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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Haywood County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Town Manager Appointment
Waynesville just picked a new town manager, and the upside is that they already know the area. That matters because this person runs daily town operations and helps set the tone for budgets, development, and services—so the hire can affect how the town works day to day.
city-sanctioned LGBTQ pride festival
Waynesville just held its first city-sanctioned Pride festival, Haywood Pride on Main. It’s a real shift in what local government formally backs, whether you’re cheering it or raising an eyebrow. The practical effects are mostly about visibility, city services, and downtown foot traffic.