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Macon County is the seventh fastest-growing county in the state. Between 1990 and 1998, the people moving into the county accounted for over 21 percent of its population growth. Most came from the larger cites of the North and South. Such growth fuels service and retail sectors, which helps to offset the decline in the county's manufacturing jobs. While some residents fear the influx of people, the prohibition against building on the county's 152,000 acres of national forest helps to control population sprawl.
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Franklin, the county seat of Macon County, celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2005. The town is nicknamed the “gem capital of the world” and is well-known for the mining of rubies and sapphires. Visitors to the town can enjoy a thriving downtown; museums, including the Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum, the Scottish Tartans Museum, and the Macon County Historical Society and Museum; and natural surroundings that include over 150,000 acres of the Nantahala National Forest and part of the Appalachian Trail.
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Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 74 Issue 10, Mar 2007, p20-22, 24, 26, il, map Periodical Website
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8965
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Meadowlark Gliderport recently opened in Franklinton, bringing gliding to Franklin County. Owned and operated by Dr. William Via of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's School of Dentistry, the gliders are launched from the ground using an engine-powered winch. Depending on air currents, glide times range from five minutes to forty-five minutes. Via hopes to employee a certified glider flight instructor in the near future.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 46 Issue 5, Oct 1978, p20-22, il
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12886
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Encompassing 517 square miles as well as mountain ranges, highland plateaus, river valleys, and at least 44 peaks at or exceeding 4,000 feet in height, Macon County is a historic region subjected to extensive changes throughout the past four centuries. Numerous explorers and military personal have visited the region, the earliest of which was the Moore Expedition of 1715. Although plagued by elevated levels of turmoil during the American Revolution, Macon residents rebounded through successful industry that includes, agricultural farming, lumbering, pulpwood production, textiles, saw mills, and mining.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 27 Issue 7, Sept 1959, p8-11, 19-26, il, map
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18613
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Goerch describes the variety of sights in Macon County. Wayah Bald is a treeless open area located in the Nantahala National Forest with an observation tower at its highest point. The Winding Stairs is a challenging road, and beautiful waterfalls and gorgeous scenery are found across the county. Franklin, the county seat, and Highlands are the principal towns.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 10 Issue 5, July 1942, p1-2, 17-18, il
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23769
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Nestled in the hills of Macon County, Franklin, North Carolina offers a variety of opportunities for the tourist.
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24201
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Nantahala is a popular tourist location where businesses send employees so they can learn important team-building exercises, such as white water rafting and various obstacles courses.
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35723
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For rock enthusiasts, this article contained gems of the information. Examples are mother lode level locations such as Spruce Pine, Franklin, Little Switzerland, a facility to discover more areas of interest (Museum of North Carolina Minerals), and number of minerals that can be found in the Tar Heel State (over three hundred, in comparison to ten that can be found in other states).
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Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 7 Issue 3, May/June 1979, p30-31