App State's Gillin named to CFP selection committee
IRVING, Texas – The College Football Playoff Management Committee has appointed App State Director of Athletics Doug Gillin to the CFP Selection Committee, it was announced Tuesday by Rich Clark,
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Gage steps down as ACHS boys basketball coach
NEWLAND — Avery High School’s varsity boys basketball program will have its third head coach in the past four seasons this winter.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 9 at 8:19PM EDT until August 9 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Sp...
SVRGSP The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern McDowell County in western North Carolina... Southeastern Mitchell County in weste...
Tidal Wave Auto Spa Opens New Express Car Wash in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Grand Opening Celebrations Include Free Washes, Founders Club Membership Special, and Giveback Day
Wildlife Agency recommends a “SHOCK-ingly" effective tool to keep bears out
RALEIGH — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is providing guidance to residents on using electrified wires to exclude bears.
Families can benefit from Girl Scouts’ free Passport to Adventure program
HICKORY – Families with girls in rising grades K-12 across western and central North Carolina can make the most of summer with the new Passport to Adventure: Summer Edition patch
Big Red opens Fall camp, eyes improvement
NEWLAND — High school football programs across North Carolina began their first practice leading into the 2026 season on Wednesday, July 29, affording teams the opportunity to take the field
Red Cross: National blood crisis, immediate need for blood donations
ASHEVILLE — For only the second time in history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis — and patients may already be feeling the impact. Donors are
Avery Connect concludes summer program with student presentations
ELK PARK — Local students and community members gathered on Sunday, Aug. 2, at the barn at Elk River Evergreens to celebrate the end of this summer’s Avery Connect Program,
What breaks the heart of God
“Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” Jesus
Hood: Local newspapers play essential roles
It was 40 years ago this week that I wrote my first column for North Carolina newspapers. Still in journalism school at UNC-Chapel Hill, I was interning that summer at
Allbritton follows tradition in creating SoulShine
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. — Sharon Allbritton, owner of SoulShine Soap Company, is one of Johnson County Center for the Arts original artisans, offering natural, homemade soaps, salves, and lotions. “I’ve
Parks & Rec announces upcoming youth football dates
NEWLAND — Avery Parks and Recreation Department has announced the game dates for the upcoming youth football and cheer season. The season begins with a jamboree scheduled for Saturday, Aug.
Sydney Kulhan to continue golf career at Lees-McRae
NEWLAND — Avery County High School rising senior Sydney Kulhan intends to continue her academic and athletic career at Lees-McRae College, according to an announcement via social media from Avery
Cloudland Football participates in fall scrimmage
Cloudland High School popped pads for the first time in game action in Kingsport on Thursday, July 30, during a scrimmage with Tri-Cities Christian, as teams in Tennessee were allowed
Greene reflects on Helene recovery, mental health work
NEWLAND — Almost two years after Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina, state Rep. Dudley Greene (R-Avery) says the storm’s recovery has dominated nearly every aspect of his time
NC budget expands license plate reader cameras statewide
RALEIGH — A new permanent North Carolina budget provision authorizes and expands the placement of automatic license plate reader cameras, including private vendor Flock Safety systems, along public highway...
Edwards withdraws re-election bid for Congress in District 11
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA — Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards, who was vying for re-election for a third term representing North Carolina
BAGS PACKED: Back-to-School Bash draws hundreds to Avery High School
LINVILLE — On Thursday, July 30, Avery County Schools and Camp Linn Haven hosted the second annual Back-to-School Bash at Avery County High School, sponsored by Avery County Schools, Crossnore
Two friends, a car and a mission to save the High Country's stories
AVERY COUNTY — In a world where content scrolls by in seconds, Alton Medlin and Jason DeWitt are betting on something slower: wheels, a tank of gas and a good
Simple budgeting tips that fit real life
If you’ve just started managing your own finances, recommitted to doing it well or noticed your spending isn’t making you as happy as you’d hoped, a budget might be exactly
The high costs of living in the High Country: New report shows statewide housing cost challenges
HIGH COUNTRY — The average North Carolina renter must work more than 150 hours per week to afford a modest two-bedroom rental, according to a new National Low Income Housing
Avery County Schools announces finalists for superintendent position, meeting opportunities
NEWLAND — Avery County Schools has announced the two finalists that are being considered for the position as the next district superintendent.
Community meets new pediatrician at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital Open House
SPRUCE PINE — Blue Ridge Regional Hospital recently welcomed community members to Mission Community Primary Care Spruce Pine for a Pediatric Open House celebrating the arrival of Dr. Joanna Storey,