Mountain Buzz

Press Release Sheriff Chris Wood attended the Western Sheriffs’ Meeting yesterday in Waynesville, North Carolina, alongside sheriffs and public safety leaders from across the region. The meeting brought together a wide range of elected officials, state and federal law enforcement representatives, public safety vendors, and civic organizations with a shared goal of strengthening partnerships through networking, problem solving, and relationship building. Special guests included District...

Hayesville Middle School is gaining recognition for its innovative approach to preparing students for the future. A recent publication is highlighting the outstanding work taking place at the school. The article “How to Move Career Exploration Beyond a Computer Screen” was featured on the District Administration website. It showcases the school’s impactful efforts in career exploration and global competencies. The article was co-authored by HMS Career Development Coordinator Erin McCoy and...

If you’re looking for an underrated fishing adventure that delivers heart-pounding fights, scenic mountain views, and the satisfaction of outsmarting one of freshwater’s strongest fighters, carp fishing on Lake Chatuge and Lake Nottely is hard to beat. These two beautiful TVA reservoirs in the North Georgia mountains—right in the backyard for folks in Young Harris, Hiawassee, and Blairsville—teem with common carp that average around 2 pounds but can push 15 pounds or more. Unlike the...