Jackson County NC Government

10/23/2026

Everyone, GO VOTE!!!!!!

www.jacksonnc.org

Jackson Co. voters are SHOWING UP! We're approaching 15% turnout already!

Haven't voted yet? You still have time! https://jcncelections.org/

🗳 Early Voting is open M-F 8a-7:30p & Sat 8a-3p through 10/31. Same-day registration is available during this period.
🗳 Absentee by-mail ballots must be returned by 7:30p 11/3
🗳 Election Day polls will be open 6:30a-7:30p

10/23/2026

🔔 The Regular Meeting video of the Jackson County, NC, Board of Commissioners from Tuesday, October 20, 2026, is now available for viewing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-awcfdxujmA

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10/21/2026

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐞? - Amanda's got you covered -Video

Amanda Allen, Director, Jackson County NC Board of Elections, provides some helpful info to help you be 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲-𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆!

🗳 Early Voting is going on now through Oct. 31. Same-day registration available, choose the site most convenient to you, remember to bring voter photo ID. https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-early-person
📷 10/31 @ 3pm: Last opportunity to get a FREE voter photo ID from the BOE. Registered voters can stop by to request their FREE card through the Early Voting period. https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id
🇺🇸 11/3: Election Day! You must be registered by 10/9 & need to appear at your assigned precinct. https://jcncelections.org/election-day

Jackson County NC Board of Elections

10/21/2026

𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩'𝙨 𝙅𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧'𝙨 𝙢𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜

"𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲”

WHEREAS, chambers of commerce play an important role in strengthening local economies by connecting businesses and organizations, fostering collaboration, supporting entrepreneurship, developing community leaders and creating opportunities for communities to prosper; and

WHEREAS, Jackson County is served by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce, each working within the communities it serves to support local businesses and organizations, promote economic vitality and contribute to the quality of life enjoyed by residents and visitors; and...
..NOW, THEREFORE, the Jackson County Board of Commissioners hereby proclaims Wednesday, October 21, 2026, as SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DAY in Jackson County and recognizes the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce, and the businesses, organizations, volunteers and community partners they represent for their contributions to the economic and civic life of Jackson County. The Board further encourages residents and visitors to support local businesses and organizations, learn more about the work of their local chambers of commerce, and participate in the partnerships that help Jackson County communities thrive.

(𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙙)

In the photo - (l-r) Commissioner Michael Jennings, District 4; Commissioner John Smith, District 2; Todd Vinyard, Executive Director of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, Vice Chairman Todd Bryson, District 1; and Commissioner Jenny Lynn Hooper, District 3.

10/20/2026

𝐖𝐂𝐔 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 this Friday night!

Here is some info on traffic detours, parking, and shuttle information.

The Homecoming football game against Chattanooga will take place on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the E. J. Whitmire Stadium at Western Carolina University. Go Cats!

WCU HOMECOMING PARADE – TRAFFIC ADVISORY! 🚔

The WCU Homecoming Parade is coming up on Friday, October 23rd, at 6:00 PM!

Please be aware that traffic detours will begin at 5:30 PM. Expect delays and plan accordingly!

🚧 The flyer below contains important information regarding traffic detours, parking, and shuttle transportation.

We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work to keep everyone safe.

10/20/2026

Today is a special day for the outstanding team that works at the Jackson County NC Board of Elections

We are in the midst of the fall election season, and the team of staff members and precinct worker do a great job ensuring the integrity of our elections. Give 'em a shout out as you see them out and about working the polls!

Jackson County NC Board of Elections

10/16/2026

𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐒 - Video & Photos

Dr. Dana Ayers, Superintendent, Jackson County Public Schools, NC, joined county leadership, including Kevin King, County Manager, Jackson County NC Government; school officials; construction team; and former and current SMHS track and field coaches and athletes.

Attendees then took the first official walk/run lap around the track.

Interviews with:

* Dr. Dana Ayers, Superintendent, Jackson County Public Schools, NC
* Pam Shuler, Middle School Athletic Director,
and former Smoky Mountain High School Track & Field and Cross-Country Coach
* Addison Menickelli, 9th Grader, Smoky Mountain High School Athlete (middle)
* Joey Robinson, Principal, Smoky Mountain High School
* Marlee Parker, 9th Grader, Smoky Mountain High School Athlete (on right - twin sister of Maven)
* Maven Parker, 9th Grader, Smoky Mountain High School Athlete (on left)
* Abigail Clayton, Vice Chair, Jackson County Board of Education

YouTube link to video: https://youtu.be/30CXsxF0s40

Video and photos by Bill Davis, PIO, Jackson County Government

10/13/2026

𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 - 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲! - Video

Amanda Allen, Elections Director for Jackson County NC Board of Elections, shares important information about the election, including Early Voting, which starts Thursday, Oct. 15, and runs through Oct. 31.

There are five Early Voting sites – Qualla Community Building, Cullowhee Rec Center, Cashiers Rec Center, Board of Elections, and the newest site, WCU Health & Human Services.

You will need an ID to vote. Call (828) 586-7538 or visit the Jackson County Board of Elections office on Skyland Drive for further assistance.

Jackson County NC Board of Elections

10/13/2026

𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝙊𝙋𝙀𝙉 𝙃𝙊𝙐𝙎𝙀 - This Saturday from 12 - 2 p.m. (video)

Library Director Grace Powell, Jackson County Public Library, highlights the activities scheduled for this weekend's Open House at the Sylva library from noon - 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17.

She is also thankful for library partners - Sylva Friends of the Library, Jackson County Genealogical Society, Historical Society, and Jackson County Arts Council - who will have tables set up to share information about their organizations.

Stop by Saturday and see the wonderful library and visit with the dedicated staff.