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EXPERIENCE

Traditional Innovation Evergreen Packaging Businesses of the Month

Leadership Advocacy Development Innovation BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

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Business of the Year

Lodging

Evergreen Packaging Innovation through tradition

Bringing it all back home: Buffalo Creek Vacations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Entrepreneur of the Year

Profile

Entrepreneur of the Year Third time's the charm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

From the ground up: Holbrook reflects on a lifetime of agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Business

Outdoors

Selling Haywood County: Economic development partnership revs up . 18

Lodging Above the distraction: The Swag honors the past, welcomes the future . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

The wildest show: Synchronous fireflies display untamed beauty in the Smokies

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Businesses of the Month Recognizing the contributions of local businesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

BOARD MEMBERS Nyda Bittmann-Neville TNB Consulting Group Martha Bradley Forrest Firm James Caldwell Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Dr. Michael Coleman Haywood Community College Michael Ferguson Evergreen Packaging

Rod Harkleroad Haywood Regional Medical Center

ON THE COVER: Mist swirls around as a hot air balloon glides through one of Haywood County’s picturesque valleys. PATRICK JACKSON PHOTO

STAFF John Patterson Stanberry Insurance Agency

CeCe Hipps President Kimberly Czaja Member & Business Relations Linda Brown Office Manager Jean Dilley Office Assistant Richard Tirrell Accountant

Ken Howle Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center

Jake Robinson Champion Credit Union Pratik Shah Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Travis Hyatt M.B. Haynes Corporation

Michael Sorrells Haywood County Commissioner

VISITOR CENTER VOLUNTEERS

Bruce Johnson Champion Janitorial Supply

John Tench HomeTrust Bank

Lois Beery, Rose LaBerge

Jonathan Key The Mountaineer

Ken Flynt Western Carolina University College of Business

Scott McLeod Smoky Mountain News

Laura Traggesser Entegra Bank Jason Walls Duke Energy Progress

David Francis Haywood County Government

Steve McNeil Northwestern Mutual

Fred Waring Waynesville Automotive Group

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL David Blevins, Gavin Brown, Jason Burrell, Nathan Clark, Lynn Collins, Ken Flynt, David Francis, Rod Harkleroad, CeCe Hipps, Rob Huckaby, Dann Jesse, Bruce Johnson, Ron Leatherwood, Dr. Barbara Parker, Kaleb Rathbone, Zeb Smathers, Michael Sorrells, John Tench, Jason Walls, Danny Wingate,

AMBASSADORS Andy Bailey, Calab Tate, Candra Smith, Carol Adams, Daniel Moore, David Jordan, Dr. Tommy Pinkston, Glenn Kavanagh, Hayden Honercamp, Katy Gould, Kim Turpin, Latisha Perkins, Laura Tragesser, Lois Beery, Niki Crumpton, Nyda Bittmann-Neville, Rick Smith, Rob Roland, Robyn Morris, Stacy Overbay, Travis Hyatt, Walter Davis

Community Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Leisure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Membership Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Membership A-Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

MISSION STATEMENT To create and sustain a successful economic environment.

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Dear Chamber Members: It’s been an exciting and productive year for the Haywood County Chamber Commerce and Economic Development, one in which we formed a new and exciting partnership while nurturing some that have existed for years. Our community and businesses should reap the benefits of these efforts for years to come. In what many are calling an innovative partnership, the Haywood Chamber of Commerce entered into a contractual agreement with the Asheville Chamber to collaborate in the recruitment of new business and industry to Haywood County. This partnership means the Asheville Chamber, specifically the Economic Development Division — whose budget is five times larger than Haywood’s — will market our properties alongside theirs at trade and site consultant visits throughout the US and abroad. Likewise, when they receive inquiries, they will assess their client’s requirements and share the properties of Haywood County if deemed a potential fit. The partnership has been a natural fit through shared resources, rewards, vision and values. In addition to our partnership with Asheville, we have also strengthened partnerships within our own communities through regular commercial Realtor meetings, semi-monthly topic focused town manger meetings, existing business visits along with member pop-ins and expanding our economic development resources. Just this past September, it was announced the owners of the Best Western Inn in Waynesville would begin construction of a new 65-room Hampton Inn. The success of this project came through the hard work of Haywood County Commissioners, Town of Waynesville Aldermen and other Haywood County leaders, along with consultation and support from the Asheville Chamber. While we’ve been busy launching our new economic development program and managing projects, we haven’t forgotten that we are a membership-driven organization with a mission to create and sustain a successful economic environment. Our networking, professional development and outreach ventures — Issues and Eggs, Young Professionals, Women in Business, Candidate Forums, the annual Elected Officials Reception, and the Legislative visit to Raleigh — all continue to be well-attended, informative and successful. Leadership Haywood is one program I continue to take pride in. A group of individuals get an upclose, hands-on education about the community and how its individual parts collectively make Haywood a stronger community. Each year, I hear stories of how life-changing this program has been for many and how the participants form a bond that is everlasting. To me, nurturing young leaders is one of our most important roles. It’s been very gratifying to be a part of these partnerships and to know the chamber is playing a vital role in the economic prosperity of our community that will ultimately benefit all businesses and residents. Thank you for your membership, guidance and especially your support as we all work together to benefit the business community of Haywood County. “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller Sincerely

Haywood County with scenic byways, backcountry roads and meandering trails is home to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Historic towns. Thriving businesses. Great schools.

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Waynesville is Haywood County’s largest town and county seat, containing both the Haywood County Courthouse and town of Waynesville offices. Single-family homes and retail stores surround the historic downtown with its quaint brick sidewalks, galleries, breweries, gourmet restaurants, clothing and gift stores. Locals mingle with droves of tourists for daily lunches, downtown festivals and gallery strolls. On the outskirts of town, mountain homes look across the valley below with views of the Smoky Mountains stretching for miles. The town was founded by Robert Love, a Revolutionary War colonel born in Virginia, and named after “Mad” Anthony Wayne, a Revolutionary War hero. After the war Love, his wife and 10 children relocated from their home in what is now part of eastern Tennessee to Haywood County’s Richland Creek area. Love was a wealthy man who had inherited a fortune and worked as a land speculator, lawyer, justice of the peace, surveyor, state senator and clerk of court. In 1809, Love donated 17 acres for the town of Waynesville, which was where the courthouse, jail and stocks were to be built. A main street and cross street were plotted, along with a public square and 30 half acre lots. The public square was located at the intersection of Main Street and Cross Street — today known as Church Street on one end and East Street on the other. The town of Hazelwood, incorporated in 1905, was a town in and of its own right until it merged with Waynesville in 1995. The tiny town initially housed employees at W.H. Cole’s sawmill, but then grew to contain several industries including a furniture factory, a tannery, and a shoe and boot factory. Houses constructed in the area tend not to have basements, due to a high water table. Hazelwood is home to the Folkmoot Friendship Center, headquarters of the state’s official international festival, celebrated each year in July. The original downtown area of Hazelwood has its own unique personality and is now home to a small cluster of restaurants, a coffee shop, a book store, and specialty retail stores with plenty of on-site parking. Nearby communities include Allens Creek, Hyatt Creek, Balsam and Saunook.

CANTON The neighboring towns of Canton and Clyde are the bedrock of eastern Haywood County. Canton largely grew up out of service to what is now Evergreen Packaging, a large paper mill on the banks of the Pigeon River. Many of the homes in the area, particularly in downtown Canton, are architectural gems. The tiny but well-designed buildings housed mill workers and managers. The town rose in the early 1900s and was a bustle of activity in Haywood County. Canton’s downtown buildings are an inter-

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DISTANCES (FROM COUNTY SEAT OF WAYNESVILLE)

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Asheville, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 miles Atlanta, GA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 miles Birmingham, AL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 miles Charlotte, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 miles Charleston, SC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 miles Greenville, SC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 miles Knoxville, TN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 miles Lexington, KY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 miles Nashville, TN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 miles Raleigh, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 miles Richmond, VA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402 miles Winston-Salem, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 miles

Statistics POPULATION 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61,771 2010. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59,036 Median Resident Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

CLIMATE & LAND Average High Temperature. . . . 70.7 degrees Average Low Temperature . . . . . 50 degrees Average Rainfall . . . . . . . . . . 53 inches/year Average Snowfall . . . . . . . . . 14 inches/year Square Miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 553.66 Highest Elevation . 6,410-foot Richland Balsam Rivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pigeon River Lakes . . . . . . . . Lake Junaluska, Lake Logan

MAJOR EMPLOYERS (FULL TIME EMPLOYEES) Evergreen Inc. (Paper Products) . . . . . . 1,230 Haywood County Schools . . . . . . . . . . 883 Haywood Regional Medical Center . . . . 808 Consolidated Metco (Truck Parts) . . . . . . 708 Haywood County Government. . . . . . . . 525 Walmart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391 Haywood Vocational Opportunities (Disposable Medical Supplies) . . . . . . 335 Giles Chemicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Town of Waynesville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Haywood Community College . . . . . . . . 167

UNEMPLOYMENT RATE TAXES, PROPERTY & FINANCES

2018. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5% (July) 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9% Annual

Sales Tax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.75 percent 2017 County Property Tax per $100 Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0.585 2017 Canton Municipal Property Tax per $100 Value. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0.58 2017 Clyde Municipal Property Tax per $100 Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0.43 2017 Maggie Valley Municipal Property Tax per $100 Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0.43 2017 Waynesville Municipal Property Tax per $100 Value. . . . . . . . . . $0.4857 2014 Median Value Owner-Occupied Housing Units . . . . . . . . . . . . $157,200 2017 Median Family Income . . . . . . $58,767

GOVERNMENT

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UTILITIES & SERVICES Haywood County EMC . . . . . . . 828.452.2281 Duke Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.943.7585 AT&T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.780.2355 Charter Spectrum Cable . . . . . . 877.728.3814 Dish Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.617.4835 Town of Clyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.627.2566 Town of Canton . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.648.2363 Town of Maggie Valley. . . . . . . 828.926.0866 Town of Waynesville . . . . . . . . 828.456.2031

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NEWSPAPERS

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REGIONAL AIRPORTS Asheville Regional Airport, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.684.2226 AVL Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, SC . . . 864.877.7426 GSP Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, GA . . . 800.897.1910 ATL McGhee Tyson Airport Knoxville, TN . . . . . . . . . . . . 865.342.3000 TYS

Haywood County. . . . . . . . . . . 828.452.6625 Town of Canton . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.648.2363 Town of Clyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . 828.627.2566 Town of Maggie Valley. . . . . . . 828.926.0866 Town of Waynesville . . . . . . . . 828.452.2491

The deck overlooking the Pigeon River at Bearwaters Brewing in Canton.

COMMUNITY

CLYDE Located east of Waynesville and west of Canton, Clyde is largely a residential community with a small central business district. Clyde’s lo-

cation makes it a great place for commuters with jobs in the region’s larger towns. Clyde is home to Haywood Community College, with its renowned professional crafts program, and Haywood Regional Medical Center, which is under the Duke-LifePoint umbrella. The town is also home to what is thought to be the oldest house in Haywood County, the Shook-Smathers Home. Jacob Shook, a Revolutionary War veteran, built the house in 1795. It began as a log house, but the home’s attic was turned into a large chapel. Today the restored home is a museum. The township of Clyde officially was formed in 1877, but was not incorporated until 1889. The town’s boundary forms a perfect circle. It is said that the circle’s midpoint was a knothole in a floorboard of the town’s train station, and from that knothole a geometric circle was drawn and all the area within that circle became part of the town. Nearby communities include Ratcliff Cove, Stamey Cove and Thickety.

LAKE JUNALUSKA Lake Junaluska is located in the heart of Haywood County. The community is nestled around a 200-acre lake with incredible views of the Great Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains. Lake Junaluska was originally established in 1913 as a retreat center for Methodists, and today it is open to all. It was named for Junaluska Mountain, which was named after a Cherokee Indian chief. From the beginning, Lake Junaluska was a conference

The eastern gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Maggie Valley was incorporated as a tourist town, a fact evident by its mix of family restaurants, music and entertainment venues, rental properties and souvenir stores. The town is a bustling center of activity throughout the year and a hotspot for motorcyclists. Maggie Valley got its name after one of the valley’s 1860s settlers, John Sidney Setzer, realized the town was in need of a post office. No name, no post office, the government said. Four suggestions were sent to Washington, three of them being Setzer’s daughters’ names — Cora, Mettie and Maggie. Maggie was selected, but it wasn’t until about 1947 that the word “valley” was added. Miss Maggie is still around, portrayed by a volunteer who wears a yellow bonnet, waves to passing cars and appears at festivals. The Wheels Through Time transportation museum houses what some consider the world’s finest collection of vintage motorcycles, and nearly all of them still run. The museum — which also has a classic car collection — attracts visitors from throughout the world and has been featured in several television specials. Maggie Valley also boasts Haywood County’s first distillery, Elevated Mountain, which is open for tours and tastings. Cataloochee Ski Area, also in Maggie Valley, is one of the South’s premier ski resorts. Nearby communities include Dellwood, Jonathan Creek, Hemphill, Ivy Hill, Soco, Rabbit Skin, White Oak and approaching the Tennessee Line, Fines Creek, Harmon’s Den, and Panther Creek.

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esting mix of styles with notable structures such as the Imperial Hotel. Built soon after the railroad reached Canton around 1880, it was originally a private home. Over the years it was advertised as “one of the best commercial hotels of the $2 class in this state,” and in 1918 was renovated to become separate offices, shops and residences. The town’s Main Street Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and several new businesses have opened in recent years including restaurants, a brewery and a bakery. Just south of Canton is Bethel, a rural community located in an open valley north of the now-famous Cold Mountain. The community provides a rural escape where you’ll also find a local restaurant, gas station, produce stand and home-run businesses dotting the miles of rolling pasture land tucked in between mountain peaks. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest are easily accessible via U.S. 276 or N.C. 215 from Bethel. Cruso is south of Bethel along U.S. 276. The community proclaims itself “Nine miles of friendly people and one old grouch.” There’s even an annual contest to elect the old grouch. Nearby communities include Beaverdam, Dutch Cove, Hominy, Pigeon, Newfound and Sunburst.

MAGGIE VALLEY

A walker takes advantage of the many benches along the trail that goes around Lake Junaluska.

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center as well as a residential community. Today the grounds include two hotels, dormitory and motel-like facilities, a campground, a golf course, 16 gardens, meeting facilities and 800 residential homes. The 2.3-mile walking trail around the lake is one of the most popular recreation areas in Haywood County. Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center hosts thousands of guests every year from around the world. The center welcomes corporate and nonprofit groups, families, weddings, reunions, vacation guests and churches of all denominations. It also hosts concerts and other events throughout the year, including the Balsam Range Art of Music Festival, Smoky Mountain Folk Festival and a fantastic Independence Day Celebration. The lake is open to all to stay in the hotels or vacation rental homes, walk around the lake or participate in recreational activities including a pool, boat rentals, tennis, volleyball and shuffleboard. The mission of Lake Junaluska is to be a place of Christian hospitality where lives are transformed through the renewal of soul, mind and body. Nearby communities include Crabtree and Iron Duff.

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Evergreen Packaging receives “Business of the Year”

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1906: A logging operation and sawmill was placed into operation near Lake Logan. 1908: The Canton mill opened and produced pulp which was shipped to the Hamilton mill. 1914: Canton mill began producing paperboard. 1930: Peter G. Boiler and Big Bill Boiler were built. These boilers were state-ofthe-art pulverized coal boilers and the largest industrial boilers of their type in the world at the time of installationvery leading edge. 1934: Began producing milk carton board. 1935: The Champion Coated Paper Company (Hamilton, Ohio) and The Champion Fibre Company (Canton) merged and changed the name to The Champion Paper and Fibre Company. This step was just basically a formality because the mills were being operated by the same management. 1960: The Waynesville extruding plant was opened. The plant extruded a plastic coating on the Canton bleached board before its conversion to package form. The coated paperboard made at Waynesville is used to make a variety of liquid-packaging containers including gable-top cartons, paper cups and food trays. 1965: The No. 19 Paper Machine was built to produce FDA-grade paperboard. 1993: The Canton Modernization Project was completed. State-of-the-art pulp bleaching technology and significant upgrades to the mill’s water and color control systems significantly reduced the mill’s wastewater color, flow. The project cost approximately $300 million. 1995: In the Canton Mill, the Bleach Filtrate Recycling (BFR) process pilot was completed. The process became permanent in 1997. The Canton Mill is the only mill in the world to operate this color prevention technology. 2004: Extensive flooding occurred in Western North Carolina when the remnants of Hurricanes Francis and Ivan came through Western North Carolina. The damaging floods cost the Canton Mill almost $30 million. Over $5 million has been spent to improve the mill’s flood control systems. 2007: Evergreen Packaging, Inc. purchased Blue Ridge Paper Products Inc. and the company continues in operation today as a key part of the Evergreen Packaging platform.

economic presence the Canton and Waynesville facilities have in terms of the regional business sector, the company has taken great strides recently in its mission to not only increase its sustainability, but also ensure the bountiful future of our natural resources. “We use water and timber resources, and we have a wealth of those resources here,” Brown noted. Evergreen recently converted two coal boilers to natural gas, and is currently enhancing the pollution control equipment in its two remaining boilers. At an estimated cost of $50 million, the project also includes a $12 million state grant. This transition is due for completion by the end of 2018. And since 2004, the company has been part of the Pigeon River Reintroduction, a partnership between North Carolina and Tennessee that brings back native species of fish to the river. The effort has reintroduced over 27 species and 45,000 fish since its inception. Within the manufacturing process, Evergreen uses renewable energy-biomass from trees, which is responsible for about 60 percent of the energy needed to create the products. And with responsible forest management a main priority, the company works with family forest owners in its Evergreen Forest Certification program that aims to improve practices in the management of forests.

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ith 110 years of operation in Western North Carolina, Evergreen Packaging has remained steadfast in who it is and what it does. “Evergreen’s role is to make paper products. We’ve been here over a hundred years, making paperboard, envelope paper, and uncoated freesheet paper,” said Derric Brown, Director of Sustainability for Evergreen. “But, we’re also very involved in the Town of Canton and the entire Haywood County community, where a lot of our employees live and where we actively help support and contribute to the community.” With over 1,230 employees in North Carolina, Evergreen is the largest private employer in the region. The paper manufactured here is used to make a wide array of products including (but not limited to) paper cups, ovenable trays and gable top cartons. “These products are used across the United States, across North America, and really across the whole world,” Brown said. “We’re able to make products here, with the resources and people here. What’s critical to our success is to be able to make paper products that are in demand today.” “It has to do with us being very innovative, listening to our customers and seeing what their needs are, and meeting those needs,” added Holly Rogers, an administrator for the Evergreen management team. Aside from the enormous physical and

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Biltmore Forestry School students (top photo) at the Champion Fiber Plant in 1911. An early picture of logs being unloaded at the mill (bottom left) and current employees inspecting rolls of paper (bottom right).

“We’re working with Haywood Community College and its workforce training, and getting the community involved with employees. You’ll see signs around the community that say ‘We’re hiring here. It’s the skilled trades, we need electricians, mechanical people, other people like that, you can come here and work, be part of the community and have a job here.” — Derric Brown, director of sustainability for Evergreen

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And yet, the company will be the first to say its most vital resource are its employees. Each a skilled worker and community participant, the employees at Evergreen are recognized as a United Way Pacesetter Company. They’re also deeply involved in the Christmas Basket and Santa Pal programs, which provides food and clothing for families in need during the holidays. Evergreen contributes $50 to the programs for each safe day worked. “We want to be very involved in the community,” Rogers said. “We really are working to increase our partnerships in the community, such as Pisgah High School and the ‘Pulp and Paper’ program, and working with the employment office NC Works in Haywood County to grow our workforce.” That workforce continues to grow, whether it be by the number of employees or by how

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Evergreen gets the word out about the benefits of skilled trades and its importance in the local, regional and national business sectors. “We’re working with Haywood Community College and its workforce training, and getting the community involved with employees. You’ll see signs around the community that say ‘We’re hiring here,’” Brown said. “We are looking for dedicated individuals who want a career in manufacturing and skilled trades. We need electricians, mechanical people, other people like that, you can come here and work, be part of the community and have a job here.” In receiving the “Business of the Year” award from the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, Evergreen Packaging views the recognition as economic fuel and creative inspiration for the future, a milestone that can be added to the foundation for the next 110 years of the company and its place in the community. “We’ve had a lot of support from the chamber, from the county, and from the business community,” Brown said. “And that’s helped us be successful in Haywood County and in the region.” “The award speaks highly of our employees and the hard work that they put in,” Rogers added. “That’s why we’re successful, because of the people who work here, live here, and make us who we are.”

