(Photo by the John C. Campbell Folk Schook): Dave Wright of 1-Trick Pony String Band rehearses in Festival Barn. Press Release BRASSTOWN, N.C. — The John C. Campbell Folk School will host a lively evening of country, old-time, and rockabilly music on Monday, June 1, as the 1-Trick Pony String Band takes the stage in the Festival Barn at 7 p.m. Known for blending two-stepping country, old-timey tonk, and rockabilly into a high-energy performance, the 1-Trick Pony String Band i

HAYESVILLE, N.C. — Motorists should prepare for a significant road closure in Clay County beginning next week. According to the Clay County Dispatch, Old Hwy 64 West will be closed daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. starting Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and continuing through Friday, June 5, 2026. The closure will affect the section of Old Hwy 64 West from 5834 Old Hwy 64 West to the intersection with Beach Cove Rd. Detour Information Drivers needing to access Old Hwy 64 West beyond

Lily Ponitz Guest Writer The summer tradition of free music on the Hiawassee Town Square continues this Saturday with The Collins Family taking the stage at 6:30 PM. The Collins Family is a very musical family, playing at local venues and churches and competing in bluegrass competitions. Easton is the lead singer and can play any stringed instrument he picks up. Carson sings lead and harmony, plays the mandolin, guitar and a little on piano. Tennon sings and plays guitar and

HAYESVILLE, N.C. — The Rotary Club of Lake Chatuge is inviting the public to the 23rd Annual Car-B-Que, a popular classic car show and BBQ dinner fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the square in downtown Hayesville. The family-friendly event combines two community favorites — a showcase of classic and custom cars with a delicious BBQ dinner — all while raising funds for local projects supported by the Rotary Club of Lake Chatuge.

Hayesville, N.C. — The Hayesville High School (HHS) Men’s Basketball program is inviting rising 3rd through 8th graders to participate in its 7th annual Boys Youth Basketball Skills Camp on June 11th and 12th at Darryl K. McClure Gymnasium. The two-day camp, running from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day, focuses on developing fundamental skills and building the future of Yellow Jacket basketball. Participants will receive instruction in ball handling, passing basics, shooting funda

Hayesville, N.C. — The Clay County Board of Education is selling five individual residential building lots located off West Cherry Road in Hayesville by sealed bid. The properties, which range in size from just under one acre to 1.15 acres, are being offered “as is” and are subject to all current easements and restrictions. All five lots have access to community water. Lots available: Lot 2: 1.03 acres Lot 3: 0.97 acres Lot 4: 0.98 acres Lot 6: 1.15 acres Lot 7: 1.00 acres Th