A Methodist church was erected in 1886. In 1884 Leakey became the county seat of Edwards County. The previous county seat was Bullhead, which later became Vance and is now in western Real County. Leakey remained county seat until 1891, when the government was moved to Rocksprings. When Real County was organized in 1913, Leakey was elected the county seat, although the town was not incorporated until June 11, 1951.
Western Carolina Catamounts. The Western Carolina Catamounts are the athletic teams of Western Carolina University. The Catamounts compete in the NCAA Division I Southern Conference. Western fields sixteen varsity sports teams. The Catamount football team competes in Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS).
Mission Statement. Western Carolina Football is pleased to announce our 2017 Football Camps. Our staff at Western Carolina is excited about a summer full of action and excitement leading up to our 2017 Season. Our Program is striving for excellence as we Claw to the top! LOF Football Camp works in conjunction with our football Program to deliver a unique Football Camping Experience. Our Camp is designed to first and foremost develop young men as well as the Athlete! We strive to get the best out of each participant and make the most of our time spent with each player.