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“Go into the competition not thinking, ‘I’m never going to win this.’ Go into it knowing you’re going to come out with something, a real business plan, even if you don’t win.” — Jose Gonzalez

Opened in 2015, Main Street Mercantile has become a popular shopping destination.

it, launching J. Gabriel. The store is a testament to the vitality and enthusiasm that exists in the business sector here, something that rubs off on locals and tourists alike. “Since we’ve been here, we’ve seen a lot of positive changes. This town always finds a way to make progress that makes everyone happy. This community is what it is because it’s thriving, all the businesses, festivals and events — there’s always something going on in town,” Gonzalez said. “That atmosphere affects your community. The whole village comes together, with downtown being the soul of the town. Most folks who visit here don’t have a downtown like ours — they here come for this environment.” With two stores up and running, Gonzalez

and Munoz entered the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce’s “Business Start-Up Competition” this past year. Business plan inhand, they won the $10,000 grant that was used to recently open Moonlight & Garbo, also located on Main Street. As proof positive of the benefits of the grant, let alone the advantages found in putting one’s business idea to paper, Gonzalez encourages anyone interested in trying their hand at the competition to do, so no matter what the outcome is. “Go into the competition not thinking, ‘I’m never going to win this.’ Go into it knowing you’re going to come out with something, a real business plan, even if you don’t win,” he said. “You discover what resources are available in the area, more about your business that you didn’t know, and it always will be a useful tool to go back and see where you were, where you’re at, where you’re going.” When asked just what he loves about being a small, independent business owner, Gonzalez can’t help but say it’s about the interactions between both sides of the counter. “It is a lot of work. Running a business is 24/7. I love the one-on-one with people, and you’re in control of making the changes and the differences that set you apart from other stores,” he said. “It’s not just about working for yourself, but loving what you do. We do this because we’re passionate about retail and that is the number one driver and should be for everything we do in our lives — passion.”

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It’s an interaction that never gets old for Jose Gonzalez. “You’ve carried on where the other stores left off,” a woman told Gonzalez one recent afternoon. “What you’ve done is take a little bit of what made each of those stores special that used to be here, and you’ve carried it on — this place is phenomenal.” Standing behind the counter of his store J. Gabriel Home & Gifts, Gonzalez modestly thanks the woman before she exits the business situated on Main Street in downtown Waynesville. “You see, that’s what it’s all about, people having that experience, they walk in and say thank you for having the store,” Gonzalez reflected. “It fills a niche, there’s a need for this. You want to be downtown, that’s where the action is, but there was a need for a store of this nature.” A hometown gift shop, J. Gabriel does fill a need in a time where shops like this are few and far between in small towns, especially in the era of big box stores and online shopping. “You’re going to get something a little more original here from a mom-and-pop store like ours,” Gonzalez said. Gonzalez and his partner, Gabe Munoz, moved to Waynesville in 2015. They had owned and operated successful bath and body stores in Miami, Florida, and Thomasville, Georgia, but were looking for the next chapter of their professional and personal lives. “From Black Mountain to Dillsboro, we checked every town out. And then Waynesville was the last one we hit upon, and we knew this was it,” Gonzalez said. “It’s the quaintness here. You feel this sense of community, where it wasn’t just about the tourism. And the geographical location, you get to anywhere from here really easily. We wanted to come here and immediately start something.” So, they did, opening Main Street Mercantile the same year they relocated to Haywood County. Filled with gifts for the home and from the heart, the store was an immediate hit with locals. But, the duo knew they eventually wanted something smack dab in the middle of downtown. “A year into Main Street Mercantile, we were already planning the opening of the second store — we knew the possibility would happen,” Gonzalez said. “We always wanted to have a presence downtown. Main Street Mercantile had become a more local place to shop, where the downtown store is about the foot traffic of locals and tourists.” Hence when a space in the heart of downtown became available, the couple jumped on

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Located at the intersection of Russ Avenue and the Great Smoky Mountains Expressway, Publix will be the newest grocery store chain in Haywood County. A SHOT ABOVE PHOTO

Selling Haywood County Economic development partnership revs up n the west side of Jonathan Creek Road in Haywood County sits a parcel of land where crops and cows are being rapidly replaced by bulldozers and cones and piles upon piles of dirt. That county-owned 22-acre plot bordered by an idyllic creek at the base of a small mountain may be one of the keys to future economic prosperity as one of the largest and most shovel-ready sites in the area. But the Jonathan Creek site — and others in Haywood County of varying size, shape, and purpose — are nothing without a buyer, and as of Jan. 1, 2018, it became the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce’s responsibility to help find one. Through a unique regional partnership, Haywood has outsourced much of its economic development activity to the AACC, which will simultaneously market Haywood properties along with those in Buncombe. The challenges and opportunities of this new paradigm are clearly visible, but what remains to be seen is how successful it will be in selling Haywood County.

A BIGGER STAGE The agreement between the Haywood and Asheville chambers represents a new approach to economic development for rural counties such as Haywood.

“The Haywood County Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Council had meetings over a period of time and decided that we needed to improve our efforts of economic development in Haywood County,” said Haywood Chamber President Cece Hipps. “So what we decided is, why don’t we ask our partners to the east of us, Asheville, to assist us in marketing our community, and marketing our commercial sites and providing additional job opportunities in Haywood County?” Haywood and Buncombe counties have long had an economic relationship that is inextricably linked, but with a population four times the size of Haywood’s, Buncombe County brings a lot more force to bear when competing for the attention of businesses looking for a site. “They have a lot of technology advancements that we don’t have and cannot afford to have,” Hipps said. Not that Haywood hasn’t scored it’s own economic development victories in the past — even luring an Asheville truck dealership to Canton in 2016 — but the retirement of EDC Director Mark Clasby last December signaled not only the end of an era that brought Walmart and Publix to Waynesville, but also the beginning of a new era in which outsourcing economic development makes better financial sense. “The concept of regionalism is something

that this community has always put as a priority,” said Haywood Economic Development Council Board Chairman Jason Walls of Duke Energy. “So leveraging the breadth and depth of our adjoining county and their economic development arm can be really helpful as we continue to market and grow our economy here locally.” Asheville’s brand remains strong across the country; nestled into a bowl-shaped valley that spans the French Broad River, the town and its environs are known for natural beauty and eclectic diversity in a state with some of the lowest business taxes in the nation; companies want to locate there because workers want to live there. That growth, however, has rapidly consumed large swaths of Buncombe’s developable land and driven rents through the roof; Haywood, on the other hand, has some prime acreage and more reasonable — albeit climbing — housing and commercial rents, along with similar access to highways, railways and runways. “As folks from the Asheville Chamber are travelling, their ability to sell all of this region — to help recruit business and industry here — will really help to rise all the tides in this community,” Walls said. “It allows us to be seen on a bigger stage with more people at more times, and really will be helpful as we continue to market and grow here.”

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Last November, Haywood commissioners gave their blessing to the 3-year deal, which will cost about $100,000 a year; the EDC technically falls under the auspices of the Haywood Chamber, but county commissioners fund its operations to the tune of just over $200,000 annually. The Asheville Area Chamber’s economic development arm alone is many times the size of Haywood’s entire chamber, and has seen recent successes — New Belgium Brewing and Avadim Technologies, for example — that have made it the envy of municipalities across the country. “I think that we’ve been very, very focused on a strategy of knowing who we are, and matching that up with who might be attracted to that,” said Ben Teague, the former chief operating officer of the AACC and executive director of the Asheville Economic Development Coalition. “Over the last number of years we’ve probably done $1.1 billion worth of economic activity, and I think that’s spurred a lot of momentum that Haywood County and Buncombe County as a region can latch on to, and continue to work together toward the future.” For Teague and AACC Vice President of Economic Development Clark Duncan, Haywood County isn’t exactly terra incognita. “I have some generational connectivity to Haywood County. I know a lot of the fishing holes and things like that,” said Duncan. “But I’ve long been familiar with the numbers. The workforce, the talent, the demographics are all trending in really positive directions.” What he and Teague weren’t completely familiar with were the Haywood sites they’d be charged with marketing, so on Jan. 19 Haywood officials escorted Teague and Duncan around the county on a Leap Frog Tours bus. “Touring through the different towns and through the county, it really felt like a slice of Americana meets the beautiful mountains,” Teague said. “Mixed throughout, there were great sites for industrial [development] and sites for entrepreneurs.” One of those, presumably, is the Jonathan Creek site, which has languished since 2007. After winning a lengthy bidding war with a private developer — which drove the price up to $1.1 million — the county saw plans for a recreational sports complex fall flat as the Great Recession proceeded to erase a decade’s worth of economic growth in the region. Its development is a top priority as the property, which has sewer, water, electric and is just 2.5 miles from Interstate 40. Jonathan Creek’s not the only site Teague and Duncan saw on their tour; there are a number of parcels around the county — some not publicly listed for sale — that are ripe for development. One well-known spot just outside of Canton is the Beaverdam Industrial Park. That site remains an attractive option, just as it was when former EDC Executive Director Mark Clasby

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Haywood County, it’s really about bringing all growth in Asheville,” said Canton Mayor Zeb “It seems a disadvantage to Haywood that both communities have to offer, and letting Smathers. “You go to a place like West Asheville County to be a tier three and compete with that client make the best decision that’s in the and you can close your eyes and I think what you see is what Canton Folkmoot parade. A SHOT ABOVE PHOTO will be in several years.” Smathers joined the tour in Canton at Bearwaters Brewing, after it had spent the morning exploring the Howell Mill Road corridor with Waynesville Mayor Gavin Brown and visiting Elevated Mountain Distilling in Maggie Valley with Town Manager Nathan Clark. Haywood County’s Program Administrator David Francis, Planning Director Kris Boyd and Solid Waste Program Coordinator Randy Siske joined Hipps and Walls on the tour; County Commissioner Mike Sorrells — who sits on the EDC board — was present for lunch at Boojum Brewing. “Unified communities win projects they never should have won,” Duncan said during the tour. “Divided communities lose projects they never should have lost.” Later, in the cavernous, barrelroofed former Willy’s Jeep Truck “Leveraging the breadth and depth of [Buncombe] county and dealership that’s now home to Bearwaters, Teague’s comments echoed their economic development arm can be really Duncan’s. helpful as we continue to market and grow our “What was really exciting to hear is economy here locally.” this kind of tremendous unity of spirit — across elected officials, across gov— Jason Walls, Haywood Economic Development Council Board Chairman ernmental positions, across business executives — to see really great things some of the largest communities in the state,” best interest of their business.” happen in Haywood County.” Teague said. “So we want to maybe take anWhat’s not as widely known is that the Hayother look at that and see if there’s a way we can wood Chamber and the AACC already have a influence that to our benefit.” preexisting history of cooperation, at least on But the bottom line is the bottom line; as Nevertheless, Duncan still sees opportunity matters of public policy; issues of regional ecopaid marketers, what do the economic develfor mutual benefit. nomic interest are oft voiced in unison in opment execs from Asheville think of Hay“What is unique that I saw today — we got Raleigh, and will continue to be as the partnerwood County’s assets? out and walked several sites that are, I think, reship moves forward. “I think there’s great potential and I think ally ripe for economic development, for quality “One of the things we really want to focus on there’s already really great interest in our client job creation,” he said. is the tier system,” Teague said of the yearly base to understand what we have long said, In a larger sense, the biggest result of this North Carolina Department of Commerce deswhich is Asheville is an extremely diverse comunique partnership may just be a reset in ecoignation that determines the level of economic munity,” said Duncan, speaking of the regional nomic development thinking that flows from distress a county is experiencing, and parcels community at large that includes Haywood the banks of Jonathan Creek to eventually perout precious economic development incentives County. “You have this urban center, but you meate the county, region and state. accordingly. have this wealth of really high quality ‘main Such incentives — in addition to formal in“I think the paradigm shift is, we all have to street’ communities, where you have all kinds of centive guidelines recently passed by Waynesville learn how to celebrate economic wins no matdifferent economic development opportunities.” Aldermen and Haywood Commissioners — diter where they are in the metro area,” Duncan Haywood’s municipalities compare favorably rectly influence the packages economic developsaid. “If a job is created in Haywood County, with Buncombe’s, especially given Haywood’s ers can offer potential clients. that’s great for neighbors in Buncombe County. public school system, which again ranked 11th Controversially, Haywood County was in If jobs are created in Buncombe County, that’s of 115 in the state; with more traffic, higher 2017 moved from tier two to tier three, vaulting great for the economic stability of Haywood costs and less unspoiled wilderness, Buncombe it from a middling yet realistic rank into comCounty, and I think this partnership recognizes may eventually have to reassure itself that it can petition with the state’s most prosperous counthat truth.”

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Above the distraction The Swag honors the past, welcomes the future igh atop a mountain overlooking Haywood County, Annie Haslam Colquitt sits across a dining room table at The Swag. A rainstorm has just swept through, with a cold breeze floating through the open front door. She gazes around, her eyes slowly drifting out the windows onto the deep woods of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park bordering the property. “There’s just a feeling in this place that’s so special,” she smiled. “It’s removed from any sort of stress of everyday life, the hustle and bustle. When you come here, you’re coming to a home — a warmth and hospitality that’s unique to the mountains.” Consisting of several cozy cabins orbiting the large guesthouse, The Swag had been owned by Dan and Deener Matthews since 1969. At first, it was the couple’s private abode, but soon became a world-renowned lodging and dining experience. And when word emerged this past winter that the Matthews were looking to finally sell The Swag, Annie and her husband, David Colquitt, both in their early 30s, jumped on the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. “It was a hard decision for Dan and Deener to make because they love this place, they’ve poured so much of themselves into The Swag,” Annie said. “They bought the land when they were in their 30s and ran in it into their mid-to-late 80s. We could only be so lucky if we get that kind of lifetime here. It’s such an amazing thing to think about — for us, for our kids, for our family.” But, the decision to sell The Swag was made that much easier knowing that the new owners came from a family of dear friends of the Matthews.

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“My grandparents have been the best of friends with Dan and Deener for decades. They’ve come up here on several occasions,” Annie said. “My dad also used to visit The Swag when he was in high school. David and I came here (in 2011) for our honeymoon, too.” Annie’s grandfather is James “Jim” Haslam II, founder of the Pilot Corporation, which owns and operates numerous convenience stores and travel centers throughout the United States and Canada. Her father, James “Jimmy” Haslam III, is the current CEO of Pilot, based out of Knoxville, Tennessee. And her uncle, Bill Haslam, is the current governor of Tennessee. In terms of the longtime traditions of The Swag, the Colquitts aim to keep the property as is — physically and emotionally. “The core things will definitely stay the same. It’s about staying connected to nature and preserving that. We’re not interested at all in selling the green spaces here. We will remain stewards of the land,” Annie said. “This is a place where people come to connect and reconnect, and we will always retain that genuine sense of community — between staff and guests, staff and staff, guests and guests.” Though The Swag is a private, reservation only inn, anyone can come up the mountain for dinner or the popular Wednesday picnic. By doing this, visitors are welcomed to wander the property and immerse themselves in all of its natural beauty. “You can also reserve a lunch or picnic ahead of time if you’re hiking through in the park,” Annie said. “It’s such a great experience that most people don’t even know it’s an option.” Aside from the weekly dinners and picnics, The Swag will continue to offer an array of programs for its guests. Each week, an artisan or naturalist will hold a specific residency, where guests can partake in several activities — going for a hike, learning about wildflowers, painting a landscape or perhaps hearing some live Appalachian music. As well, The Swag’s Executive Chef Jake Schmidt will also hold cooking schools semi-regularly. And on a recent evening (aka: “Barbecue Night”), The Swag is once again filled to capacity with folks from near and far, all coming together for a hearty, gut-busting meal from Chef Schmidt and his incredibly talented kitchen. Faces are mingling with other faces, known and unknown, the building glowing not only from the dining room lights, but also the jovial souls inhabiting the beloved space. “I love the mountains, love the Smokies. It’s the natural beauty of this place that drew us in. It’s the community of the longtime guests and the employees who have worked here for years, and the bonds between them. It’s humbling and inspiring,” Annie said. “I feel like every time we come up here, get out of the car, look around and walk the property, I can’t believe how lucky we are to be part of this story — to call this place home.”

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What was one man’s dream has now touched the hearts and minds of countless others. “This place is more than just a ‘cabin in the woods,’” said Cheryl Hillis. “It’s where multigenerational families can come and spend real time together. All of this was what my father wanted to do with his life, he’s really been a visionary.” Hillis’ father, Harold Clackett, was a 28-year UPS driver on Long Island. He and his wife raised six kids and lived a pretty normal life. But, Clackett couldn’t stop thinking about someday leaving it all behind and taking his family to start over in the mountains. As he was nearing retirement, he knew that long-held dream of a new life was starting to take shape. “He wanted to live somewhere with four seasons, didn’t want to go to Florida, wanted to get out of New York,” Hillis said. “A friend told him about Western North Carolina, so he and my mom stayed in Maggie Valley. They fell in love with the area and found a parcel of land. They started with 18 acres, and for four years before he retired, he’d spend his vacation time clearing the land, putting up the cabin and getting the property ready.” Now hovering around 72 acres, the Clyde property, known as Buffalo Creek Vacations, features custom built cabins for large families, cozy renovated train cabooses, hiking trails, recreational opportunities and a large pasture filled with dozens of bison — a truly serene sight to behold. “I love it in the morning, where we’re out with the bison, and the guests come down to watch them with their coffee,” Hillis said. “These guests cherish these memories, and we enjoy helping people spend quality time with their families.” The inspiration of a vast landscape filled with adventure amid Mother Nature was always at the forefront of why Clackett found himself and his family in Western North Carolina. But, the other side of it is the mere fact the family truly enjoys hosting and entertaining others. “My mom and dad have always had the gift of hospitality. Ever since we were little kids, they loved to entertain people and bring them to their house,” Hillis said. “Many of our guests here come back again, and we become friends. They even come up to our house and play games with us. Most vacation rentals don’t do that, but if they want to hang out with us, we’re here to do so — we love it.” With the first rentals built in 2007, the property continues to evolve. Now there are several structures and cabooses for lodging purposes, all filled with an array of modern-day amenities. There are numerous opportunities aimed at getting folks away from technology and back to face-to-face conversations and outdoor adventure. “Come and let the kids run outside and be kids, not be tied to electronics,” Hillis said. “But, we’re also a short drive to all the great places and things to do in our area.” Recently, the family acquired a military

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That first land purchase amounted to just 11 acres, a small portion of the 175 acres he now owns. Over time, Holbrook bought up more and more land, and in 1993 he made a big decision — to leave his steady, well-paying management position at Dayco and start farming full-time. “Was it scary to quit my job and start farming full-time?” asked Holbrook, repeating the question posed to him in a recent interview. “Not really. I never even thought of it.”

