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Protect Public Lands in Cherokee County: Public Lands Are For The People – Not Private Developers
About the issue On April 21, 2025, the Cherokee County Commissioners unanimously adopted a Petition for Redress of Grievances to the US Government that states in part: "Lakefront land should be made available for private and commercial development such as private...

High Country Watershed Outreach Assistant
Position Description The six-month, part-time position hosted by MountainTrue's Watauga Riverkeeper/High Country team is designed to provide comprehensive support for post-Helene restoration and ongoing water quality programs. This multifaceted role offers a unique...

Big News: MountainTrue Launches Major River Cleanup Effort Across WNC
Dear MountainTrue Members & Friends, We’re thrilled to share a major milestone in our region’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. MountainTrue is partnering with the State of North Carolina to launch one of the largest river cleanup efforts Western North Carolina has...