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A MIX-UP AT THE POST OFFICE...
caused delays in delivery of some subscribers' Sylva Heralds last week. Sylva Postmaster Steve Allen explained that papers bound for Webster, Dillsboro, Whittier and Tuckasegee accidentally went from Asheville to Charlotte last week, which meant that subscribers in those areas didn't get their papers on time. Steps have been taken to prevent such mistakes in the future. The Herald apologizes for the delay.
THIS MONTH'S...
Business After Hours will be held at Alan's On Main Street Thursday, Jan. 24, at 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, the event will feature hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. A cash bar will be available. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by Monday, Jan. 21, by calling the Chamber office at 586-2155.
ARF...
is asking anyone who has borrowed cat carriers, dog carriers or puppy pens to please return them to the Pet Stop on Mill Street (open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.) or drop them off during pet adoptions in front of Wal-Mart on Saturdays between 1 and 3 p.m.
THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION...
for State and Local History sponsors an awards program to recognize excellence in preserving local, state and regional history. Recipients may be organizations, institutions or individuals. Categories of recognition may include general excellence or specific achievements such as exhibits, publications or programs. The deadline for application is March 1. To receive the appropriate forms or for additional information, please contact Jo Ann Williford at (919) 733-7305.
GREAT SMOKY...
Mountains Railroad will present a Valentine's Day gourmet dinner train Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Feb. 16, at 6 p.m. The special train excursion will feature award-winning cuisine with three entree choices, full bar service and complimentary champagne during a romantic trip into the past aboard vintage dining cars. The menu will include brandied lobster bisque, apple blue cheese salad with raspberry vinaigrette and freshly baked bread. Entree choices will be a double cut pork chop, artichoke and parmesan stuffed chicken breast or pan-seared, herb-crusted salmon. Dessert will be turtle cheesecake. The evening may be made more memorable by staying at one of Dillsboro's quaint bed and breakfasts. Special rates will be in effect at Squire Watkins Inn, Applegate Inn and Olde Towne Inn. For more information, call the railroad at 586-8811.
FINALLY...
we offer this story, which appeared in the January edition of the N.C. Farm Bureau News:
"I'm the world's greatest batter," the little boy said confidently, tossing the baseball into the air, swinging his bat - and missing the ball. Undeterred, the boy tossed the ball into the air again, proclaiming, "I'm the greatest batter ever!" Again he swung and missed the ball. After watching his son make several more tries, the kind-hearted father approached and said, "Son, you really are a good batter, but you know what? You're an even better pitcher!"
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