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“Every year I had satisfaction in the challenges I went through. The hardships, whatever it was. I always survived and made it.” — Bill Holbrook That discovery meant that Cold Mountain Farm had been in the family since 1830 — his was only the second family to own it since the government originally dispersed the acreage through land grants, with Holbrook’s greatgreat-great-great-grandfather purchasing about half of the original 640-acre land grant. Before the land made it to the state’s hands for dispersal, it was part of the enormous territory of the Cherokee people. As colonial settlements expanded and the United States was formed, Native Americans were continually pushed out of more and more of their land through a series of increasingly unfavorable laws treaties. One of those laws was North Carolina’s Act of 1783, which left land west of the Pigeon River under Cherokee control. However, the state gave land grants there anyway, resulting in protests from the Cherokee and, decades later, the case’s arrival in the U.S. Supreme Court. The nation’s highest court ruled that Native Americans had the right to occupy the land but not to own it, and the settlers remained. “If the Supreme Court had ruled in favor of the Indians I wouldn’t be here today,” Holbrook mused. As a kid, Holbrook said, he wasn’t too interested in lessons in history and genealogy. But once he became a landowner, the past took on a new life.

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“There’s a great sense of accomplishment when you completed a crop,” he said. “The bank account might not have been too much, but I never did lose money.” It’s an existence of self-sufficiency and interdependence, of respect for the land and the generations that have come before. Every acre has its stories, and over the years Holbrook has made it his business to learn those stories. That business became serious about 15 years ago when he began researching his farm’s deed history to apply to the state’s Century Farm program, which recognizes farms that have remained in continuous operation by the same family for 100 years or more. Holbrook knew that some of the acreage went back four generations, but what he didn’t know was that the Moore family, from whom he’d bought that original acreage back in 1982, would eventually appear in his family tree. “I knew my great-grandfather owned part of it, but he bought part of it and his wife inherited part of it,” Holbrook explained. “His wife was a descendent of the Moores.”

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Holbrook remembers his childhood in Buncombe County with fondness, recalling entire days spent walking the creek and catching fish and climbing trees. Things have changed in the decades since. The family farm adjoins the Asheville city limits, with people and traffic flowing all around. “It was just a good place where kids could get out and play in the creeks and stuff, and the parents not worry about them,” said Holbrook. “It’s not that way now.” It’s different in Bethel. While Holbrook does have to be more concerned than he used to about safeguarding his riverbank from folks leaving nails in trees and empty beer cans on the ground, the area is still largely rural, and that’s by design. Holbrook was one of the founding members of the Bethel Rural Community Organization and helped establish the group’s Rural Preservation Committee, which formed in response to an effort from the county to extend water and sewer utilities into Bethel. The BRCO fought off that attempt — twice. “It wasn’t that we were against sewer and water. We were against what came with it,” Holbrook said. Where there are water and sewer lines, there will be development, and where there’s development, agriculture won’t last long. In the face of pressure from developers and rising land values, Holbrook said, the farmer will eventually sell out. And Haywood County simply can’t stand to lose its agricultural heritage. “Agriculture is the largest industry in North Carolina. It’s very important, its fixing to go over $100 billion,” said Holbrook. “It’s very important to stay and keep agricultural land

growing. Most people don’t know where food comes from — if you ask them, it comes from Ingles. They really don’t know.” But development is far from being the only threat to farming. Holbrook’s seen a lot of change over his decades in the industry. “Years ago, (a farmer) could make a living with his back,” said Holbrook. “Now he has to have his head. You can’t do it all yourself. You can’t get enough volume production, so you have to hire labor. You’ve got to manage that.” In addition to being physically strong and savvy about the ebbs and flows of the seasons, a farmer is an employer, a manager and a record keeper. He’s got to stay up on the latest in science and technology, making countless decisions about how to apply that knowledge to his craft. “A farmer, he owns the land and depends on the land and he don’t like people telling him what to do, but I relied on individuals with the N.C State University,” said Holbrook. “I relied on the extension service, trials at the test farm.” At the same time, he bristled at some less helpful government-farmer interactions. “Three things I didn’t like — regulation, regulation, regulation,” Holbrook said. That’s not to say Holbrook didn’t comply. He did, and in fact was the first farmer in Haywood County to be certified in the Good Agricultural Practices program, instituted through the Food Safety Modernization Act of 2011. To non-farmers, the requirements of the act probably sound like good things — it ensures that all agricultural products are traceable, with records showing which crop was in which field, what pesticides were used to treat them, how they were irrigated and a host of other data points. In case of contamination, those records are quite valuable.

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But for a small farmer whose main goal is to plant his fields and coax them to yield a crop, meeting those requirements can be a tall order. “It’s a hindrance to the farmer, it is,” said Holbrook. “It’s an expense to the farmer, and we’re always trying to cut the costs and don’t want to add cost.” He testified to that effect before a U.S. House of Representatives committee in 2009, speaking up for affordable crop insurance and food safety requirements appropriate for small family farms. In Holbrook’s opinion, the push for traceability comes from big grocery stores wanting small farmers to take the fall if a batch of spinach is found to be contaminated with salmonella or E. coli. It’s a scary thing, he said — his land is his retirement, and the prospect of losing it all because of one contaminated crop is terrifying. That’s a big reason why he decided to retire from farming five years ago, two years after the Food Safety Modernization Act passed. “It wasn’t a difficult decision to make when I was 66,” he said. “I wasn’t going to take that chance of losing what I’d accumulated over a lifetime. You don’t get enough insurance to cover all that. That was probably the key decision. Yeah, labor is hard to get, those kinds of things, but that wasn’t a big thing. It was regulation, the chance of losing what I had accumulated.” Holbrook isn’t the only longtime farmer leaving the business. Increasingly, farming is an older man’s game. According to statistics published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the average age of farmers in North Carolina is 58.9, and 87 percent of them are men. Holbrook blames much of it on the difficulty of securing high-quality farmland. “Prime farmland is in high demand because there’s just not much of it in our community as far as vegetables go,” he said. “So a young farmer, he starts out small as I did and then you’ve got to have a bigger truck to make money. You have to have more land to have more volume. The profit gets less and less per acre, so you have to have more acreage.” To make a go of it, you have to jump in with both feet. Such an approach makes a swift exit difficult, but it guarantees firmer footing than would a more tentative dip in the pool. “If I rented land and I invested into equipment and into my farm and all of a sudden I lost that land, I’ve lost the farming,” said Holbrook. “So I learned to try to purchase land, to be self-sufficient and not dependent on somebody else.” Though he’s not farming anymore, Holbrook still has his retirement — 175 acres of land sprinkled throughout Haywood County and a home that’s surrounded by cornfields and within view of Cold Mountain. He walks down to the Pigeon River each day for a swim and to hear the birds sing and the leaves rustle, and he’s grateful for where he is. “Bethel to me, with Cold Mountain and the river, is the key to this community,” he said. “I get up every morning and I look at Cold Mountain.”

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entered the lottery on a whim, figuring that, like 90 percent of my fellow entrants, I’d end up with nothing but a polite “thank you for entering” and an invitation to try again next year. I was stunned, frankly, to receive an email that instead began with the word “congratulations” and an invitation to start dreaming about a front-row seat to one of the region’s most spectacular natural phenomena. That would be the flashing of the synchronous fireflies, Photinus carolinus. Fireflies are a familiar sight to anyone who’s grown up in the Southeast, yellow lights blinking across grassy fields during the most beautiful hours of any summer day — dusk, as the sun sets and saturated greenery fades slowly to darkness. But the synchronous fireflies are something different, akin to the hard-partying, sequinwearing cousin of a demure wallflower type. They stay abed until the sun is gone, waiting for complete darkness to start the party. The lady fireflies sit on the forest floor, emitting a weak little flash that apparently drives the gentlemen crazy. Perched in trees and shrubbery, the male fireflies flash in response —

bright, white flashes sparkle in synchronous waves through the forest. The pattern is consistent, with the males flashing five to eight times in a row before pausing, allowing darkness to take over for a few brief seconds. In that pause, they search for the faint flash of a potential sweetheart, hoping to find a mate before the night is over. Like many of the more showy elements of animal behavior, it’s all about reproduction, but standing in the midst of a forest full of blinking fireflies decorating the trees like Christmas lights, it’s easy to fool yourself into thinking there’s a less carnal purpose to the display — a motivation closer to artistry, magic and the pure desire for beauty in the world. At least, that’s how I’d remembered it when I put my name into the lottery this spring. I’d had the pleasure of seeing the fireflies at Elkmont Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park once before, back in 2014. I remember so clearly standing there as darkness fell, seeing nothing of note, and wondering what all the fuss was about. Then it happened — the unmistakable cacophony of synchronous light. I knew why I’d come.

Synchronous fireflies can be found across the Southern Appalachians, but they have a specific set of habitat requirements that limit their population to pockets here and there. Living at elevations of 2,000 to 5,000 feet, they’re sensitive to light pollution and trampling of the ground, and they need moist soils, a comfortable temperature range and an open understory to see each other’s displays. The Elkmont area has all of that, and it’s well known to contain one of the most dramatic firefly light shows around. So dramatic, in fact, that the park had to start running the firefly viewing as a ticketed event, limiting the number of people on any given night and staffing the trail with rangers to ensure that visitors behave in a firefly-friendly manner. This year, I was to be one of the lucky few granted a parking pass, allowing one carful to park at Sugarlands Visitor Center and ride the trolley up to the Little River Trail at Elkmont. We arrived on the early end of things, but not early enough to avoid waiting in a line several trolley-loads deep, populated with a combination of avid outdoors-lovers and folks venturing into the park for the first time. Despite the difficulty we humans always have with waiting, an-

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Museums Shelton House Housing the Museum of the North Carolina Handicrafts, this historic home in downtown Waynesville houses an extensive collection of crafts, artifacts and antique furniture. sheltonhouse.org.

Shook House Started in 1795, this house is the oldest in Western North Carolina and served as a stop for circuit-riding Methodist ministers. It now houses historic artifacts from those times and is on the National Register of Historic Places. shookmusuem.org.

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Out and about in Haywood There are a plethora of venues in Haywood County for those who enjoy live entertainment.

HART Theatre Haywood Arts Regional Theatre is an award-winning, top-notch regional theater group that puts on productions on two main stages and a studio theatre throughout the year. It two theaters are unique and intimate, and there is also a full-service bistrorestaurant on premises for dinner before shows or cocktails. 828.456.6322 or harttheatre.com.

Colonial Theater Historic theater turned concert venue in downtown Canton and host of Balsam Range’s Winter Concert Series. 828.235.2760.

SEJ Heritage Center and Museum The Gem This new addition to Haywood’s night life is the downstairs portion of the popular Boojum Brewing. Gem hosts live music most weekend nights. 828.944.0888.

Stompin’ Ground The Strand 80-seat theater on Waynesville’s Main Street that has first-run movies and other special events. Open for coffee, beer, wine, specialty sodas and more most evenings. 828.283.0079 or 38main.com

Home of the American Clogging Hall of Fame World Championships every October, this popular venue in a barn-like setting hosts music and traditional dancing throughout the year. 828.926.7767.

This intimate performance venue and restaurant features live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights throughout the year. Reservations recommended. 828.452.6000.

Located on the lower level of the Harrell Center at Lake Junaluska, the Southeastern Jurisdiction Heritage Center and Museum features exhibits depicting the history of Lake Junaluska, as well as the history of The United Methodist Church, emphasizing the Southeastern Jurisdiction. 828.452.2881 ext. 781 or lakejunaluska.com/heritagecenter.

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The World Methodist Museum, located on the grounds of Lake Junaluska, is home to one of the largest collections of artifacts from the early days of Methodism. History comes to life as the story of Methodism unfolds within the walls of the museum. The World Methodist Museum is an integral part of the World Methodist Council. 828.456.9432 or methodistmuseum.com.

World-renowned banjo picker Raymond Fairchild, a member of the Bluegrass Hall of Fame, performs most nights with other guest musicians at this downhome-style venue in Maggie Valley. 828.926.9336.

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In search of the perfect item Offering everything from the latest fashions to handmade items from Appalachian crafters, shoppers can find it all by exploring the vast retail opportunities in Haywood County. There are dozens of establishments displaying their goods for curious window shoppers. Looking for that special piece of art to hang in your home? Take a stroll through the T. Pennington or Twigs & Leaves Gallery. How about a pair of hiking boots or vintage children’s toy? Mast General Store carries it. Need a pick me up to get the day going? Smoky Mountain Coffee Roasters & Café or Trailhead Bakery has just the beverage. Don’t forget the farmer’s market, where local farmers bring forth produce as fresh as it is delicious. Within the walls of these spots are kind and helpful folks behind the counter, ready and willing to not only welcome you to the area, but also assist you with any query one may have. Want to know the best local fishing spots? Cast your curiosity into Hunter Banks Co. Fly Fishing. What about the history of Appalachian crafts and their importance? Stop by the Museum of NC Handicrafts. Where are the best motorcycle routes in the area? Smoky Mountain Steel Horses knows all the prized rides. Besides all of the local businesses, there’s also plenty of big name stores in the country like Walmart, Best Buy, Kmart, Belk and Badcock catering to your every need, whether it be home furnishings, electronics or outdoor accessories.

Farmer & Tailgate Markets Haywood’s Historic Farmers Market Fresh, local produce, fresh seafood, baked goods, goat cheese, herbal products, meat, eggs, plants, flowers, preserves, honey and heritage crafts. Live music. 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays (April-October), with a winter market through mid-December. 250 Pigeon Street in the parking lot of the HART Theatre in Waynesville. waynesvillefarmersmarket.com.

Original Waynesville Tailgate Market Fruits, vegetables, black walnuts, organic food and other homemade products. 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays (May-October). 171 Legion Drive at the American Legion in Waynesville (behind Bogart’s restaurant). 828.456.1830.

U-Pick Farms Haywood County’s Farm to Table movement is growing, and several farms encourage those who want fresh vegetables to come out and pick their own.

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Christmas Tree Farms Boyd Mountain Christmas Tree Farm 445 Boyd Farm Road, Waynesville, 28785. 828.926.8888, 828.506.3513 or boydmountainchristmastreefarm.com. Open every weekend from November-December. Christmas trees, pre-cut or choose-and-cut. Wreaths, roping, and garlands. Or, visit retail lot at 1368 Dellwood Road, Waynesville, 28786, for Christmas trees and greenery.

Dutch Cove Christmas Tree Farm 280 Setzer Drive, Canton, 28716; 828.400.0806 or dctreefarm@aol.com. Seasonal November-December. Open Monday-Friday, afternoons. Open all day Saturday; for other hours, call for appointment.

Mehaffey Tree Farm 24 Corner Drive, Waynesville, 28786; 828.926.1424 or mehaffeytreefarm.com November and December. Fresh Fraser Fir Christmas trees, garlands, wreaths, apple cider, hot chocolate, restrooms and tree selections easily accessible to the young and young at heart.

Nesbitt Christmas Tree Farm 333 Sunset Ridge Road, Clyde, 28721; 828.456.9914, 828.400.2244 or email djnesbitt@bellsouth.net. November-December, seven days a week. Monday-Friday 2 p.m. to dark; Saturday all day; Sunday 11 a.m. to dark. Christmas trees, wreaths, swags, arches. All day on Thanksgiving and week prior. Other hours by appointment.

WNC Christmas Trees 2436 Jonathan Creek Road, Waynesville, 28785; 828.926.3224 or wnclandscaping.com. November and December. For the holidays, visit thefarm for choose and cut or balled Fraser firs, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

276 Chambers Farm Lane (in historic Bethel), Canton, 28716; 828.356.4783 or genesisgardens.net. Haywood’s only commercial flower farm. 45-plus varieties of flowers. U-Pick, wedding flowers and plant starts available.

Frog Holler Organiks 234 Tommy Boyd Road, Waynesville, 28785; 828.356.7652 or frogholler.net. Open most Saturdays, March-May, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.or by appointment. U-Pick flowers and herbs.

Jehova Rash Farms, LLC 170 Joe Mooney Road, Clyde, 28721. 828.779.0397 or jehovaraahfarm.com. Variety of flowers, U pick or we pick. By appointment only.

The Ten Acre Garden 158 Chambers Farm Lane (in historic Bethel), Canton, 28716; 828.235.9667. April-October, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries when in season.

Wildcat Ridge Farm 3553 Panther Creek Road, Clyde, 28721. 828.627.6751 or wildcatridgefarm.com. Fresh cut peonies and plants — herbaceous and intersectional. U-Pick or we pick during bloom season. Cut flowers for special events.

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Haywood County offers a unique quality of life. Its mix of small-town attributes, cultural amenities and outdoor recreation make it a truly special place to call home or to visit. And it is surrounded by many special places that attract travelers from across the country. Here are few of the highlights that are either in Haywood or nearby: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s Cataloochee Valley History and nature intersect in this picturesque meadow, a long, narrow valley cradled by mountains on all sides that was once a thriving pioneer community that was part of Haywood County. An elk herd has been re-introduced into the park and calls the valley home. Elk were once common here but were overhunted in the early 1800s to extinction in the eastern states. Elk can be seen on most days, and the best time for viewing is in the early mornings or the early evenings. Cataloochee Valley is also home to intact farm houses, churches, schoolhouse and cemeteries that can be toured by car and short walks. There are several hiking trails that start in the valley, and it is also a favored location for trout anglers. From Maggie Valley, take U.S. 276 north toward I-40, but just before the interstate, turn left on Cove Creek Road, which leads up and over the Cataloochee Divide and winds down into the valley. Beware the narrow, gravel road.

Oconaluftee Visitor Center Along with knowledgeable rangers who can help you plan your time in the park, fabulous exhibits will take you back in time among the early settlers and Cherokee who called these mountains home. The visitor center chronicles the culture and history of the Smokies and is also a great starting point for anyone visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located on U.S. 441 at the North Carolina entrance to the park, just outside of Cherokee and a few hundred yards from the southern terminus of the Blue Ridge Parkway. 828.497.1904.

The Blue Ridge Parkway The Blue Ridge Parkway is perhaps America’s most scenic byway, a ribbon of sweeping curves and stunning vistas stretching 469 miles from Cherokee to Virginia that stretches from one end of Haywood County to another. It’s hard to get lost on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It only goes in two directions — north or south. Short, wooden posts along the edge of the road mark off each mile, making it easy to

know exactly where you are. The milemarker number is listed for the recommended stops on the Parkway and should be easy to find by watching the mileposts.

Shining Rock Wilderness One of the original components of the Wilderness System created in September 1964, it is the largest designated wilderness area in North Carolina and is located entirely in Haywood County.

Purchase Knob The Appalachian Highland Science Learning Center at Purchase Knob is on 535 acres in Haywood County that is contiguous with the rest of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The site includes a historic cabin, two buildings which contain offices, laboratory space, a 50-person classroom, and housing for up to eight visiting scientists. The center averages about 5,000 visiting scientists, students and teachers each year. Everyday, the staff and program participants thank the family for their generous gift. Beautiful spot for hiking with great views.

Waterfalls Waterfalls have long had an almost spiritual appeal among humans, and there are plenty in and around Haywood County. Whether one is an avid outdoorsman or an occasional hiker, there is something special about making a gorgeous waterfall the destination for a hike. There are hundreds of waterfalls in Western North Carolina, and there is a fairly extensive list and an interactive map on The Smoky Mountain News website at www.smokymountainnews.com (navigate to the Outdoors section to find it). The following waterfalls are just a few of the more popular near Haywood:

Midnight Hole There’s not much of a waterfall at Midnight Hole, but if you’re looking for a good place to jump in the water, this is it. Midnight Hole is very popular and crowded at times. Swimmers can jump off the rocks into the pool. The water is cold and crystal clear and feels wonderful after the hike on a hot, muggy afternoon. Take I-40 Exit 451 in Tennessee. It will be the first exit after you cross the state line. Stay left after crossing the Pigeon River and follow the road 2 miles. You’ll drive by a power plant and community park. You’ll come to a stop sign at an intersection. Go straight through the intersection and enter the Big Creek section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Follow the gravel road 0.8 miles to a picnic area and campground entrance. From the parking area, walk back up the road. You’ll see a sign on the left for the trailhead. The hike to Midnight Hole is about 1.5 miles. Stay on the main path and the hole is on the left. The hike is easy. Horses and their riders also frequent the trail.

