Christmas time at Tom Sawyer Christmas Tree Farm and Elf Village

Story co-reported with Sara Stanley. Christmas time for many is a time for family, giving and making memories. At Tom Sawyer Christmas Tree Farm, the focus is on the experience of picking out a one-of-a-kind tree and enjoying the spirit of the holiday. The owner, Tom Sawyer, understands the gift of family memories, acknowledging that […]

Discovering Detroit

It was 4th of July weekend, and Detroit was calling my name. A small town girl from Roanoke Rapids, N.C., I was more than little excited when my boyfriend Zack invited me up to Michigan. We stayed the nights right outside Monroe, just 40 miles from Detroit. Fields of beans and corn surrounded us. I […]

WNC 17-year old wrestler is living the dream

When it comes to business, people claim “it’s a man’s world”, but for 17-year-old Devon James, he’s out to prove that there’s a place in business for everyone, including a teen. James is a junior at Smoky Mountain High School and is doing the unthinkable. He’s starting his own business, and not just any business. […]

The WCU Dancers bring holiday cheer to the Asheville Holiday Parade

The holiday season kicked off with the WCU Dancer’s participation in this year’s Asheville Holiday Parade.  The parade took the dancers through downtown and Pack Square on Nov. 17. Children of all ages, friends, families and even dogs turned out for the show. “I thought it was awesome,” said 5 year old Jennifer after she […]

Fill your ears with holiday spirit

  Dillsboro Lights and Luminaries festival is a month away and the preparation for it are in full swing. Susan Belcher, WCU first lady, was seen at the Sylva’s The Golden Carp singing in the holiday spirit while recording the video invitation to kick off opening night of the 29th anniversary of Dillsboro Lights and Luminaries. […]