Mount Airy's Aiden Frank turns setback into college signing
Despite facing setbacks throughout his career, Aiden Frank turned perseverance into results, earning a regional championship, a state medal and the opportunity to wrestle at the next level.
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County moves to secure $31 million expansion project
Surry County’s economic development leaders spend plenty of time recruiting new businesses to the area, but keeping the companies already here is just as important to the equation.
North Surry falls 2-1 to Foard in Sweet 16
NEWTON — North Surry dropped its third round matchup to Fred T. Foard 2-1 on May 12.
East Surry, Surry Central softball eliminated by West Davidson
LEXINGTON — East Surry fell just short of another road playoff win in a 3-2 loss to West Davidson on May 12.
Real Estate Transfers
In recording deeds, the state/ of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for a parcel be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate
Booksmarts
The library’s hours are 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, and 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Surry Central hosts Golden Eagles Youth Football Camp
DOBSON — The newly dedicated Monty J. Southern Stadium got its first taste of football this week.
Fireflies herald June, start of summer
Fireflies glow at twilightAs June begins, the late nights of spring are aglow with the signals of the amber lights of fireflies. In the spring twilight, they fly very low
Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to ban Trump's settlement fund
The Senate has passed legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies, sending it to the House. The Friday morning passage came after weeks of delays and fierce backlash
Dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year's tournament
The 2026 World Cup has drawn intense criticism from globe-trotting fans who over the years have helped define the tournament
Job market strong, inflation still worrisome to many
U.S. employers added a surprising 172,000 jobs in May as the labor market continued to show resilience in the face of rising costs from the Iran war. The Labor Department
Young and unemployed? Remote work, not AI, may be the problem, study finds
WASHINGTON — The rise of remote work since the pandemic has made businesses more reluctant to hire young, inexperienced workers and is the key driver of higher unemployment rates for
Buffalo named 'Donald Trump' for its golden locks is a sensation at a Bangladesh zoo
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — With his shock of golden hair and trim 1,500-pound build, Donald Trump has been drawing crowds from across Bangladesh since he arrived at the national zoo
Women's League supports museum Fun Days
The Women’s League of Mount Airy has continued its longstanding tradition of community support by sponsoring the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History’s Family Fun Days for 2026.
Yadkin Works honors Hugh Chatham Health CEO
DOBSON — Surry-Yadkin Works recently recognized Hugh Chatham Health Chief Executive Officer Paul Hammes for his work with Surry-Yadkin Works Nursing Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship Program
Eagles Nest Basketball Camp flies to new heights
DOBSON — What began as a basketball camp has morphed into a community event over the years.
Surry County teachers say they love where they work
Polling of Surry County Schools teachers presented to the Board of Education Monday shows a workforce that enjoys what they do and looks forward to coming to work. With a
Local restaurant closes abruptly
A Mount Airy restaurant with a western theme has hit the trail, with a 7 Brew Coffee establishment said to headed to the site left behind.
Edgewood Drive site eyed for new housing
Mount Airy officials are being asked to annex and rezone property on Edgewood Drive to accommodate new housing, a plan accompanied by traffic and visibility concerns.
A deputy comes home: Surry County native laid to rest
Logan Utt was a Surry County native who served his country in the military, then came home and put on a badge. He was 31 years old when he was
Event recreates 'Andy Griffith Day' in 1957
Since going back in time to 1957 was impossible, the next-best-thing was accomplished this week in honor of what would have been Andy Griffith’s 100th birthday.
Recovery rally brings a message bigger than addiction
When Synthia Wilson couldn’t find recovery resources in Surry County, she drove to another county to find them. Next Saturday, she’s making sure no one else has to.
Local foundation awards grants to 3 agencies
The Mount Airy/Surry County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $1,880 in grants to three organizations supporting the local community.
North Surry High School chooses '26-'27 student council
Prior to the conclusion of the school year, North Surry High School students selected the Student Council officers and representatives for the 2026-2027 school year.