Soco Falls Soco Falls is the closest large fall to Maggie Valley. Two creeks flow over steep rock cascades at a right angle from each other. There’s a wooden platform that faces the higher of the two falls. The other falls is nearly impossible to see face on without going down to the base of the falls. There’s a really steep dirt incline that goes down there without a lot to hold on to. I’ve never gotten the guts to slide down – especially with my camera. From Maggie Valley, drive north on U.S. 19. You’ll pass under the Blue Ridge Parkway. After passing the Blue Ridge Parkway, drive 1.4 miles to a pull off on the left. A short, steep path goes down between the guardrails. Follow the trail, which leads to a wooden platform.

Waterfall on West Fork Pigeon River The waterfall on West Fork Pigeon River runs under an old stone bridge on N.C. 215. Although this waterfall isn’t one to plan a trip around, if you’re driving on N.C. 215, it’s worth a stop. You can take shots from the road and the bridge but watch out for traffic. The waterfall is under a bridge on N.C. 215, 4.2 miles from where N.C. 215 crosses the Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s 13.6 miles south of where N.C. 215 intersects with U.S. 276.

Fishing The waterways in the Smoky Mountains attract trout fishermen from around the world, and it’s no wonder. Whether you’re in search of native brook trout or trophy-sized browns, you can find just the right river to make it happen. Western North Carolina recently hosted the World Fly Fishing championships, and the Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians recently opened in nearby Bryson City. In Haywood County, places like Cataloochee Valley or the Pisgah National Forest offer miles of backcountry streams. Easily accessible streams like Richland Creek and Jonathan Creek are also popular for those without the time or inclination to venture into the backcountry.

Whitewater Nantahala The Nantahala River is a world-class paddling adventure. No experience is necessary to climb on board a raft with an outfitter and take a guided trip down the pristine rapids of the Nanty. The Nantahala has been called everyman’s river. It is an 8-mile run of basically Class II rapids (19 of them) with Class III Nantahala Falls waiting at the end. There is a slalom course on the river at the Nantahala Outdoor Center as well as “the wave” for playboaters. It is a wonderful river for rafting and beginner kayakers. Several outfitters on the river allow raft rentals without guides, and they’ll also shuttle you to the put-in.

Pigeon The Pigeon River, which flows through Haywood County, boasts Class IV and Class III rapids along with easygoing sections for a varied whitewater experience with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as a backdrop. The Pigeon has scheduled releases from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, providing a shorter but exciting trip. A number of outfitters are located in Hartford, Tennessee.

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Haywood on Two Wheels With nearly 50 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway and plenty of scenic highways and rural routes, Haywood County is a paradise for cyclists. Check out some of our favorites routes below or go to www.visitncsmokies.com to download ride information.

Sunburst Climb A fun ride with little climbing as you pedal deep into the woods west of Canton. Be sure to stop for a few pictures at Lake Logan, an Episcopal Retreat Center where cabins can be rented. If camping is your pleasure, take note as you turn around at Sunburst Recreation Area. On your return, you will pass by numerous farms as you loop back via Lovejoy Road and all too soon find yourself back at Canton’s Rec Park. Ride begins at the Canton Recreation Park on Penland Street/N.C. 215 in Canton. Parking, sheltered picnic tables, and restrooms available. (29.4 miles, for advanced beginner and above)

Hyder Mountain Loop Head into the country on a well-shouldered road, passing by the Pigeon River. Once over Interstate 40 continue down the river valley until it is time to climb Hyder Mountain. Most of the climb is conquered in the first half-mile with views that will reward your effort. Soon enough you’re on the twisting descent to another crossing of the Pigeon River. Then it’s just a left turn and a right turn back to your bike carrier. Ride begins at Long’s Chapel United Methodist Church on Old Clyde Road (N.C. 209) in Lake Junaluska, N.C. Park in the gravel area next to the Fire Department across from the church. (9.9 miles, for intermediate and above) Haywood County is gaining popularity as a place for runners, cyclists, and others who like to participate in endurance sports. Every August Haywood County hosts the Lake Logan Multisports Festival, a series of biathlons and triathlons of varying distances. Competitors from across the country have made this one of the region’s most popular racing events. The rural Bethel community hosts the Bethel Half Marathon every October, a relatively flat mountain half marathon that is among the most scenic races in the region. Haywood County also has an active road biking community and riders get together for weekly rides and social events. All level of bikers welcome to join. For information on specific rides and more visit bicyclehaywoodnc.org. • Lake Logan Multisport Festival — August 2019 • Bethel Half Marathon — October 2019

Coleman Mountain-Panther Creek Loop A wonderful bicycle ride loop in the northwestern end of the county. Begin at Sorrell’s Store, a “Bike Outpost,” in Jonathan Valley. Climb over Coleman Mountain before descending to the Pigeon River. As you follow the river into the Panther Creek community, your road follows the long gone footprints of the large felines once known as “painters.” The woods for the next 10-plus miles are lightly populated and offer long-range views, especially when the leaves are off the trees. Soon enough you will be back in Jonathan Valley to enjoy the wide valley view on the way back to Sorrell’s Store. Ride begins at Sorrell’s Marathon gas station and store, which welcomes riders, at 3796 Jonathan Creek Road (also U.S. 276).

Skiing and Winter Fun Traditionally one of the earliest ski resorts in the Southeast to open and one of the last to close, Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley has 18 slopes and trails, 740 feet of vertical drop at an elevation of 5,400 feet, and unmatched snowmaking capabilities. Full service rental shop has more than 4,000 sets of ski and snowboarding equipment plus a state-of-the-art boot drying system. cataloochee.com or 800.768.0285.

Winter Hiking and Crosscountry Skiing With more than 800 miles of trails in the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park and hundreds of miles more in the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests and the Shining Rock Wilderness Area, Haywood County is a hiker’s paradise. Many winter days have temperatures in the high 50s, and with all the leaves gone from the trees, every winter hike offers views that just don’t exist during the more popular summer and fall seasons. Whether it’s the popular Sams Knob hike in Shining Rock or a section of the Appalachian Trail in the GSMNP, getting outdoors in winter can be an exhilarating experience. Also, the Blue Ridge Parkway and many national forest trails are great for cross-country skiing after being blanketed by a winter snow.

Walking & Hiking Simply getting outside is one of the favorite pastimes for people in Western North Carolina, whether that’s a pleasant walk along a greenway or a strenuous hike up a mountain. Greenways and walking trails are easy to find in Haywood County and often take you along beautiful creeks and waterways. Here’s a quick list of the most popular walking areas.

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Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Waynesville 18 holes, open year-round, pro shop. Other activities available at the lake including tennis and swimming. Par 68. 828.456.5777. lakejunaluska.com.

Laurel Ridge Country Club, Waynesville laurelridgegolf.com. 18 holes, open year-round, lessons, pro shop, lodging, dining, tennis, swimming, Par 72. 828.456.3200.

Maggie Valley Club, Maggie Valley 18 holes, open year-round, pro shop, lodging, dining, tennis, swimming. 866.659.4725. maggievalleyclub.com.

Springdale Country Club, Cruso 18 holes, driving range, lessons, pro shop, lodging, dining. Par 74. 800.553.3027. springdalegolf.com.

Galleries/Art Walks Haywood County and particularly downtown Waynesville are home to dozens of galleries featuring a variety of fine art and crafts. The first Friday of every month from May through December is Art After Dark in downtown Waynesville, with galleries staying open late with working artists available to discuss and demonstrate their work. downtownwaynesville.com.

Quilt Trail Quilts represent a much-loved symbol of comfort, family, heritage, and community, and the Haywood County Quilt Trails (HCQT) project aims to engage the community by providing yet another reason to explore Haywood County and enjoy the surrounding beauty. Vibrant quilt patterns are painted on pre-built wooden squares ranging from two feet to eight feet in size. haywoodquilttrails.com.

n Boogerman Trail — This 3.8-mile loop hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park takes you past old growth hemlocks and Robert “Booger” Palmer’s home place (hence the name). There’s plenty of creek views and wildflowers. Nearly a mile in, you’ll see a sing for Boogerman Trail. To avoid a relentless and steep climb, continue further up Caldwell Fork Trail and take the upper loop of Boogerman Trail. The hike begins near the Cataloochee campground. Drive past the campground about 500 feet and park in the next to the footbridge. This is an unofficial parking area and fills up quickly on the weekends. You may have to park on the road. Easy. n Hemphill Bald — The Loop hike at Hemphill Bald is 13.7 miles in total, but just 4.7 miles in will get you to the Bald. The bald was named after a pioneer family. From the Blue Ridge Parkway intersection with U.S. 19 in Maggie Valley go South on the Parkway toward the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At milepost 458.2 turn right on Heintooga Ridge Road. Continue for approximately 6 miles to the trailhead at Polls Gap. Medium. n Mount Sterling Gap Trail — This low ridge trail begins at Mt. Sterling Gap on Cataloochee-Big Creek Road. It’s only 2.8 miles to the firetower, but is rated extremely strenuous because of a 2,000-foot climb in 2.3 miles along an old jeep trail to the ridge just below the firetower. This firetower is one of three remaining in the Park. There are several excellent lookouts from the trail prior to reaching the main ridge, but the view from the tower is unequalled in the Park. The view includes the Pigeon River Gorge (below), the Unaka Mountains, the main ridge of the Smokies, the Black Mountains (east), and the end of the Southern Appalachians. The peak is a crossroads with trails leading up from Cataloochee, Baxter Creek, and Pretty Hollow Gap Trail, which is 14 miles in and of itself. The Sterling Gap trailhead is located on N.C. 284 at Mt. Sterling Gap. Difficult.

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If a greenway is too tame, then there are certainly hikes of all levels in and around the wilderness areas of Haywood County. Here are a few of our favorites:

Haywood County is home to a variety of public and private courses, offering some of the finest golf experiences in the Southeast. Rolling hills, lush forests and picturesque ponds are just some of the features found on these majestic fairways and greens. Courses are challenging for seasoned veterans and yet inviting and enjoyable for novice beginners. With the picturesque mountains of Southern Appalachia as a backdrop, players find comfort and solace in the timeless beauty of their surroundings. Acclaimed professionals and a helpful staff are available at each of these venues, where visitors and local residents alike are shown the true meaning of southern hospitality.

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n Waynesville’s Richland Creek Greenway — An approximately 1-mile walk along Richland Creek that extends from the Waynesville Recreation center to Vance Street Park. Includes a dog park and handicap-accessible fishing pier, along with plants and trees that are labeled for easy identification. waynesvilleparksandrec.com. n Canton Greenway — A 1.5-mile riverwalk along the Pigeon River and going through the Canton Recreation Park. cantonnc.com. n Lake Junaluska Walking Trail — This 2.6-mile loop around a gorgeous lake is probably the most popular walking trail in Haywood County. Historic architecture and a stunning rose walk. lakejunaluska.com. n Maggie Valley’s Parham Park — Mini-park with handicap-accessible fishing pier on Jonathan Creek. Park is along Maggie’s 3.7-mile walking path. townofmaggievalley.com.

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Being in good hands Haywood County has health care covered Haywood County citizens have plenty of options when it comes to health care. Haywood Regional Medical Center is a Duke LifePoint Hospital with 169 beds whose services include seven operating rooms, advanced home care, behavioral health, critical care, diabetes education, hospice and palliative care, occupational health, orthopedics, pulmonary rehabilitation, sleep disorders, spine care services and women’s care center. The hospital has 930 employees and 150 physicians. Also, Mission Health System has a medical office building in Haywood County that offers primary care, specialty care, imaging and laboratory services. It also offer tele-medicine that Mission says could save patients at trip to Asheville for even complex care. The 30,000 square-foot building is on 23 acres on Hospital Drive, adjacent to the company's existing outpatient center.

Health Care Centers Haywood Regional Medical Center currently offers two Urgent Care Centers in Haywood County, staffed with experts ready to serve your non-emergency injury or illness. ■ Urgent Care — Canton Exit 31 off I-40, Canton 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 7 Days a week 828.648.0282 ■ Urgent Care — West 556 Hazelwood Avenue, Waynesville 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 7 Days a week 828.452.8890 ■ Hospice — Haywood Hospice & Palliative Care is available at The Homestead. 127 Sunset Ridge Road in Clyde. 828.452.5039 ■ Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center — 54,000-square-foot state-ofthe-art facility with indoor track, gymnasium, weight machines and equipment, steam and sauna. Day passes available. 828.452.8080 ■ Mission Outpatient Care Center 490 Hospital Drive, Clyde 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 828.456.9006 or 828.454.6091.

Learning from the best “Success for today, preparation for tomorrow and learning for a lifetime” is the mission statement for and sums up the vision of Haywood County Schools. With schools far smaller than the state average, the system is able to offer its 7,200 students a great deal of personal attention. In terms of student performance, Haywood is in the recently ranked 11 out of 115 school districts in North Carolina on test score performance is in the top 5 percent with its SAT scores. It ranks in the top 10 percent of all public schools in North Carolina. Haywood County has 15 public schools and one public charter school.

Public schools ■ Bethel Elementary ■ Bethel Middle School ■ Canton Middle School ■ Central Haywood High ■ Clyde Elementary ■ Haywood Early College ■ Hazelwood Elementary ■ Jonathan Valley Elementary ■ Junaluska Elementary ■ Meadowbrook Elementary ■ North Canton Elementary ■ Pisgah High School ■ Riverbend Elementary ■ Tuscola High School ■ Waynesville Middle School Charter schools ■ Shining Rock Classical Academy

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he universities and community colleges serving Haywood County and all of Western North Carolina are as good as they get, attracting a plethora of local and outof-state students and distinguished professors and faculty members. Those students and faculty add to the diverse, vibrant culture of the region, while the colleges also provide a source of highly skilled employees.

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■ Haywood Community College offers more than 30 programs. About 2,220 students took courses during the 2017-18 academic year. Departments include arts, sciences and natural resources, business and industry, and health and human services. HCC also offers online learning and continuing education opportunities. haywood.edu. ■ Southwestern Community College provides coursework in arts, sciences, college transfer, career technologies and health services. Over 3.300 students enter more than 60 academic programs, while approximately 6,000 annually participate in the school’s ongoing continuation programs. southwesterncc.edu. ■ Western Carolina University, part of the University of North Carolina System, serves more than 11,600 students, including 10,000 undergraduates and 1,600 enrolled in graduate programs. Offering more than 115 undergraduate majors and concentrations, WCU features a nationally recognized teacher education program, a criminal justice program used as a model across the state, and the nation’s first accredited four-year emergency medical care program. Graduate students can choose from 60 areas of study offered at the main Cullowhee campus or at Biltmore Park in Asheville. wcu.edu. ■ UNC Asheville, part of the University of North Carolina system, is the only dedicated liberal arts institution in the 17-institution University of North Carolina system. Perennially selected as one of the best colleges in the country for the price, the university focuses on critical thinking by taking students outside of their chosen fields of study. With over 30 different majors, the D-1 campus employs 214 full-time faculty members, which provides its 3,600 undergraduate students with an average class size of 19. unca.edu. ■ Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College has an enrollment of more than 11,000 students. Established as a trade school, it has 39 career programs and classes that are transferable to any university in the UNC system. abtech.edu.

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Based out of Waynesville, A. Bailey Design bridges the gap between homeowner and builder, and provides construction drawings that are at once beautiful and practical. Founded by its namesake Andy Bailey in 2009 following the retirement of mentor Dan Wright, the business uses industry standard autoCAD software to create blueprints for new homes, additions, and remodels. A. Bailey Design works with customers from Haywood County, greater Western North Carolina and around the country. Referrals come from building contractors, real estate agents, industry professionals, and homeowners. Bailey is on the board of directors for the Haywood Habitat for Humanity and draws house plans gratis for the nonprofit. Bailey also rings the bell for the Salvation Army at Christmas, donates his time to the United Way “Day of Caring” and his blood to the Red Cross each year. andybaileydesign.com.

One of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States, Duke Energy provides electricity to 7.6 million retail customers in six states. The company generates approximately 49,500 megawatts of electric capacity in the Carolinas, the Midwest and Florida, and also natural gas distribution services serving more than 1.6 million customers in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and the Carolinas. The commercial business owns and operates diverse power generation assets in North America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets. Duke Energy is transforming its customers’ experience, modernizing its energy grid, generating cleaner energy, and expanding its natural gas infrastructure to create a smarter energy future for its customers. duke-energy.com.

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Chad McMahon · State Farm Opened in 2010, State Farm’s Chad McMahon aims to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. The company specializes in personal and commercial insurance, along with a full suite of financial services and banking products. They also provide free quotes on auto, home and life insurance. McMahon is a board member for the Haywood County United Way and the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce. As well, he’s a member of the Waynesville Rotary Club and Haywood County Realtors Association, and also a member of the Bronze Honor Club with State Farm. chadlmcmahon.com.

November Mountain Projects Created in 1965, Mountain Projects embodies the spirit of hope by improving communities in Haywood and Jackson counties so they become a better place to live. The organization is dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. With around 140 employees, Mountain Projects focuses on human services. The agency operates a food service business and resale store. It partners with community and government agencies to provide meals, education, transportation, financial support, senior activities, home repair and weatherization to various age groups. Age range is three months old to 90. Every three years, Mountain Projects updates its strategic plan by working with changing demographics within the community that require constant evaluation. An as-

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December Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn Atop a picturesque hill in West Waynesville, the Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn offers beautifully appointed guest rooms in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with each featuring panoramic views of the surrounding mountain range. “This hotel is perfect. The staff is friendly, the rooms clean, the property well maintained, the views are breathtaking, and the location is great. You can't ask for a better hotel than this. When in the area, I would not stay anywhere else,” commented a guest on Trip Advisor.

The inn consistently looks for ways to improve the guest experience by running tests on room quality and on other amenities around the property. The inn is involved in the community through representation on the board for the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, the Haywood County Tourism Development Authority, and also the board for the College of Business and the Hospitality Tourism program at Western Carolina University. bwsmokymountaininn.com.

February J.M. Teague Engineering Founded in 2010, J.M. Teague Engineering focuses on eight areas of service: traffic engineering, forensic engineering, bike and pedestrian engineering/planning, transportation

planning, land use planning, GIS and CAD mapping, education and training, and collaboration management. With a philosophy of “no client should have to contact us to get a project update,” the company was one of 150 businesses selected nationwide in 2016 to participate in the Goldman Sachs 6th Cohort of 10K Small Business Program. The program consisted of several months of training at Babson College (Massachusetts) to develop growth plans, address market challenges, financial strategies, leadership, and resource management. J.M. Teague Engineering gives back to the community through its involvement with the Haywood County Animal Shelter, American Red Cross, Relay for Life, Apple Harvest Festival, and the Haywood Habitat for Humanity, among other events and organizations. jmteagueengineering.com. J.M Teague Engineering.

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tegrity in the real estate profession. The association is very active in the community, where its members donate time to several local charities. Members participate each year during the United Way “Day of Caring,” and have also helped in construction of homes for the Haywood Habitat of Humanity in collaboration with the Waynesville Rotary Club. In 2007, the association was presented with the North Carolina Award for Outstanding Volunteer Services. The following year, the association raised over $30,000 for KARE. Each year, they also give scholarships to local high school seniors, an effort managed through the Haywood County Schools Foundation. hcbor.org.

