Public service, Scott Hall – Officers were alerted of a bear in the tree next […]
Finally! Catamounts defeat Elon on Homecoming Day
The Western Carolina University Catamounts defeated the Elon Phoenixes 27-24 on Saturday afternoon. The crisp, fall air made WCU’s Homecoming Day a perfect day for football. The excitement of the game was capped off with a 39-yard field goal by kicker Richard Sigmon in overtime, followed by a storming of […]
Our Take: WCU – math(+ conference) = ??
On Thursday, Sept. 19, a conference, titled “Mathematics and the WNC Workforce: Voice of Business Leaders,” focused on how vital mathematical skills are to the job force, according to WCU News Service. Western Carolina University was involved in this conference with Chancellor David Belcher speaking to the group as one […]
Taste Buds: Rolling Stone Burrito
In May of 2008, a new restaurant opened its doors to the Cullowhee community, an eatery called Rolling Stone Burrito. Described as a, “leap of faith” by owner Suzanne Stone, the restaurant has been a huge success with the community. Stone, along with her husband and Western Carolina University professor […]
New distinguished professor brings energy, enthusiasm
Western Carolina University a new catamount. WCU has welcomed Joseph P. Lakatos as the Wesley R. Elingburg Distinguished Professor of Business Innovation and as the director of Western Carolina’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. A native of Queens, N.Y., Lakatos comes to WCU with a full appreciation of all that […]
