Public School Library Book Choice: What Are Parents’ Choices?

In a recently published letter, local Rev. Ronald Gates sheds light on a growing concern surrounding explicit and potentially inappropriate material in our schools. Reverend Gates articulately outlines the alarming issues of desensitization and grooming of children through sexual content, accompanied by accusations of complicity in sexually predatory behavior. Highlighting examples from elementary, middle and […]

College Announces Passing of Dr. Billy Greer, 8th President of Brevard College

Dr. William “Billy” Thomas Greer, Jr., 8th president of Brevard College, died this week. He was president from 1985 until 1992. Dr. Greer is remembered for his many contributions to Brevard College. Among them: launching the capital campaign for the Paul Porter Center for Performing Arts and obtaining the first $1 million gift for the […]

Five NBNS FFA Students Achieve American Degree

Recently, five students from North Buncombe High School enrolled in the FFA program achieved a remarkable milestone by being awarded their American Degrees at the National FFA Convention.

New Roles For Buncombe School Staff

Buncombe County Schools announces significant changes to its administrative team aimed at enhancing educational excellence and student support.

Bobby Wilkins Concludes 22-Year Run as HHS Principal

Bobby Wilkins is retiring as the dean of Henderson County Public Schools high school principals.

Honoring HCPS Teachers of the Year

Henderson County Public Schools honored its 2023 teachers of the year.

North Henderson High School Teacher Named District’s Teacher of the Year

North Henderson High School’s Dylan King has been awarded the prestigious title of Teacher of the Year for the district. The announcement was made at an award luncheon on Thursday, May 11th, sponsored by AdventHealth and Boyd Chevrolet. With 19 years of experience at Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS), King teaches science to 10th through […]

Erwin Warriors Receive Awards And Honors

The ceremony proceeded with great enthusiasm as more than 40 awards were presented to the deserving seniors.

WNC Dance Academy Gains Top Honors and Professional Teachers

A WNC Dance Academy's dancers win top awards with amazing performances, but the academy will now shift it's focus away from competitions, and into creating a repertory company, with new professional dancers and choreographers as teachers.

Graduating Senior Falcons Make a Splash

West Henderson High School seniors are grateful that the school has resumed its ritual of sliding down a steep hill, capping off their picnic and field day with what they say is a bonding experience with classmates.