The Buttered Biscuit Located on Dellwood Road within a stone’s throw of Lake Junaluska, The Buttered Biscuit opened its doors in March 2016. With over a dozen employees, the restaurant is a family-friendly dining experience, where customer service and a genuine flare for southern hospitality truly shine. With a menu of “down home cuisine,” The Buttered Biscuit is about hard work and great employees, where the company is constantly monitoring how they can better serve the clientele. And whenever folks or organizations swing through for a possible donation for a cause, The Buttered Biscuit continually supports all functions within the community with merchandise giveaways and monetary contributions. facebook.com/thebutteredbiscuit.

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May Main Street Mercantile Brian Cagle.

Haywood REALTOR Association Chartered in 1966, the Haywood REALTOR Association is a professional affiliation

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now there are three: Main Street Mercantile and its sister store J. Gabriel Boutique, and also Moonlight & Garbo, which offers affordable trendy clothing for everyday wear. The stores truly get to know what their customers need. The owners want those wandering through the door to have a personal experience, which helps build a large repeat customer base. The businesses continue to work with local charities to raise funds and donate items to several events, including REACH, Mountain Projects and Richie’s Alliance. 101mercantile.com.

June Steve McNeil Northwestern Mutual Based in Asheville, Steve McNeil of Northwestern Mutual holds true to the practice of serving business owners and professionals, helping them build a lifetime of financial security for themselves and their loved ones. The company specializes in life, disability and long-term care insurance, annuities and mutual funds. Northwestern Mutual has a history of taking long looks at new insurance products before committing resources to develop them. As a mutual company, the policy holders own the company, so leadership is careful about spending their assets. McNeil serves on the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is the chair for the Haywood County Business and Economic Development Committee. He’s also a member of the Fund for Haywood County, which is an affiliate of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. And as a member of the Waynesville Rotary Club, McNeil participates in a number of community service activities. stephenmcneil.nm.com.

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Membership Directory ANIMAL ADOPTION Sarge's Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc. 256 Industrial Park Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9050 sargeexecdir@gmail.com www.sargeanimals.org

ANTIQUES Balsam Antique Mall 25 Muse Business Park, STE 1, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-7070 balsammall@yahoo.com www.balsamantiquemall.com Haywood Rentals - Mauney Cove & Meadowland Apartments 58 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1688 dcj2905@bellsouth.net www.haywoodrentalsnc.com

Cherokee Historical Association PO Box 398, Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-2111 groupsandtouring@cherokeeadventure.com www.cherokeehistorical.org

Village Framer 56 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0823 ncjeannie@live.com www.frameshopwaynesville.com

Elevated Mountain Distilling Company 3732 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 944-0766 info@elevatedmountain.com www.elevatedmountain.com

ATTORNEY/LEGAL SERVICES Cannon Law, PC 1433 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4800 bcannon@cannonlawpc.net www.cannonlawpc.net

Ghost Town Adventure Park 16 Fie Top Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 542-1990 info@ghosttownadventurepark.com www.ghosttownadventurepark.com

James Weaver Kirkpatrick III, PA 37 Branner Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0801 kirk@jwklaw.net www.kirkpartricklawfirm.com

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 225 Everett St., Bryson City, NC 28713 (800) 872-4681 marketing@gsmr.com www.gsmr.com

Mountain View Housing, Inc. 30 Patrick Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-3565 mountainview.housing@gmail.com

Joel R. Weaver, PA 41 Woodland Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-0880 joel@jrwpa.com www.jrwpa.com

VantagePointe Homes @ Balsam Mountain 17 Wilkinson Pass Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-5505 leasing@balsammountainapartments.com www.balsammountainapartments.com

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-7777 janhyatt@cherokee.harrahs.com www.HarrahsCherokee.com

Wenzel & Wenzel, PLLC 166 Branner Ave., Suite A, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-9099 derek@wenzellawfirm.com www.wenzellawfirm.com

Rafting in the Smokies PO Box 592, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (800) 776-7238 Groupsales@raftinginthesmokies.com www.raftinginthesmokies.com

APPLIANCES Massie Furniture Co Inc. 45 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3311 jeff@massiefurniture.net

ART GALLERIES AND STUDIOS Inspired Art Ministry, Inc. 180 Lenoir Cir., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9197 Charspaintings@msn.com www.iamclasses.webs.com T. Pennington Art Gallery, Inc. 15 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-9284 tpennart@gmail.com www.tpennington.com

Twigs & Leaves Gallery 98 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-1940 gallery@twigsandleaves.com www.twigsandleaves.com

ATTRACTIONS Appalachian Barn Alliance PO Box 1441, Mars Hill, NC 28754 sandy.stevenson@appalachianbarns.org www.appalachianbarns.org Cataloochee Guest Ranch 119 Ranch Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1401 info@cataloocheeranch.com www.cataloocheeranch.com Cataloochee Ski Area 1080 Ski Lodge Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-0285 tbrown@cataloochee.com www.cataloochee.com Cataloochee Valley Tours, Inc. 49 Fancy Ln., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 450-7985 tourguide@cataloocheevalleytours.com www.cataloocheevalleytours.com

Rolling Thunder River Company 10160 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713 (828) 488-2030 rafting@rollingthunderriverco.com www.RollingThunderRiverCo.com Santa's Land 571 Wolfetown Rd., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-9191 santaslandmiami@yahoo.com www.santaslandnc.net Shelton House History Heritage & Crafts 49 Shelton St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1551 andera.long@sheltonhouse.org www.sheltonhouse.org Smoky Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine Highway 441 N., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-6574 www.smgrm.com

AUCTIONS WNC Regional Livestock Center, LLC 474 Stock Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-3700 wnclivestock@gmail.com www.wncrlc.com

AUTOMOTIVE Auto Star Family Dealerships 285 Hyatt Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2841 fred.waring@autostarusa.com www.autostarusa.com Autobell Car Wash 525 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-0322 chambers@autobell.com www.autobell.com Ken Wilson Ford 769 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-2313 kenwilsonford@kwford.com www.kwford.com Mr. Tire 1034 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9468 shop1427@mrtirestores.com www.mrtire.com NAPA Auto Parts 101 Park St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 586-6569 www.napaautopartsofwnc.com PK Garage 3379 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 944-0808 pksgaragenc@gmail.com www.pksgarage.com Sparksmith 182 Richland St., Suite 8, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 508-0917 sparksmith.auto@gmail.com www.sparksmithlighting.com Taylor Motor Co. 524 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5111 alanjones@taylormotorco.com www.taylormotorco.com Triangle Automotive Repair 1404 Brown Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9226 triauto1404@yahoo.com

Waynesville Tire 65 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-5387 Waynesvilletire@gmail.com www.waynesvilletire.com West Carolina Freightliner 750 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 667-3833 aaiken@westcarolinafreightliner.com www.westcarolinafreightliner.com

Downtown Waynesville Association 9 S. Main St. Suite 200, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3517 info@downtownwaynesville.com www.downtownwaynesville.com

Haywood Economic Development Council 28 Walnut St., STE 4, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3021 chipps@haywoodchamber.com www.haywoodedc.org Haywood REALTOR Association 695 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5096 exec@hcbor.org www.hcbor.org

Haywood Community College Small Business Center 144 Industrial Park Dr, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 627-4512 kmgould@haywood.edu www.SBC.Haywood.edu HVO, Inc. 172 Riverbend St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4455 rstamey@hvoinc.com www.hvoinc.com PIMSY EHR (Smoky Mountain Information Systems, Inc.) 274 S. Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (877) 334-8512 hello@pimsyehr.com www.pimsyehr.com RJ Young 60 N. Market St., Suite 200c, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 785-1454 medwards@bos-inc.com www.rjyoung.com

Historic Frog Level Merchants Association PO Box 1575, Waynesville, NC 28786 froglevelfestival@yahoo.com www.historicfroglevel.com

Smart Processing, LLC 53 Asheland Ave., Suite 103, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 225-1887 creece@smartprocessing.com www.smartprocessing.com

Smoky Mountain Home Builders Association PO Box 162, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-0221 info@smokymountainhba.org www.smokymountainhba.org

Staples 89 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2089 gm1823@staples.com www.staples.com

BUSINESS SERVICES A to Z Signs & Engraving 1516 Sulphur Springs Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-0983 jacob@AtoZSigns.net www.signsandengraving.net AmeriPride Linen & Uniform Services 398 Great Oak Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-2384 kevin.lowery@ameripride.com www.ameripride.com Aspire Training & Development PO Box 9, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-0956 aspire.waynesville@gmail.com www.AspireTrainingDevelopment.com

TCS Printing 1420 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 944-0009 waynesville@tcsprinting.com www.TCSprinting.com The Print Haus, Inc. 641 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8622 chris@theprinthaus.com www.theprinthaus.com

CHILD CARE Long's Chapel UMC 175 Old Clyde Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 456-3993 churchadmin@longschapel.com www.longschapel.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC, Inc 1233 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 356-2148 haywood@bbbswnc.org www.bbbswnc.org Friends of the Smokies 84 Coxe Ave., Suite 200, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 452-0720 anna@friendsofthesmokies.org www.friendsofthesmokies.org Great Smoky Mountain Association PO Box 130, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (828) 646-7861 ginger@gsmassoc.com www.smokiesinformation.org Haywood Advancement Foundation 28 Walnut St. STE 4, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 421-6687 markbc@charter.net Haywood Christian Ministry 150 Branner Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4838 aprice@haywoodministry.org www.haywoodministry.org Haywood County Arts Council 86 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0593 director@haywoodarts.org www.haywoodarts.org

COMPUTER SERVICES C.I.C. Technologies, Inc 34 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4414 jparker@cictech.net www.cictech.net Skyrunner, Inc. 5 Ravenscroft Dr., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 258-8562 helpdesk@skyrunner.net www.skyrunner.net

CONFERENCE AND MEETING SPACE Lake Logan Conference Center 25 Wormy Chestnut Ln., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-0095 lauri@lakelogan.org www.lakelogan.org Oak Park Inn & Conference Center 196 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-5328 oakparkinn@aol.com www.oakparkinn-waynesville.com ROOM 1902 1904 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 788-4272 PhilFerguson@TheSellersAgency.com www.ROOM1902.com

CONSTRUCTION

KARE, Inc. 1159 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8995 jschroer@karehouse.org www.karehouse.org

Ace Construction Enterprises PO Box 244, Canton, NC 28716 (828) 549-8223 contactus@aceconstructioninc.com www.aceconstructioninc.com

Kiwanis Club of Waynesville PO Box 815, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-0124 george.kenney@hotmail.com www.waynesville-nc.kiwanisone.org

America's Home Place 335 NP&L Loop, Franklin, NC 28734 (828) 349-0990 mdipp@americahomeplace.com www.americashomeplace.com/customhome-builders-in/franklin

LIFEWORKS with CWJC 56/58 Montgomery St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 546-3519 sledford66@gmail.com www.lifeworkswithcwjc.com Mountain Projects, Inc. 2177 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1447 pdavis@mountainprojects.org www.mountainprojects.org Reach of Haywood County 627 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7898 reachofhaywood@att.net www.reachofhaywood.org The Arc of Haywood County 407 Welch St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1980 admin@arcofhaywood.org www.arcofhaywood.org

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Haywood County Tourism Development Authority 1110 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 944-0761 lynn@visitncsmokies.com www.visitncsmokies.com

Haywood Chamber of Commerce 28 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3021 info@haywoodchamber.com www.haywoodchamber.com

American Red Cross Asheville Mtn Area Chapter 100 Edgewood Rd., Asheville, NC 28804 (828) 575-8834 allison.trask@redcross.org www.redcross.org

The Salvation Army 290 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7111 david.cope@uss.salvationarmy.org www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/waynesville

Haywood County SCORE 112 Virginia Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 275-4057 mike.mclean@scorevolunteer.org www.asheville.score.org

Clark Communications 2 Westside Dr., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 254-1432 ddiehn@oneclearchoice.com www.oneclearchoice.com

COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

Champion Janitorial Supply 17 Piney Park Rd., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 225-1075 bruce@champion-supply.com www.champion-supply.com

APAC TN Inc. - Harrison Division PO Box 6390, Knoxville, TN 37914 (828) 631-2836 gpfarmer@harrisoncc.com Best Built Inc. 4651 Crabtree Mountain Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 280-0415 bestbuiltinc@outlook.com www.bestbuiltcustoms.com Christian Brothers Roofing 32 Mongomery St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 919-6700 christianbrotherswnc@gmail.com Clark & Leatherwood, Inc. 179 Industrial Park Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4500 jmashburn@clarkandleatherwood.com www.clarkandleatherwood.com

Distinctive Building and Design, Inc. 24 Chloe Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4730 tom@distinctivecustomhomes.com www.DistinctiveCustomHomes.com

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Greene Brothers Well & Pump PO Box 724, Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-3170 gbwp@bellsouth.net www.greenebrothersdrilling.com Haywood Builders Supply 100 Charles St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6051 dwingate@haywoodbuilders.com www.haywoodbuilders.com Ledbetter's Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 8009 Carolina Blvd, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 452-4328 ledheatac@aol.com www.ledbettersheatingandair.com Lowe's of Waynesville 100 Liner Cove Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9999 sammy.s.kilby@store.lowes.com www.lowes.com RCF Inc. 560 Hazelwood Ave., Hazelwood, NC 28738 (828) 456-9570 rcfconst@bellsouth.net Richard Lanning Builders, Inc. 1550 Sulphur Springs Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2616 richard@richardlanningbuilders.com www.richardlanningbuilders.com Southern Concrete Materials 201 Boundary St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9048 jason.greene@scmusa.com www.scmusa.com Thunder Contracting, Inc 18001 Great Smoky Mtn Exp, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3335 beth@thunderdisaster.com www.thundercontractinginc.com

DEPARTMENT STORES Belk Department Store 265 Town Center Loop, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5117 Ashley_Tweed@belk.com www.belk.com/stores Wal-Mart Supercenter 135 Town Center Loop, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4828 www.walmart.com

DESIGN SERVICES A. Bailey Design 594 Owens Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 400-3882 ab@andybaileydesign.com www.andybaileydesign.com

DINING Angelo's Family Pizza, Inc. 166 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1886 crytalMH27@gmail.com www.angelospizzanc.com Balsam Mountain Inn & Restaurant 68 Seven Springs Dr., Balsam, NC 28707 (828) 456-9498 balsammountaininn@gmail.com www.balsammountaininn.net Birchwood Hall Southern Kitchen 111 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6111 birchwoodhallsk@gmail.com www.birchwoodhall.com Blimpie 1153 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-9415 kcllkfc@aol.com www.blimpie.com Bocelli's Italian Eatery and PUB319 319 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4900 schattie@charter.net www.bocellisitalianeatery.com www.pub319socialhouse.com Bogarts Restaurant & Tavern 303 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1313 bogartswaynesville@gmail.com www.bogartswaynesville.com Bojangles of WNC, LLC 1850 South Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6060 dminnick.boj@gmail.com www.bofanatics.com Bojangles of WNC, LLC Hwy 19, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 277-1660 dminnick.boj@gmail.com www.bofanatics.com Bojangles of WNC, LLC 734 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-7040 amanda.housand@bojangles.com www.bofanatics.com Brio Tuscan Grille 777 Casino Dr., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-8233 chrk.manager@bbrg.com www.brioitalian.com Classic Wineseller 20 Church St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6000 richard@classicwineseller.com www.classicwineseller.com CLCC Entertainment 111 Sheppard Park, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 476-6904 tinaltuten@gmail.com Coffee Cup Cafe 48 Haywood Park Dr., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-8905 heidi@coffeecupcafenc.com www.coffeecupcafenc.com Fat Buddies BBQ 193 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6368 jstjohn49@gmail.com www.fatbuddiesribsandbbq.com

Firefly Taps & Grill 128 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-5400 kattster@aol.com www.fireflytapsandgrill.com

The Swag 2300 Swag Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-0430 becky@theswag.com www.theswag.com

Frankies Italian Trattoria 1037 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-6216 louis@frankiestrattoria.com www.frankiestrattoria.com

Zaxby's 424 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2888 yeed88@yahoo.com www.zaxbys.com

Jack the Dipper Ice Cream 76 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9766 groth@mooresvilleicecream.com www.jackthedipper.com Jukebox Junction Restaurant & Soda Shoppe 6306 Pigeon Rd., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-4546 myttymyke@aol.com www.jukeboxjunctioneat.com Kanini's Restaurant and Catering 1196 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 507-3654 kaninis@kaninis.com www.kaninis.com Kentucky Fried Chicken 667 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6626 kcllkfc@aol.com www.kfc.com McDonald's Restaurants 702 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 235-1960 chuck@cedwardsgroup.com www.cedwardsgroup.com

EDUCATION Foundation Forward, Inc. 134 S. Sterling St., Morganton, NC 28655 (828) 475-6670 yourchartersoffreedomteam@gmail.com www.foundationforward.com Haywood Community College 185 Freedlander Dr., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-4516 bmparker@haywood.edu www.haywood.edu Haywood County Schools Board of Education 1230 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2400 nolte@haywood.k12.nc.us www.haywood.k12.nc.us Inspired Art Ministry, Inc. 180 Lenoir Cir., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9197 Charspaintings@msn.com iamclasses.webs.com

McDonald's Restaurants 14 Plaza Loop, Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-6399 chuck@cedwardsgroup.com www.cedwardsgroup.com

Junaluska Elementary School 2238 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2407 amasciar@haywood.k12.nc.us jes.haywood.k12.nc.us

Pisgah Inn Blue Ridge Pkwy. Milepost 408, Candler, NC 28715 (828) 235-8228 sjohnston@pisgahinn.com www.pisgahinn.com

Lenoir-Rhyne University Center for Graduate Studies of Asheville 36 Montford Ave., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 407-4263 michael.dempsey@lr.edu www.lr.edu/asheville

Sagebrush Steakhouse-Canton 1941 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-3750 aamoroso@sagebrushstakehouse.com www.sagebrushsteakhouse.com

Shining Rock Classical Academy 1023 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 738-2665 bbutler@srca.school www.srca.teamcfa.school

Sagebrush Steakhouse-Waynesville 895 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5822 aamoroso@sagebrushstakehouse.com www.sagebrushsteakhouse.com Southern Porch Kitchen & Drink 117 Main St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 492-8006 michaela@southern-porch.com www.southern-porch.com Sweet Onion Restaurant 39 Miller St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-5559 dan@sweetonionrestaurant.com www.sweetonionrestaurant.com The Butted Biscuit 1226 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-6682 Butteredbiscuit1226@gmail.com www.butteredbiscuitwnc.com

Western Carolina University 501 Robinson Admin. Bldg., Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828) 227-7100 chcollins@wcu.edu www.wcu.edu Western Carolina University - College of Business 124 C Forsyth Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828) 227-3009 keflynt@wcu.edu www.wcu.edu

ELDER CARE Haywood House 27 N. Main St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 276-1004 hayw.bom@affinitylivinggroup.com www.affinitylivinggroup.com

Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center 251 Shelton St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8365 aaron@haywoodlodge.com www.haywoodlodge.com Maggie Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation 75 Fisher Loop, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-4326 kmathis@maximushg.com www.maggievalleyrehab.com

Badcock & More Home Furniture 356 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1522 cole.lawson@badcock.com www.badcock.com

Division of Workforce Solutions Haywood County Career Center 1170 N Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6061 lisa.morris@nccommerce.com www.ncworks.gov Goodwill Career Connections 23 Hendrix St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9233 mwhitmire@goodwillnwnc.org www.goodwillwnc.org Haywood County NCWorks Career Center 1170 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6061 dale.west@nccommers.com www.ncworks.gov HVO, Inc. 172 Riverbend St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4455 rstamey@hvoinc.com www.hvoinc.com

ENTERTAINMENT Classic Wineseller 20 Church St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6000 richard@classicwineseller.com www.classicwineseller.com Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-7777 janhyatt@cherokee.harrahs.com www.HarrahsCherokee.com HART- Haywood Arts Regional Theatre 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6322 boxoffice@harttheatre.org www.harttheatre.org Haywood County Arts Council 86 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0593 director@haywoodarts.org www.haywoodarts.org

