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Cohort 5

Jurisdiction: Southwestern Commission

University: Western Carolina

Hometown: Stony Point, NC

Alex Curry is serving their fellowship with the Southwestern Commission, covering Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties. Curry is a graduate of Western Carolina University. During their undergraduate career, they regularly volunteered at the local animal shelter, participated in river clean-ups, and hosted foreign exchange students.

January 19, 2024

The first cohort of Lead for North Carolina Fellows made a splash in communities across the state, launching meaningful projects with real-world impact.

January 19, 2024

Fellow Nick Boyd’s work with the Community Rating System program earned recognition for reducing flood insurance premiums for county homeowners.

January 19, 2024

The UNC School of Government furthers its commitment to serving North Carolina’s local governments through a course taught by William Rivenbark and Rebecca Badgett.

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