The Lodge at Smoky Cove

11/05/2024

It’s not too late to come visit us and see the leaves changing!

10/28/2024

Our October retreat was perfect! This introductory poem Lisa read on Thursday night set the stage for a supportive place to share and heal. Thank you to all who came from near and far to make this a magical weekend.

From 'Wild Hope'

I think it was just Women!

It must have been a terrifying sight to behold, a group of witches gathered by firelight, chanting, conjuring spirits, creating spells...

No wonder some were afraid.

But I think it was just women.
Being women.

Coming together, as they very much must, to support one another,
To share their battles and pull each other through the flames they faced daily.

Sharing remedies, medicines and ways to heal

And believing they were so much more than told, than ALLOWED to be

It is little wonder that the power of this union would appear like magic, to the unknowing eye.

But I think it was just women.

Doing what we do,
Everyday

-Donna Ashworth

10/05/2024

10/05/2024

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DONATIONS | Supporting Western, NC

The North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund is now accepting contributions for hurricane damage relief.
https://pay.payitgov.com/ncdonations

Official Press Release Below:
https://governor.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2024/09/29/donate-nc-disaster-relief-fund-help-helene-recovery-governor-cooper-urges

September 29, 2024

RALEIGH

Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging donations to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund to help communities recover from catastrophic damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene.

“There is a massive effort underway to get help to the people of Western North Carolina including state and federal relief but we know there will be additional needs,” Governor Roy Cooper said. “If you’re able to give, please consider a donation to help North Carolinians as they clean up and recover from Helene.”

To donate to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, visit nc.gov/donate.

Donations can also be mailed to:

NC Disaster Relief Fund
20312 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-0312.

Or

NC Disaster Relief Fund
c/o United Way of NC
1130 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 100
Cary NC 27511.

Donations made to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund will go to nonprofits working to meet the immediate needs of storm victims such as food and water, cleaning supplies and other emergency supplies. All of the donations made will go to disaster relief.

United Way of North Carolina is the fiscal agent for the Fund and will provide grants and reimbursement to nonprofits working in impacted communities.

“United Way of North Carolina is proud to partner with the Governor’s Office to manage the NC Disaster Relief Fund. We recognize the critical importance of delivering resources to communities for effective relief efforts. Together with the Governor’s Office, we are committed to ensuring that communities in western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene receive the support they need. This unprecedented situation calls for collective action to provide both immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance,” said Brittany Pruitt Fletcher, President and CEO of United Way of North Carolina.

Eligible non-profits can seek grants and reimbursement of up to $10,000 from the NC Disaster Relief Fund for efforts to meet immediate storm recovery needs via the United Way of North Carolina at https://www.unitedwaync.org/nc-disaster-relief-fund-helene.

If sufficient donations are collected to support long term recovery work, the North Carolina Community Foundation’s affiliate foundations and statewide grants committee will work to ensure that all remaining donations are distributed to nonprofits that can best serve unmet needs in affected communities.

Donations to the NC Disaster Relief Fund are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

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10/03/2024

🌿 Rebuilding Resilience 🌿

When life feels overwhelming, remember to take it one step at a time. Focus on what you can do today, and breathe deeply. Progress doesn't have to happen all at once—it’s okay to pause, gather strength, and come back stronger.

💙 Recovery is a journey. Let each step be enough. 💙

10/01/2024

Grab a bite to eat, get some needed supplies or connect with local friends in downtown Sylva. Most now have the capability to take credit/debit cards. Several places are taking donations as well. Love your local family-owned businesses!

10/01/2024

Disaster Roaming has been enabled in North Carolina to help connect residents who may be otherwise offline. Disaster roaming allows any phone on any cellular network to access any available network to connect to, regardless of provider.

iPhone users can turn disaster roaming on by going to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options and then toggle “Data Roaming” to the on position.

Android users can enable roaming by going to Settings > Connections > Mobile Networks > Mobile Data.

Remember, there is free Wi-Fi in various locations throughout Jackson County, where you can activate Wi-Fi calling to make calls.

10/01/2024

JCPS will distribute meals to adults and children at the following sites on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 1st and 2nd from 11:30-12:30. A hot lunch will be distributed and a grab and go breakfast for the following day. Individuals must be present to receive a meal.

Blue Ridge School and Early College (in front of the school)
Smoky Mountain High School (in the circle by the cafeteria and auxilary gym)
Smokey Mountain Elementary School (in the car pick up line)

JCPS distribuirá comidas a adultos y niños en los siguientes sitios el martes y miércoles 1 y 2 de octubre de 11:30 a 12:30. Se distribuirá un almuerzo caliente y un desayuno para llevar para el día siguiente. Las personas deben estar presentes para recibir una comida.

Blue Ridge School y Early College (frente a la escuela)
Smoky Mountain High School (en el círculo junto a la cafetería y el gimnasio auxiliar)
Escuela Primaria Smokey Mountain (en la fila para recoger automóviles)



The Sylva Herald Cherokee One Feather

09/30/2024