Voices In The Laurel PO Box 1581, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 564-3310 voicesinthelaurel@gmail.com www.voicesinthelaurel.org

ESTATE SALES Frog Pond Estate Sales 10 Commerce St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-3874 worktobuy@yahoo.com www.frogleveldownsizing.com

FACILITY RENTALS Appalachian Farm Weddings & Events 592 Qualla Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 400-9800 appalachianfarmweddings@gmail.com www.appalachianfarmweddings.com Inn at Tranquility Farm 1804 Camp Branch Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 564-1105 sutton@innattranquilityfarm.com www.innattranquilityfarm.com Lake Logan Conference Center 25 Wormy Chestnut Ln., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-0095 lauri@lakelogan.org www.lakelogan.org Majors Estate 1610 Perth Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 550-8047 sherriegreen655@gmail.com www.majorsestate.com/ ROOM 1902 c/o The Sellers Agency 1904 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 788-4272 philferguson@thesellersagency.com www.ROOM1902.com The Farm, A Gathering Place & The Farm Kitchen 215 Justice Ridge Rd., Candler, NC 28715 (828) 667-0666 info@thefarmevents.com www.thefarmevents.com Wells Events & Reception Center 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 476-5070 wellseventscenter@gmail.com www.wellseventscenter.com

FAMILY, COMMUNITY & NON-PROFIT Daniel Boone Council, BSA 333 W. Haywood St., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 254-6189 DBCBSA@danielboonecouncil.org www.danielboonecouncil.org

FESTIVALS Folkmoot USA 112 Virginia Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2997 info@folkmoot.org www.folkmootusa.org Smoky Mountain Folk Festival 58 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1688 properties@haywoodrentalsnc.com www.smokymountainfolkfestival.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group 244 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 263-6625 latishaperkins@atlanticbay.com www.atlanticbay.com

First Citizens Bank - Waynesville 196 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6300 lorinda.whaley@firstcitizens.com www.firstcitizens.com HomeTrust Bank - Clyde 8583 Carolina Blvd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-9621 tina.ramsey@hometrustbanking.com www.hometrustbanking.com HomeTrust Bank - Waynesville 800 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7330 patsy.rogers@hometrustbanking.com www.hometrustbanking.com Lynn Sylvester, CPA, PA 675 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6505 lynn@lascpa-nc.com www.lascpa-nc.com Merrill Lynch - Keller Ferrell 1 N. Pack Sq., 2nd Floor, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 258-4420 gerald_keller@ml.com fa.ml.com/thekellergroup

BB&T Bank - Waynesville 370 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9092 mcclark@bbandt.com www.bbt.com

Merrill Lynch - Susan Sorrells, CFP, CRPC 1 North Pack Square, 2nd Floor, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 258-4452 susan_sorrells@ml.com www.fa.ml.com/susan_sorrells

Carolina Farm Credit 1510 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1418 dsilvers@cfarmc.com www.carolinafarmcredit.com

Mountain Credit Union 721 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2216 danathompson@mountaincu.org www.mountaincu.org

Champion Credit Union - Canton 1 Academy St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-1515 ccu@championcu.com www.championcu.com

PennFirst Mortgages 20 Battery Park Ave., Ste 615, Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 226-4267 greg@pennfirstmortgages.com www.pennfirstmortgages.com

Champion Credit Union - Waynesville 311 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6268 ccu@championcu.com www.championcu.com Edward Jones - Jack Bishop III 209 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4048 jack.bishopIII@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com Edward Jones - Jeremy Phillips 385 N. Haywood St., Ste 2, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0635 Jeremy.Phillips@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com/en_US/fa/index.h tml&CIRN=510838

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EMPLOYMENT

Spinfire Entertainment, LLC 40 Wayward Path, Candler, NC 28715 (828) 400-2736 info@spinfiredj.com www.spinfiredj.com

Entegra Bank 2045 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3006 ltragesser@entegrabank.com www.entegrabank.com

David's Home Entertainment 2566 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 452-5534 daro@Davidshomeentertainment.com www.davidshomeentertainment.com

United Way of Haywood County 1233 N. Main St. STE 14, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 356-2832 cwillett@uwhaywood.org www.uwhaywood.org

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ELECTRONICS

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Rd., Franklin, NC 28734 (828) 524-1598 scotty@greatmountainmusic.com www.greatmountainmusic.com

Ray, Bumgarner, Kingshill and Associates 385 N. Haywood St., STE 3, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4734 markcpa@rbk-cpa.com www.rbk-cpa.com Richard C. Tirrell, CPA 854 Mount Valley Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 734-4677 RCTCPA@hotmail.com State Farm - Angie Franklin 1908 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8200 Angie@AngieFranklin.com www.angiefranklin.com

Edward Jones - Justin W. Powell 15 Woodland Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9817 jodi.pasour@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com

TD Bank 217 Branner Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-9908 christopher.shirlin@td.com www.tdbank.com

Edward Jones - Lisa R. Ferguson 387 N. Main St., Haywood, NC 28786 (828) 456-9905 lisa.ferguson@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com

United Community Bank 165 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0307 mike_mckinney@ucbi.com www.ucbi.com

The Haywood Chamber of Commerce

Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC - Larry East, CFPÂŽ First Vice President-Investments 52 Walnut St., STE 6, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7407 larry.east@wfadvisors.com home.wellsfargoadvisors.com/larry.east Wells Fargo Bank 339 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2300 karen.m.morrow@wellsfargo.com www.wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 339 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (207) 409-5020 frank.j.agnelli@wellsfargo.com www.wellsfargo.com WNC Community Credit Union 27 Kent Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-1840 rcrawford@wncccu.org www.wncccu.org

FUNERAL SERVICES Garrett Hillcrest Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations 460 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8656 chadwell.hamiel@dignitymemorial.com www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com Wells Funeral Homes Inc. & Cremation Services of Canton 3715 Asheville Hwy., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-2371 wellsfhc@bellsouth.net www.wellsfuneralhome.com Wells Funeral Homes Inc. & Cremation Services of Waynesville 296 N Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3535 wellsfhw@bellsouth.net www.wellsfuneralhome.com

FURNITURE Aaron's 143 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3130 C0394@aarons.com www.shopaarons.com Badcock & More Home Furniture 356 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1522 cole.lawson@badcock.com www.badcock.com Carolina Furniture Concepts 121 Eagles Nest Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-9293 sandeepgupta@123cfc.com www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com Massie Furniture Co Inc. 45 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3311 jeff@massiefurniture.net

GOLF Balsam Mountain Preserve 81 Preserve Rd., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 631-1040 info@balsammountain.com www.balsammountainpreserve.com

Laurel Ridge Country Club 49 Cupp Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0545 info@laurelridgegolf.com www.laurelridgeexperience.com Maggie Valley Club & Resort 1819 Country Club Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1616 info@maggievalleyclub.com www.maggievalleyclub.com

HEALTH CARE SERVICES BAYADA Home Health Care 50 South Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0010 Hay-office@bayada.com www.bayada.com

Springdale Country Club 200 Golfwatch Rd., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 235-8451 michaelboss63@gmail.com www.springdalegolf.com

Blue Mountain Chiropractic, Dr. Mike Hogan 270 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9555 mrihogan@gmail.com www.bluemtnchiro.com

The Waynesville Inn, Golf Resort & Spa 176 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3551 operations@twigolfresort.com www.thewaynesvilleinn.com

Care Partners Home Health Services 88 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3600 susan.parham@msj.org www.carepartners.org

GOVERNMENT Haywood County Government 215 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6625 david.francis@haywoodcountync.gov www.haywoodnc.net Town of Clyde 8437 Carolina Blvd, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-2566 joy.garland@townofclyde.com www.townofclyde.com Town of Waynesville 16 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2491 aowens@waynesvillenc.gov www.waynesvillenc.gov

HARDWARE STORES Haywood Ace Hardware & Garden Center 1391 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-0300 haywoodace@att.net www.haywoodace.com

HEALTH FITNESS

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All About Fitness 177 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6575 allaboutfitnessinc@outlook.com www.allaboutfitnesswnc.com Be Well Western Carolina, LLC 29 Forga Plaza Loop, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-7702 michelle@bewellwc.com www.bewellwc.com

Carolina Breathing Solutions 755 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1919 breathing1@bellsouth.net www.carolinabreathingsolutions.com Crescent Health Solutions, Inc. 1200 Ridgefield Blvd., STE 215, Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 670-9145 desiree.greene@crescenths.com www.crescenths.com Four Seasons the Care You Trust 571 South Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731 (828) 692-6178 cdavis@fourseasonscfl.org www.fourseasonscfl.org Great Beginnings Pediatric Dental Specialist & Great Smiles Orthodontic Specialist 50 Bowman Dr., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 454-9156 waynesville@greatbeginningspedo.com www.begreatdental.com Haywood Cancer Center - 21st Century Oncology 600 Hospital Dr., STE 10, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 452-2320 sha@shallc.net www.21co.com Haywood Family Eye Care 29 N Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8361 office@haywoodfamilyeye.com www.haywoodfamilyeye.com Haywood Regional Medical Center 262 Leroy George Dr., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 456-7311 kim.jackson@haymed.org www.myhaywoodregional.com

Maggie Mountain Fitness 1370 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 564-3639 leahfit5@yahoo.com www.maggiemountainfitness.com

John M. Highsmith, DDS 78 Nelson St., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-9282 office@drhighsmith.com www.drhighsmith.com

Waynesville Salt Room 32 Montgomery St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-0788 frontdesk@waynesvillesaltroom.com waynesvillesaltroom.com

Kim's Pharmacy 366 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2313 kimsrx@gmail.com www.kimsrx.com

LIFESPAN 2143 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1720 jfranklin@lifespanservices.org www.lifespanservices.org Mark's Pharmacy 97 Kent LN, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6191 christynkirk@gmail.com www.sylvadrugstore.com Michael Gillespie, DDS 611 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9007 frontdesk@drgillespie.com www.drgillespie.com Mountain Audiology, Inc. 61 Haywood Park Dr., STE B, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-1950 emaxwell@mtnaudio.com www.mtnaudio.com Mountain Eye Associates, PLLC 486 Hospital Dr., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 452-5816 ajk@mountaineyeassociates.com www.mountaineyeassociates.com Silver Bluff Village 100 Silver Bluff Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-2044 bleatherwood@silverbluffvillage.com www.silverbluffvillage.com Skyland Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc. 3845 Hendersonville Rd., Fletcher, NC 28732 (828) 684-1644 skylandprosthetics@skylandprosthetics.net www.skylandprosthetics.net Smoky Mountain Foot & Ankle Clinic PA 289 Access Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 452-4343 www.smokymountainfootclinic.com Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center 1349 Crabtree Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 454-9260 smk18-admin@smokymountaincare.com www.smokymountaincare.com Southeastern Sports Medicine 35 Valley View Terrace, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-9816 heather.underwood@unchealth.unc.edu www.southeasternsportsmedicine.com Yarrington Physical Therapy & Sports Care, Inc. 13 Haywood Office Park, Bldg B, Ste 108, Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 452-1306 eric@yarringtonpt.com www.yarringtonpt.com Yurko Dental Excellence 419 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 456-6226 yde1@yurkodentalexcellence.net www.waynesvilledentist.com

HEALTHCARE NETWORKS Crescent Health Solutions, Inc. 1200 Ridgefield Blvd., STE 215, Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 670-9145 desiree.greene@crescenths.com www.crescenths.com

INSURANCE Allstate Insurance - Georgi Insurance Group, Inc. 283 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2815 olgageorgi2@allstate.com www.agents.allstate.com/olga-georgiwaynesville-nc

Haywood Insurance Service, Inc. 977 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2243 floydt@haywoodins.com L.N. Davis Insurance Agency 143 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2876 lndavis@lndavis.com www.lndavis.com

Northwestern Mutual 4 Vanderbilt Park Dr., STE 350, Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 316-9614 stephen.mcneil@nm.com stephenmcneil.nm.com Overbay Insurance Services 219 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4699 jon@overbayinsurance.com www.overbayinsurance.com Sheppard Insurance Group 6792 Carolina Blvd, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-2826 kathy@sheppardinsurancegroup.com www.SheppardInsuranceGroup.com Stanberry Insurance - Waynesville 406 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1341 kevin.stanberry@stanberry-ins.com www.stanberry-ins.com State Farm - Angie Franklin 1908 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8200 Angie@AngieFranklin.com www.angiefranklin.com State Farm - Chad McMahon 97 Lee St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0567 chad@chadlmcmahon.com www.chadlmcmahon.com The Pressley Group Allstate Insurance Jeremy Pressley 418 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1898 jpressley@allstate.com agents.allstate.com/jeremy-pressleywaynesville-nc.html

Hidden Hollow Designs, LLC 117 Secret Hollow Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-1007 patty@hiddenhollowdesigns.com www.hiddenhollowdesigns.com

Almost Heaven Bed & Breakfast 147 Preservation Way, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6671 innkeepers_almostheavenBB@yahoo.com www.almostheavenbedandbreakfast.com

Kathryn Greeley Designs 619 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2093 kathryn@kathryngreeleydesigns.com kathryngreeleydesigns.com

Andon-Reid Inn Bed and Breakfast 92 Daisy Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3089 info@andonreidinn.com www.andonreidinn.com

The Superior Finish, Inc. 145 Brd.view Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8668 superiorfinish@bellsouth.net www.thesuperiorfinishinteriors.com

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER

Balsam Mountain Inn & Restaurant 68 Seven Springs Dr., Balsam, NC 28707 (828) 456-9498 balsammountaininn@gmail.com www.balsammountaininn.net Best Western Mountain Brook Inn 3811 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-3962 34114@hotel.bestwestern.com www.bestwestern.com/mountainbrookinn

Holiday Inn Asheville - Biltmore West 435 Smokey Park Highway, Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 665-2161 hkarvir@holidayinnbiltmore.com, celina@hollidayinnbiltomre.com www.holidayinnbiltmore.com Jonathan Creek Inn 4324 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1232 jeff@jonathancreekinn.com www.jonathancreekinn.com Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center 759 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 452-2881 rwatkins@lakejunaluska.com www.lakejunaluska.com Lake Logan Conference Center 25 Wormy Chestnut Ln., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-0095 lauri@lakelogan.org www.lakelogan.org

Balsam West Fiber NET, LLC 52 Colonial Sq., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 339-2900 tmcelroy@balsamwest.net www.balsamwest.net

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn 130 Shiloh Tr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4402 managerbwsmi@outlook.com www.bwsmokymountaininn.com

Maggie Valley Club & Resort 1819 Country Club Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1616 info@maggievalleyclub.com www.maggievalleyclub.com

Carolina Mountain Cablevision Inc. 4930 Jonathan Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-2288 cmc@cbvnol.com www.cbvnol.com

Boyd Mountain Log Cabins 445 Boyd Farm Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-1575 info@boydmountain.com www.boydmountain.com

Oak Hill on Love Lane Bed & Breakfast 224 Love Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7037 stay@oakhillonloveln..com www.OakHillonLoveLn..com

Brookside Mountain Mist Inn 142 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6880 info@brooksidemountainmistbb.com www.brooksidemountainmistbb.com

Oak Park Inn & Conference Center 196 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-5328 oakparkinn@aol.com www.oakparkinn-waynesville.com

Skyrunner, Inc. 5 Ravenscroft Dr., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 258-8562 helpdesk@skyrunner.net www.skyrunner.net

JEWELERS Studio Thirty Three 822 Balsam Ridge Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-0003 diannah.studio33@gmail.com www.studio33jewelry.com

LANDSCAPING Boyd's Landscaping & Hydroseeding 143 Boyd Farm Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-8888 trees@boydmountain.com www.boydmountainchristmastreefarm.com

Buffalo Creek Vacations 226 Bison Run Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 550-0960 cheryl@buffalocreekvacations.net www.buffalocreekvacationsnc.com

Pisgah Inn Blue Ridge Pkwy. Milepost 408, Candler, NC 28715 (828) 235-8228 sjohnston@pisgahinn.com www.pisgahinn.com

Carolina Vacations, Inc. 1984 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-0871 management@CarolinaVacations.com www.CarolinaVacations.com

Premier Vacation Rentals 2787 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-6025 melissa@pvrnc.com www.pvrnc.com

Cataloochee Guest Ranch 119 Ranch Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1401 info@cataloocheeranch.com www.cataloocheeranch.com

Red Leaf River Inn 146 Chestnut Walk Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 283-0763 redleafriverinn@gmail.com www.redleafriverinn.com

Holland Services of Haywood County 228 Wild Rose Ln., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 421-0487 hollandservicesofhc@gmail.com

Creekwood Farm RV Park 4696 Jonathan Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-7977 creekwoodfarmrv@main.nc.us www.creekwoodfarmrv.com

Laurel Crest Landscapes, Inc. 52 Sugar Loaf Rd., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 316-7862 laurelcrestnc@yahoo.com www.sylvalandscapers.com/

Grandview Lodge & Wedding Venue 466 Lickstone Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-5212 gvlbb@yahoo.com www.GrandviewLodgeNC.com

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Leavitt Recreation & Hospitality Insurance 5948 Huntington Dr., Grovetown, GA 30813 (605) 423-4356 kim-ayers@leavitt.com www.leavitt.com

LODGING

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr., Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 497-7777 janhyatt@cherokee.harrahs.com www.HarrahsCherokee.com

Larry W. Payne Agency-Nationwide Insurance 987 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7626 larry.payne@nationwide.com www.Larrywpayne.com

Distinctive Building and Design, Inc. 24 Chloe Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4730 tom@distinctivecustomhomes.com www.DistinctiveCustomHomes.com

Mountain View Landscaping & Design, Inc. 182 Richland St., STE 11, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-8643 mountainviewlandscaping@yahoo.com mountainviewlandscapewnc.com

Experience Haywood 2018

General Insurance 1023 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2801 sdavis@giswnc.net www.giswnc.net

INTERIOR DESIGN/DECORATORS

Smoky View Cottages & RV Resort 72 Crider Circle, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1245 accounts@smokyviewcottages.com www.smokyviewcottages.com Springdale Country Club 200 Golfwatch Rd., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 235-8451 michaelboss63@gmail.com www.springdalegolf.com

The Haywood Chamber of Commerce

The Farm, A Gathering Place & The Farm Kitchen 215 Justice Ridge Rd., Candler, NC 28715 (828) 667-0666 info@thefarmevents.com www.thefarmevents.com

Shondra Grant HIBU Account Executive 6300 C. St. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (828) 771-6233 shondra.grant@hibu.com www.hibu.com

The Swag 2300 Swag Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-0430 becky@theswag.com www.theswag.com

Text Services LLC 25 Staymen Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 585-5832 x 709 leannajones@textservicesllc.com www.textservicesllc.com

The Waynesville Inn, Golf Resort & Spa 176 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3551 operations@twigolfresort.com www.thewaynesvilleinn.com The Windover Inn Bed & Breakfast 40 Old Hickory St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (866) 452-4411 relax@windoverinn.com www.windoverinn.com The Yellow House On Plott Creek Road 89 Oakview Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0991 info@theyellowhouse.com www.theyellowhouse.com

MAIL & POSTAGE SERVICE Allegra Marketing Print Mail 88 Roberts St., Asheville, NC 28801-3149 (828) 236-0076 Dave@AllegraAsheville.com www.AllegraAsheville.com

MANUFACTURERS

The Mountaineer 220 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0661 jkey@themountaineer.com www.themountaineer.com WNC Woman Magazine PO Box 648, Asheville, NC 28802 828-649-9955 info@wncwoman.com www.wncwoman.com XAPP Design, LLC 126 Poplar Dr., Clyde, NC 28721 (866) 477-9277 lorelei@xappdesign.com www.xappdesign.com

MEDIA Frank G. McCoy 24180 Forest Dr., Forest Lake, IL 60047 (847) 757-8516 fmc@ieee.org

