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On the Cover: Interactions between humans and elk have turned deadly for the elk as park rangers recently euthanized the animal pictured on the cover. It had become so accustomed to getting handouts from humans that it was deemed dangerous. (Page 6) Cover image: Vince M. Camiolo / RunVMC.com and YouTube.
News Haywood public shows overwhelming support for hospital sale . . . . . . . . 8-9 State reverses initial decision, gives North Shore payment to Swain . . . . . 11 Educators say state is shortchanging public schools, teachers . . . . . . . . . 12 Waynesville discusses proposal for Haywood, N. Main St. intersection . . 13 Haywood move would bring EDC, chamber under one roof . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Candidates lining up for run for DA job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Fire tax issue opens fairness debate in Jackson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Doing the two-step in Swain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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