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ASHEVILLE — The third Blue Ridge Rising Two-State Summit welcomed nearly 200 attendees to explore paths of regional collaboration in tourism, economic development, outdoor recreation, marketing, and commun...
NEWLAND — Avery County honored those who have served the nation Friday night, Sept. 4, and the Vikings gave the packed house at MacDonald Stadium a performance worth saluting, outlasting
SVRGSP The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northern McDowell County in western North Carolina... Madison County in western North Carolina....
Daniel Boone is a revolutionary, and he helped build America. He is America’s pioneer hero who lived in North Carolina for 21 years. Indeed, it was here where Daniel Boone
For generations, the historic farms, mountain streams, and scenic vistas of Valle Crucis have remained remarkably unchanged, not by accident, but through the vision of individuals and organizations committed to
ELK PARK — The Elk Park Town Council heard a presentation on potential grant funding for a community shelter and worked through a lengthy list of infrastructure and equipment updates
CROSSNORE — Three-time NASCAR Cup Champion Joey Logano has been a longtime supporter and friend of Crossnore Communities for Children, a nonprofit supporting children and families involved with North Carol...
WASHINGTON — FEMA announced this week an additional $137 million for 114 recovery and mitigation projects, bringing the total support to more than $7.5 billion for Helene and other recent
NEWLAND — Avery County commissioners and staff spent more than four hours at an Aug. 25 workshop discussing items ranging from the county’s subdivision ordinance to updates on FEMA-funded parks,
Within any community, growth requires a mix of locals and outsiders. Over the years, we have talked about some of these locals, men like T.D. Vance, “the mica king,” and
NORTH WILKESBORO — For a speedway deeply rooted in making NASCAR history, the most historic week in 80 years at North Wilkesboro Speedway will take place in May of 2027.
LINVILLE — Dandelion Cafe opened July 24 in Linville Village Shopping Center. The cafe offers breakfast and lunch items including oatmeal, biscuits, sandwiches and salads, along with a coffee bar.
MORGANTON — A week after a frustrating season opener marked by 18 penalties and being picked apart by a high-powered Hampton offense, the Avery Vikings traveled to Patton High School
LINVILLE GORGE — Emergency crews from Burke and neighboring counties, including Linville Central Rescue Squad worked on Sunday, Aug. 30, to execute a rescue operation on Shortoff Mountain near the
Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Located at the Historic Banner Elk School in downtown Banner Elk.
NEWLAND — Avery High School varsity volleyball won its first match of the week on Monday, Aug. 24, to improve its overall mark to 5-1 overall. The Big Red faced
As September arrives, we’re reminded that we’re just halfway through hurricane season. This year’s tropical season has been comparatively mild, meteorologists tell us, primarily because of the effects...
The following information is courtesy of the Avery County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The most expensive toy was a series four Bret "The Hitman" Hart from 1992 which sold for over $1,000. (Vectis Auctions via SWNS)
AVERY COUNTY — The mountains of Avery County run deep with rural working folk wisdom passed down the generations.The wisdom expresses itself everywhere you look: in well-cured meat, a jar
Lees-McRae Women's Volleyball was picked to finish ninth in Conference Carolinas this season.
NEWLAND — After a handful of big plays proved costly in its opening-week 46-24 loss to Hampton, the Avery Vikings (0-1) trek off the mountain to Patton High School to
Banner Elk police conducted an early morning traffic stop resulting in the discovery of 229 grams of suspected methamphetamine. Two individuals were arrested on multiple charges including trafficking methamp...
NEWLAND — Hemlock Home Furniture and Fabric Gallery opened Aug. 8. The store showcases Jackson Furniture from Cleveland, Tennessee; hand-painted Italian wallpaper and wallpaper books, fabrics for pillows a...