Evergreen Packaging 175 Main St, Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-2318 michael.ferguson@everpack.com www.evergreenpackaging.com

iHeartMedia 13 Summerlin Rd., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 257-2700 brianhall@iheartmedia.com www.iheartmedia.com

Giles Chemical PO Box 370, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4784 contactgiles@gileschemical.com www.gileschemical.com

Rapid River Magazine 85 N. Main St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 452-0228, 646-0071 rick@rapidr.rmagazine.com www.RapiDr.rMagazine.com

Pepsi Cola Company PO Box 1207, Fletcher, NC 28732 (828) 650-7800 msmith@pepsihky.com

Smoky Mountain Living Magazine 144 Montgomery St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2251 ads@smokymountainnews.com www.smliv.com

Sonoco Plastics 288 Howell Mill Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4774 judy.webb@sonoco.com www.sonoco.com/productsandservices/pl astics.aspx Sunburst Trout Farm LLC 128 Raceway Place, Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-3010 Anna@SunburstTrout.com www.sunbursttrout.com

MARKETING Moxxie Marketing 730 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6667 nikki@moxxiemarketing.com www.moxxiemarketing.com

The Laurel of Asheville, LLC PO Box 2059, Asheville, NC 28802 (828) 670-7503 adrianne@thelaurelofasheville.com www.thelaurelofasheville.com

Smoky Mountain News 144 Montgomery St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-4251 info@smokymountainnews.com www.smokymountainnews.com Spectrum Reach 89 Peachtree Rd., Ste 200, Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 505-7623 donna.hammett@spectrum.com www.spectrumreach.com The Mountaineer 220 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0661 jkey@themountaineer.com www.themountaineer.com

Vicinitus Haywood PO Box 1152, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 476-6055 caroladams@vicinitus.com www.vicinitus.com WPTL Radio 920 AM 133 Pisgah Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-3576 admin@wptlradio.net www.wptlradio.net

MICROBREWERY Bearwaters Brewing Company 101 Park St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 593-8679 info@bearwatersbrewing.com www.bwbrewing.com Boojum Brewing Company 357 Dayton Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 944-0888 elisa@boojambrewing.com www.boojumbrewing.com Classic Wineseller 20 Church St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6000 richard@classicwineseller.com www.classicwineseller.com Frog Level Brewing Company 56 Commerce St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-5664 froglevelbrewing@gmail.com www.froglevelbrewing.com

MOVING AND STORAGE Bethel Self Storage 3695 Pisgah Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-5456 diannetatham@yahoo.com Haywood Secure Storage, Inc. 7066 Old Clyde Rd., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-0147 info@haywoodsecure.com www.haywoodsecure.com

PERSONAL SERVICES 42 Rue Beauty Salon 79 Ed Green Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 702-0375 keturahrb@yahoo.com www.42ruesalon.com Blue Moon Salon 300 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2115 mgc100@charter.net www.bluemoonsalon.net

PET SERVICES K-9 Curriculum, Inc. 64 Main St., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 620-8186 K9curriculum@outlook.com www.K9curriculum.com The Dog House 310 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3753 thedoghousewaynesville@yahoo.com www.thedoghousewaynesville.com

PROFESSIONAL HOME AND BUSINESS SERVICES A Better Clean (Hard Surface & Carpet Cleaning) 114 Spring Meadow Ln., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 400-3650 info@abettercleanhsr.com www.abettercleanhsr.com Clegg's Pest Control 276 B Haywood Rd., Asheville, NC 27715 (828) 253-8131 jonathanwilliams@cleggs.com www.cleggs.com M. B. Haynes Corporation 187 Deaverview Rd., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 254-6141 tedwards@mbhaynes.com www.haynesheating.com Mike's Heating & Cooling 329 Dogwood Rd., Candler, NC 28715 (828) 665-4343 info@mikesheatingandcooling.com www.mikesheatingandcooling.com Perfect Touch 8716 Hwy. 74 W., STE B, Whittier, NC 28789 (828) 476-8850 info@dirtalerts.com www.dirtalerts.com Service Master of Haywood County 2803 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-0887 smhayco@charter.net www.myservicemaster.com/7756 Terminix Service, Inc. 3241 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3729 waynesville@trustterminix.com www.trustterminix.com White & Williams Co. Inc. 514 Swannanoa River Rd., Asheville, NC 28805 (828) 296-0267 rsales@wwhvac.com www.whiteandwilliams.net

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Maggie Valley Wellness Center 461 Moody Farm Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 944-0288 mvalleywellness@gmail.com www.maggievalleywellness.com

A Shot Above of WNC 21 Cougar Trail, Clyde, NC 28786 (828) 593-8321 flyguy2010a@yahoo.com www.ashot-above.com

Magnolia Concierge WNC PO box 997, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 400-6708 magnoliaconciergewnc@gmail.com www.magnoliaconciergewnc.com

Beth Brown Photography 871 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 550-1272 beth@bethbrownphoto.com www.bethbrownphoto.com

Civil Design Concepts PO Box 5432, Asheville, NC 28813 (828) 452-4410 patrick@cdcgo.com www.civildesignconcepts.com Forrest Firm, P.C. 1 Haywood St., Suite 477, A sheville, NC 28801 (828) 552-5458 martha.bradley@forrestfirm.com www.forrestfirm.com

NEO Corporation 289 Silkwood Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 456-4332 kcook@neocorporation.com www.neocorporation.com

TNB Consulting Group, Inc. 665 Hickory Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-4525 Nyda@TNBGroup.com www.tnbgroup.com Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC - Larry East, CFPÂŽ First Vice President-Investments 52 Walnut St., STE 6, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7407 larry.east@wfadvisors.com home.wellsfargoadvisors.com/larry.east Wenzel & Wenzel, PLLC 166 Branner Ave., Suite A, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-9099 derek@wenzellawfirm.com www.wenzellawfirm.com

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Promotional Products - WNC 898 Acres View Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 454-0896 jhddsd@bellsouth.net www.promotionalproductswnc.norwood.com The Print Haus, Inc. 641 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8622 chris@theprinthaus.com www.theprinthaus.com

REAL ESTATE Balsam Mountain Preserve 81 Preserve Rd., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 631-1040 info@balsammountain.com www.balsammountainpreserve.com

Better Homes & Garden Real Estate Heritage 1986 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-5200 mre@bhgheritage.com www.bhgheritage.com Beverly-Hanks & Associates - Mark Zaffrann REALTOR 74 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 356-4094 mzaffrann@beverly-hanks.com www.beverly-hanks.com/agents/mzaffrann Beverly-Hanks & Associates - Michelle McElroy 74 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-9463 michelle@beverly-hanks.com www.beverly-hanks.com Beverly-Hanks & Associates Realtors 74 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5809 briancagle@beverly-hanks.com www.beverly-hanks.com Beverly-Hanks-Hayden Honerkamp 74 Season Dr, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 550-5121 haydenhonerkamp@beverly-hanks.com www.beverlyhanks.com/agents/haydenhonerkamp Carolina Living Choices Retirement Guide 1854 Hendersonville Rd., Suite A #243, Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 676-4980 marketing@carolinalivingchoices.com www.carolinalivingchoices.com Coldwell Banker 20 Town Mountain Rd., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 400-8647 george.mills@coldwellbanker.com www.coldwellbankerking.com Elk Country Realty 212 Campbell Creek Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-0091 JimBlyth@iCloud.com www.elkcountryrealty.com ERA - Sunburst Realty 147 Walnut St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7376 sunburst@sunburstrealty.com www.sunburstrealty.com

Jerry Lee Mountain Realty, Inc. 2650 Soco Rd., Ste. B, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 230-1082 jerryhatley@bellsouth.net JerryLeeMountainRealty.com Keller Williams Great Smokies Realty 434 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-5155 klrw973@kw.com www.kellerwilliamswaynesville.com Keller Williams Realty Great Smokies Gina Kinder 434 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 506-9367 gina@ginakindersells.com www.ginakindersells.com Keller Williams Realty Great Smokies Tavia Thomas 434 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-9878 tavia@taviathomas.com www.searchthemountains.net Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center 759 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 452-2881 rwatkins@lakejunaluska.com www.lakejunaluska.com McGovern Property Management and Real Estate Sales 284 B N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1519 mcgovernpropertymgt@gmail.com www.shamrock13.com Pioneer Mobile Home Park 201 Crooked Fork Ln., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 400-5119 smithbro@bellsouth.net RE/MAX Executive 71 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-9029 davidwillett1@live.com www.remax-waynesvillenc.com Realty World Mountains 3549 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 355-6288 mark@rwmountains.com www.rwmountains.com Rob Roland Realty , Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-1923 rroland33@gmail.com www.robrolandrealty.com Southeastern Development & Acquisition, LLC 102 Lochview Dr., Cary, NC 27518 (919) 608-1739 sedev@nc.rr.com

TFM Carolina, Inc. 120 High Hickory Trail, S wannanoa, NC 28778 (828) 645-8815 les@tfmcarolina.com www.tfmcarolina.com True Blue Home Watch 40 Corbin Shady Ln, Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 558-1114 truebluehomewatch@gmail.com Waynesville Shopping Center, LLC 435 Overlook Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-3940 Wenzel & Wenzel, PLLC 166 Branner Ave., Suite A, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-9099 derek@wenzellawfirm.com www.wenzellawfirm.com White Oak Partnership 1947 Lee Rd., Winter Park, FL 32789 (407) 694-8689 ardaman@fishbacklaw.com www.WhiteOakMountain.net Woolmington-Smith Ventures 212 Fennel Dun Circle, Biltmore Lake, NC 28715 craigwool@outlook.com

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Smathers & Smathers Attorneys At Law 118 Main St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-8240 pat@smatherslaw.com zeb@smatherslaw.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lifestyle Properties April Sutton 21 Long Shoals Rd., Suite 100, Arden, NC 28704 (828) 274-1091 aprilsutton@bhhslp.com www.aprilsutton.bhhslifestyleproperties.com

Haywood Rentals - Mauney Cove & Meadowland Apartments 58 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1688 dcj2905@bellsouth.net www.haywoodrentalsnc.com

Sunburst Realty Rentals 147 Walnut St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-7376 sunburst@sunburstrealty.com www.sunburstrealtyrentals.com

Reece, Noland & McElrath Inc. 94 Main St., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 492-0677 skaufman@rnm-engineers.com www.rnm-engineers.com

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services/Great Smoky's Realty 36 S Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 564-1950 billt@4smokys.com www.4smokys.com

Forga Rental Properties 1604 Sulphur Springs Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3279 chris@forgarentalproperties.com www.forgarentalproperties.com

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J.M. Teague Engineering and Planning 525 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-8383 mark.teague@jmteagueengineering.com www.jmteagueengineering.com

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Lifestyle Properties Chris Caldwell 21 Long Shoals Rd., Suite 100, Arden, NC 28704 (828) 274-1091 ChrisCaldwell@bhhslp.com www.chriscaldwell.bhhslifestyleproperties.com

First Presbyterian Church Waynesville 305 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3243 office@fpcwaynesville.org www.fpcwaynesville.org First United Methodist Church 566 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9475 biversen@fumc-waynesville.com www.fumc-waynesville.com Long's Chapel UMC 175 Old Clyde Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 456-3993 churchadmin@longschapel.com www.longschapel.com

REPAIR SERVICES Ledbetter's Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 8009 Carolina Blvd, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 452-4328 ledheatac@aol.com www.ledbettersheatingandair.com Mountain Top Appliance Service 3064 Brd. St, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 565-0660 mta2003cad@gmail.com www.mountaintopappliance.com The Hot Tub Store 1478 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-8484 thehottubstore@bellsouth.net www.thetubstore.com

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Asheville Outlets 800 Brevard Rd. #810, Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 333-6282 tcox@nedevelopment.com www.shopashevilleoutlets.com Flower Child Consignment & Boutique 90 Depot St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-0448 flowerchildclyde@gmail.com Haywood Habitat for Humanity ReStore 331 Walnut St., STE 1, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9135 restore@haywoodhabitat.org www.haywoodhabitat.org Sorrells Merchandise Co., Inc. 3796 Jonathan Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-0385 sorrells@cbvnol.com Studio Thirty Three 822 Balsam Ridge Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-0003 diannah.studio33@gmail.com www.studio33jewelry.com The Chocolate Bear 170 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6844 chocolatebear4772@att.net www.shopmainst.s.com/nc/waynesville/the _chocolate_bear/the_chocolate_bear.html The Turquoise Elephant 1360 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9877 turquoiseelephantboutique@gmail.com www.turquoiseelephant.com Traditional Hands PO Box 144, Cherokee, NC 28719 (828) 554-5884 tradhands@gmail.com www.traditionalhands.com

SECURITY SERVICES IDShield-LegalShield-David JordanIndependent Associate-Certified Identity Theft Risk Management SpecialistCertified Identity Theft Protection 217 Paragon Parkway #229, Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 606-6442 jordan64@legalshieldassociate.com www.jordan64.wearelegalshield.com

SPA/MASSAGE THERAPY Balsam Spa 176 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3551 csp@greenmountain.com www.balsamspa.com Maggie Mountain Fitness 1370 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 564-3639 leahfit5@yahoo.com www.maggiemountainfitness.com

Maggie Valley Wellness Center 461 Moody Farm Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 944-0288 mvalleywellness@gmail.com www.maggievalleywellness.com

SPECIALTY SHOPS Classic Wineseller 20 Church St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6000 richard@classicwineseller.com www.classicwineseller.com Cold Mountain Toffee 1959 Jonathan Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828).926-2459 coldmountaintoffee@gmail.com www.coldmountaintoffee.com Giggie's, LLC 117 Secret Hollow Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 944-0511 info@mygiggies.com www.mygiggies.com Hunter Banks Co. Fly Fishing 29 Montford Ave., Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 252-3005 staff@hunterbanks.com www.hunterbanks.com Main Street Mercantile 101 S. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-6176 101mercantile@gmail.com www.101mercantile.com Mast General Store 63 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2101 joey@mastgeneralstore.com www.mastgeneralstore.com

Lynn Sylvester, CPA, PA 675 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6505 lynn@lascpa-nc.com www.lascpa-nc.com Richard C. Tirrell, CPA 854 Mount Valley Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 734-4677 RCTCPA@hotmail.com Sheila Gahagan, CPA 229 Penland St., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-1040 sheila@gahagancpa.com www.gahagancpa.com Underwood, Dills & Associates, PC 154 N Main St., Ste 7, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5370 dills@udcpas.net

TELEPHONE Balsam West Fiber NET, LLC 52 Colonial Sq., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 339-2900 tmcelroy@balsamwest.net www.balsamwest.net Verizon Wireless/Cellular Sales/Authorized Dealer 755 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 246-9246 isreal.alexander@cellularsales.com www.cellularsales.com Yellow Book USA 1340 A Patton Ave., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 259-3913 kristina.parker@yellowbook.com www.yellowbook.com

TRANSPORTATION

Mountain Favors 113 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 734-4281 amybennington@bellsouth.net www.mountainfavors.com

Asheville Regional Airport Authority 61 Terminal Dr., STE 1, Fletcher, NC 28732-9442 (828) 684-2226 tkinsey@flyavl.com www.flyavl.com

Sunburst Market 180 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3848 info@sunburstmarket.com www.sunburstmarket.com

Leap Frog Tours 419 N Haywood St, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 507-1421 kim@leapfrogtours.com www.leapfrogtours.com

The Hot Tub Store 1478 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-8484 thehottubstore@bellsouth.net www.thetubstore.com

SPORTING VEHICLES Smoky Mountain Steel Horses, LLC 82 Locust Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-7276 info@smsh.co www.smokymountainsteelhorses.com

TAX PREPARATION SERVICES Independent Accounting Services, Inc. 21 Allison Acres Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3190 tinaprice88@hotmail.com

TRAVEL SERVICES/AGENCIES Friends of the Smokies 84 Coxe Ave., Suite 200, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 452-0720 anna@friendsofthesmokies.org www.friendsofthesmokies.org Time To Travel 999 Turkey Creed Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 627-0150 amanda.timetotravel@gmail.com www.timetotravelinc.com

UTILITIES Blossman Propane Gas 2161 Dellwood Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 926-1537 waynesville@blossmangas.com www.blossmangas.com

Carolina Mountain Cablevision Inc. 4930 Jonathan Creek Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-2288 cmc@cbvnol.com www.cbvnol.com Consolidated Waste Services Po Box 8468, Asheville, NC 28814 (828) 645-0660 swelch@cws-nc.com www.consolidatedwasteservices.com Duke Energy 555-A Brevard Rd., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 258-5019 jason.walls@duke-energy.com www.duke-energy.com Haywood Electric Membership Corp. 376 Grindstone Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-2281 ken.thomas@haywoodemc.com www.haywoodemc.com PEAK Energy PO Box 1110, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9035 info@peakenergyonline.com www.peakenergyonline.com PSNC Energy 15 Overland Industrial Blvd., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 670-3535 dhallingse@scana.com www.psncenergy.com

VETERINARIANS Animal Hospital of Waynesville 91 Depot St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-9755 dani@animalhosp.com www.animalhosp.com Canton Animal Hospital 74 Radio Hill Rd., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 648-7800 bryantbrummitt@yahoo.com Junaluska Animal Hospital/Haywood Animal Emergency 3248 Asheville Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-1478 jahpracticemanager@gmail.com www.junaluskaah.com www.haywoodanimaler.com Maple Tree Veterinary Hospital and Dog Camp 1855 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5211 kbirthright@mapletreevet.com www.mapletreevet.com

WEDDING & EVENT SERVICES Andon-Reid Inn Bed and Breakfast 92 Daisy Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-3089 info@andonreidinn.com www.andonreidinn.com Appalachian Farm Weddings & Events 592 Qualla Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 400-9800 appalachianfarmweddings@gmail.com www.appalachianfarmweddings.com

Balsam Mountain Inn & Restaurant 68 Seven Springs Dr., Balsam, NC 28707 (828) 456-9498 balsammountaininn@gmail.com www.balsammountaininn.net Balsam Spa 176 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3551 csp@greenmountain.com www.balsamspa.com Bocelli's Italian Eatery and PUB319 319 N. Haywood St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-4900 schattie@charter.net www.bocellisitalianeatery.com www.pub319socialhouse.com

Pisgah Inn Blue Ridge Pkwy. Milepost 408, Candler, NC 28715 (828) 235-8228 sjohnston@pisgahinn.com www.pisgahinn.com Sagebrush Steakhouse-Canton 1941 Champion Dr., Canton, NC 28716 (828) 646-3750 aamoroso@sagebrushstakehouse.com www.SagebrushSteakhouse.com Sagebrush Steakhouse-Waynesville 895 Russ Ave., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-5822 aamoroso@sagebrushstakehouse.com www.sagebrushsteakhouse.com

Boyd Mountain Log Cabins 445 Boyd Farm Rd., Waynesville, NC 28785 (828) 926-1575 info@boydmountain.com www.boydmountain.com

Staples 89 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-2089 gm1823@staples.com www.staples.com

Brookside Mountain Mist Inn 142 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-6880 info@brooksidemountainmistbb.com www.brooksidemountainmistbb.com

Studio Thirty Three 822 Balsam Ridge Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 400-0003 diannah.studio33@gmail.com www.studio33jewelry.com

Destination Elopements WNC 43 Grandview Dr., Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 476-7763 destinationelope@gmail.com www.destinationelopementwnc.com

The Farm, A Gathering Place & The Farm Kitchen 215 Justice Ridge Rd., Candler, NC 28715 (828) 667-0666 info@thefarmevents.com www.thefarmevents.com

Fat Buddies BBQ 193 Waynesville Plaza, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-6368 jstjohn49@gmail.com www.fatbuddiesribsandbbq.com Inn at Tranquility Farm 1804 Camp Branch Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 564-1105 sutton@innattranquilityfarm.com www.innattranquilityfarm.com Kanini's Restaurant and Catering 1196 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 507-3654 kaninis@kaninis.com www.kaninis.com Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center 759 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 452-2881 rwatkins@lakejunaluska.com www.lakejunaluska.com Laurel Ridge Country Club 49 Cupp Ln., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0545 info@laurelridgegolf.com www.laurelridgeexperience.com Maggie Valley Club & Resort 1819 Country Club Dr., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-1616 info@maggievalleyclub.com www.maggievalleyclub.com Majors Estate 1610 Perth Rd., Clyde, NC 28721 (828) 550-8047 sherriegreen655@gmail.com www.majorsestate.com

The Waynesville Inn, Golf Resort & Spa 176 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 456-3551 operations@twigolfresort.com www.thewaynesvilleinn.com The Yellow House On Plott Creek Road 89 Oakview Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 452-0991 info@theyellowhouse.com www.theyellowhouse.com

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Wells Events & Reception Center 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville, NC 28786 (828) 476-5070 wellseventscenter@gmail.com wellseventscenter.com Willow House Events & Weddings 152 Sanibal LN, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 (828) 926-5227 willowhouseevents@gmail.com www.willowhouseweddings.com Winchester Creek Country Club 566 Walker Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786 (561) 310-7017 wrlackey@aol.com www.winchestercreekcountryclub.com

YARD SERVICES/ GARDEN CENTERS Laurel Crest Landscapes, Inc. 52 Sugar Loaf Rd., Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 316-7862 laurelcrestnc@yahoo.com www.sylvalandscapers.com

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Members A to Z

42 Rue Beauty Salon..............................................................................58 A Better Clean (Hard Surface & Carpet Cleaning)......................58 A Shot Above of WNC.............................................................................58 A to Z Signs & Engraving .......................................................................53 A. Bailey Design.........................................................................................54 Aaron's...........................................................................................................56 Ace Construction Enterprises...............................................................53 All About Fitness .......................................................................................56 Allegra Marketing Print Mail................................................................58 Allstate Insurance - Georgi Insurance Group, Inc. .....................57 Almost Heaven Bed & Breakfast.......................................................57 America's Home Place............................................................................53 American Red Cross-Asheville Mtn Area Chapter......................53 AmeriPride Linen & Uniform Services.............................................53 Andon-Reid Inn Bed and Breakfast .................................................57 Angelo's Family Pizza, Inc. ...................................................................54 Animal Hospital of Waynesville ........................................................60 APAC TN Inc. - Harrison Division ........................................................53 Appalachian Barn Alliance....................................................................52 Appalachian Farm Weddings & Events.........................................60 Asheville Outlets.......................................................................................60 Asheville Regional Airport Authority...............................................60 Aspire Training & Development..........................................................53 Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group..............................................................55 Auto Star Family Dealerships ..............................................................52 Autobell Car Wash ....................................................................................52 Badcock & More Home Furniture......................................................55 Balsam Antique Mall...............................................................................52 Balsam Mountain Inn & Restaurant................................................54 Balsam Mountain Preserve.................................................................56 Balsam Spa.................................................................................................60 Balsam West Fiber NET, LLC.................................................................57 BAYADA Home Health Care ..................................................................56 BB&T Bank - Waynesville .....................................................................55 Be Well Western Carolina, LLC ............................................................56 Bearwaters Brewing Company..........................................................58 Belk Department Store...........................................................................54 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Lifestyle Properties Chris Caldwell .............................................................................................59 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Great Smoky's Realty..............................................................................59 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lifestyle Properties April Sutton ..................................................................................................59 Best Built Inc. ..............................................................................................53 Best Western Mountain Brook Inn ...................................................57 Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn.................................................57 Beth Brown Photography .....................................................................58 Bethel Self Storage ..................................................................................58 Better Homes & Garden Real Estate Heritage............................59 Beverly-Hanks & Associates - Mark Zaffrann ............................59 Beverly-Hanks & Associates - Michelle McElroy.......................59 Beverly-Hanks & Associates Realtors.............................................59 Beverly-Hankss & Associates - Hayden Honerkamp.............59 Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC, Inc ................................................53 Birchwood Hall Southern Kitchen.....................................................54 Blimpie...........................................................................................................54 Blossman Propane Gas.........................................................................60 Blue Moon Salon......................................................................................58 Blue Mountain Chiropractic, Dr. Mike Hogan ..............................56 Bocelli's Italian Eatery and PUB319..................................................54 Bogarts Restaurant & Tavern ..............................................................54 Bojangles of WNC, LLC..........................................................................54 Boojum Brewing Company..................................................................58

Boyd Mountain Log Cabins.................................................................60 Boyd's Landscaping & Hydroseeding.............................................57 Brio Tuscan Grille.......................................................................................54 Brookside Mountain Mist Inn .............................................................57 Buffalo Creek Vacations.........................................................................57 C.I.C. Technologies, Inc............................................................................53 Cannon Law, PC.........................................................................................52 Canton Animal Hospital ........................................................................60 Care Partners Home Health Services..............................................56 Carolina Breathing Solutions...............................................................56 Carolina Farm Credit.................................................................................55 Carolina Furniture Concepts.................................................................56 Carolina Living Choices Retirement Guide....................................59 Carolina Mountain Cablevision Inc...................................................57 Carolina Vacations, Inc............................................................................57 Cataloochee Guest Ranch ....................................................................52 Cataloochee Ski Area ..............................................................................52 Cataloochee Valley Tours, Inc..............................................................52 Champion Credit Union - Canton ......................................................55 Champion Credit Union - Waynesville............................................55 Champion Janitorial Supply..................................................................53 Cherokee Historical Association.........................................................52 Christian Brothers Roofing....................................................................53 Civil Design Concepts..............................................................................59 Clark & Leatherwood, Inc......................................................................53 Clark Communications............................................................................53 Classic Wineseller.....................................................................................60 CLCC Entertainment..................................................................................54 Clegg's Pest Control..................................................................................58 Coffee Cup Cafe .........................................................................................54 Cold Mountain Toffee.............................................................................60 Coldwell Banker.........................................................................................59 Consolidated Waste Services .............................................................60 Creekwood Farm RV Park......................................................................57 Crescent Health Solutions, Inc............................................................56 Daniel Boone Council, BSA...................................................................55 David's Home Entertainment..............................................................55 Destination Elopements WNC............................................................60 Distinctive Building and Design, Inc................................................54 Division of Workforce Solutions Haywood County Career Center.........................................................55 Downtown Waynesville Association ...............................................53 Duke Energy ...............................................................................................60 Edward Jones - Jack Bishop III............................................................55 Edward Jones - Jeremy Phillips...........................................................55 Edward Jones - Justin W. Powell ........................................................55 Edward Jones - Lisa R. Ferguson.......................................................55 Elevated Mountain Distilling Company..........................................52 Elk Country Realty.....................................................................................59 Entegra Bank...............................................................................................55 ERA - Sunburst Realty ............................................................................59 Evergreen Packaging...............................................................................58 Fat Buddies BBQ........................................................................................54 Firefly Taps & Grill .....................................................................................54 First Citizens Bank - Waynesville.......................................................55 First Presbyterian Church Waynesville............................................59 First United Methodist Church............................................................59 Flower Child Consignment & Boutique .........................................60 Folkmoot USA .............................................................................................55 Forga Rental Properties..........................................................................59 Forrest Firm, P.C. .........................................................................................59 Foundation Forward, Inc.......................................................................54 Four Seasons the Care You Trust.......................................................56

Frank G. McCoy..........................................................................................58 Frankies Italian Trattoria.........................................................................54 Friends of the Smokies..........................................................................53 Frog Level Brewing Company.............................................................58 Frog Pond Estate Sales...........................................................................55 Garrett Hillcrest Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations........56 General Insurance.....................................................................................57 Ghost Town Adventure Park ................................................................52 Giggie's, LLC ................................................................................................60 Giles Chemical............................................................................................58 Goodwill Career Connections..............................................................55 Grandview Lodge & Wedding Venue..............................................57 Great Beginnings Pediatric Dental Specialist & Great Smiles Orthodontic Specialist ...............................................56 Great Smoky Mountain Association................................................53 Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.....................................................52 Greene Brothers Well & Pump ...........................................................54 Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort......................................................52 HART- Haywood Arts Regional Theatre..........................................55 Haywood Advancement Foundation..............................................53 Haywood Builders Supply....................................................................54 Haywood Cancer Center - 21st Century Oncology....................56 Haywood Chamber of Commerce ....................................................53 Haywood Christian Ministry ................................................................53 Haywood Community College ...........................................................54 Haywood Community College Small Business Center...........53 Haywood County Arts Council............................................................53 Haywood County Government..........................................................56 Haywood County NCWorks Career Center ....................................55 Haywood County Schools Board of Education..........................54 Haywood County SCORE .......................................................................53 Haywood County Tourism Development Authority .................53 Haywood Economic Development Council..................................53 Haywood Electric Membership Corp..............................................60 Haywood Family Eye Care ...................................................................56 Haywood Habitat for Humanity ReStore......................................60 Haywood House .......................................................................................54 Haywood Insurance Service, Inc.......................................................57 Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center ............................................55 Haywood REALTOR Association.........................................................53 Haywood Regional Medical Center .................................................56 Haywood Rentals - Mauney Cove & Meadowland Apartments ....................................................................52 Haywood Secure Storage, Inc............................................................58 Hidden Hollow Designs, LLC................................................................57 Historic Frog Level Merchants Association...................................53 Holiday Inn Asheville - Biltmore West ............................................57 Holland Services of Haywood County............................................57 HomeTrust Bank - Clyde........................................................................55 HomeTrust Bank - Waynesville..........................................................55 Hunter Banks Co. Fly Fishing..............................................................60 HVO, Inc..........................................................................................................53 IDShield-LegalShield-David Jordan-Independent Associate-Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist-Certified Identity Theft Protection...............................60 iHeartMedia ................................................................................................58 Independent Accounting Services, Inc. .........................................60 Inn at Tranquility Farm............................................................................55 Inspired Art Ministry, Inc........................................................................52 J.M. Teague Engineering and Planning ..........................................59 Jack the Dipper Ice Cream.....................................................................54 James Weaver Kirkpatrick III, PA.........................................................52 Jerry Lee Mountain Realty, Inc............................................................59

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TCS Printing ..................................................................................................53 TD Bank..........................................................................................................55 Terminix Service, Inc................................................................................58 TFM Carolina, Inc.......................................................................................59 The Arc of Haywood County................................................................53 The Chocolate Bear.................................................................................60 The Dog House..........................................................................................58 The Farm, A Gathering Place & The Farm Kitchen ....................55 The Hot Tub Store .....................................................................................59 The Laurel of Asheville, LLC.................................................................58 The Mountaineer......................................................................................58 The Pressley Group Allstate Insurance - Jeremy Pressley.....57 The Print Haus, Inc. ..................................................................................53 The Salvation Army..................................................................................53 The Superior Finish, Inc. ........................................................................57 The Swag......................................................................................................54 The Turquoise Elephant ........................................................................60 The Waynesville Inn, Golf Resort & Spa........................................56 The Windover Inn Bed & Breakfast .................................................58 The Yellow House On Plott Creek Road.........................................58 Thunder Contracting, Inc.......................................................................54 Time To Travel ............................................................................................60 TNB Consulting Group, Inc....................................................................59 Town of Clyde.............................................................................................56 Town of Waynesville...............................................................................56 Traditional Hands .....................................................................................60 Triangle Automotive Repair ..................................................................52 True Blue Home Watch ..........................................................................59 Twigs & Leaves Gallery ..........................................................................52 Underwood, Dills & Associates, PC..................................................60 United Community Bank.......................................................................55 United Way of Haywood County.......................................................55 VantagePointe Homes @ Balsam Mountain..............................52 Verizon Wireless/Cellular Sales/Authorized Dealer .................60 Vicinitus Haywood ...................................................................................58 Village Framer.............................................................................................52 Voices In The Laurel.................................................................................55 Wal-Mart Supercenter.............................................................................54 Waynesville Salt Room..........................................................................56 Waynesville Shopping Center, LLC ....................................................59 Waynesville Tire.........................................................................................53 Wells Events & Reception Center.......................................................55 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC - Larry East, CFPÂŽ First Vice President-Investments.......................................................56 Wells Fargo Bank ......................................................................................56 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage..............................................................56 Wells Funeral Homes Inc. & Cremation Services of Canton ......................................................................................................56 Wells Funeral Homes Inc. & Cremation Services of Waynesville............................................................................................56 Wenzel & Wenzel, PLLC ..........................................................................52 West Carolina Freightliner .....................................................................53 Western Carolina University.................................................................54 Western Carolina University - College of Business..................54 White & Williams Co. Inc. ......................................................................58 White Oak Partnership............................................................................59 Willow House Events & Weddings..................................................60 Winchester Creek Country Club.........................................................60 WNC Community Credit Union ...........................................................56 WNC Regional Livestock Center, LLC.................................................52 WNC Woman Magazine ........................................................................58 Woolmington-Smith Ventures ............................................................59 WPTL Radio 920 AM................................................................................58 XAPP Design, LLC.......................................................................................58 Yarrington Physical Therapy & Sports Care, Inc.........................56 Yellow Book USA......................................................................................60 Yurko Dental Excellence ........................................................................56 Zaxby's...........................................................................................................54

Pepsi Cola Company ...............................................................................58 Perfect Touch ..............................................................................................58 PIMSY EHR (Smoky Mountain Information Systems, Inc.)....53 Pioneer Mobile Home Park..................................................................59 Pisgah Inn.....................................................................................................54 PK Garage .....................................................................................................52 Premier Vacation Rentals.......................................................................57 Promotional Products - WNC...............................................................59 PSNC Energy...............................................................................................60 Rafting in the Smokies...........................................................................52 Rapid River Magazine ............................................................................58 Ray, Bumgarner, Kingshill and Associates ....................................55 RCF Inc............................................................................................................54 RE/MAX Executive....................................................................................59 Reach of Haywood County ..................................................................53 Realty World Mountains........................................................................59 Red Leaf River Inn.....................................................................................57 Reece, Noland & McElrath Inc............................................................59 Richard C. Tirrell, CPA................................................................................55 Richard Lanning Builders, Inc.............................................................54 RJ Young.........................................................................................................53 Rob Roland Realty....................................................................................59 Rolling Thunder River Company........................................................52 ROOM 1902...................................................................................................53 Sagebrush Steakhouse-Canton.........................................................54 Sagebrush Steakhouse-Waynesville ..............................................54 Santa's Land................................................................................................52 Sarge's Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc........................................52 Service Master of Haywood County ...............................................58 Sheila Gahagan, CPA...............................................................................60 Shelton House - History Heritage & Crafts...................................52 Sheppard Insurance Group ..................................................................57 Shining Rock Classical Academy.......................................................54 Shondra Grant HIBU Account Executive ........................................58 Silver Bluff Village.....................................................................................56 Skyland Prosthetics & Orthotics, Inc................................................56 Skyrunner, Inc. ............................................................................................53 Smart Processing, LLC.............................................................................53 Smathers & Smathers Attorneys At Law.......................................59 Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts......................55 Smoky Mountain Folk Festival ...........................................................55 Smoky Mountain Foot & Ankle Clinic PA.......................................56 Smoky Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine..............................................52 Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center.....................56 Smoky Mountain Home Builders Association............................53 Smoky Mountain Living Magazine..................................................58 Smoky Mountain News ........................................................................58 Smoky Mountain Steel Horses, LLC ................................................60 Smoky View Cottages & RV Resort...................................................57 Sonoco Plastics..........................................................................................58 Sorrells Merchandise Co., Inc. ............................................................60 Southeastern Development & Acquisition, LLC..........................59 Southeastern Sports Medicine ..........................................................56 Southern Concrete Materials...............................................................54 Southern Porch Kitchen & Drink ........................................................54 Sparksmith...................................................................................................52 Spectrum Reach........................................................................................58 Spinfire Entertainment, LLC..................................................................55 Springdale Country Club........................................................................56 Stanberry Insurance - Waynesville...................................................57 Staples............................................................................................................53 State Farm - Angie Franklin..................................................................55 State Farm - Chad McMahon..............................................................57 Studio Thirty Three...................................................................................57 Sunburst Market.......................................................................................60 Sunburst Realty Rentals ........................................................................59 Sunburst Trout Farm LLC........................................................................58 Sweet Onion Restaurant .......................................................................54 T. Pennington Art Gallery, Inc. .............................................................52 Taylor Motor Co. .........................................................................................52

Experience Haywood 2018

Joel R. Weaver, PA .....................................................................................52 John M. Highsmith, DDS........................................................................56 Jonathan Creek Inn...................................................................................57 Jukebox Junction Restaurant & Soda Shoppe ............................54 Junaluska Animal Hospital/ Haywood Animal Emergency ............................................................60 Junaluska Elementary School.............................................................54 K-9 Curriculum, Inc...................................................................................58 Kanini's Restaurant and Catering......................................................54 KARE, Inc.......................................................................................................53 Kathryn Greeley Designs.......................................................................57 Keller Williams Great Smokies Realty.............................................59 Keller Williams Realty Great Smokies - Gina Kinder ...............59 Keller Williams Realty Great Smokies - Tavia Thomas...........59 Ken Wilson Ford.........................................................................................52 Kentucky Fried Chicken..........................................................................54 Kim's Pharmacy.........................................................................................56 Kiwanis Club of Waynesville................................................................53 L.N. Davis Insurance Agency ...............................................................57 Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center .........................57 Lake Logan Conference Center...........................................................53 Larry W. Payne Agency-Nationwide Insurance ..........................57 Laurel Crest Landscapes, Inc...............................................................57 Laurel Ridge Country Club....................................................................56 Leap Frog Tours.........................................................................................60 Leavitt Recreation & Hospitality Insurance...................................57 Ledbetter's Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.................................54 Lenoir-Rhyne University Center for Graduate Studies of Asheville ............................................................54 LIFESPAN .......................................................................................................56 LIFEWORKS with CWJC.............................................................................53 Long's Chapel UMC..................................................................................59 Lowe's of Waynesville............................................................................54 Lynn Sylvester, CPA, PA ...........................................................................55 M. B. Haynes Corporation.....................................................................58 Maggie Mountain Fitness ....................................................................56 Maggie Valley Club & Resort...............................................................56 Maggie Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation.........................................55 Maggie Valley Wellness Center .........................................................60 Magnolia Concierge WNC.....................................................................58 Main Street Mercantile ..........................................................................60 Majors Estate ..............................................................................................55 Maple Tree Veterinary Hospital and Dog Camp........................60 Mark's Pharmacy......................................................................................56 Massie Furniture Co Inc. ........................................................................52 Mast General Store..................................................................................60 McDonald's Restaurants .......................................................................54 McGovern Property Management and Real Estate Sales....59 Merrill Lynch - Keller Ferrell..................................................................55 Merrill Lynch - Susan Sorrells, CFP, CRPC........................................55 Michael Gillespie, DDS ...........................................................................56 Mike's Heating & Cooling .....................................................................58 Mountain Audiology, Inc.......................................................................56 Mountain Credit Union...........................................................................55 Mountain Eye Associates, PLLC .........................................................56 Mountain Favors.......................................................................................60 Mountain Projects, Inc............................................................................53 Mountain Top Appliance Service.......................................................59 Mountain View Housing, Inc...............................................................52 Mountain View Landscaping & Design, Inc.................................57 Moxxie Marketing ....................................................................................58 Mr. Tire............................................................................................................52 NAPA Auto Parts.........................................................................................52 NEO Corporation........................................................................................59 Northwestern Mutual..............................................................................57 Oak Hill on Love Lane Bed & Breakfast.........................................57 Oak Park Inn & Conference Center....................................................53 Overbay Insurance Services ................................................................57 PEAK Energy ...............................................................................................60 PennFirst Mortgages................................................................................55

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