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September brings colorful sunsets
With the arrival of September comes a bit of mild relief from the heat and humidity of August hotties and Dog Day afternoons. September is the month of autumn’s arrival
Special Weather Statement issued September 6 at 9:23AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
At 923 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms over Dockery, or near Traphill, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and
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
Largest senior class of Blue Ridge High reunites
ARARAT, Va. — As has been with the case with other educational institutions over the years, Blue Ridge High School faded into history, but members of its largest graduating class
Cedar Ridge names Leaders of the Month
Cedar Ridge Elementary School recently recognizes its Leaders of the Month for demonstrating the character trait of self-awareness.
Rockford Elementary names Leaders of the Month
“Leadership isn’t just about having a title—it’s about knowing yourself, believing in your abilities, and using your strengths to make a difference,” officials at Rockford Elementary School said re...
Wayne-Sanderson Farms donates $10K to United Fund of Surry
DOBSON — Wayne-Sanderson Farms’ Dobson Complex recently made a $10,000 contribution to the United Fund of Surry through the company’s WeGive initiative, directly supporting the United Fund of Surry’s...
Labor Day to affect garbage pickups
Labor Day is a time to honor and celebrate the role of American workers, including Mount Airy sanitation personnel who won’t have to make any stops on Monday.
Drought persists despite recent rain
One might think that above-average rainfall during August — bringing major flooding — would’ve allowed Surry County to escape the clutches of the ongoing drought, but it remains mired there
City OKs costly public works repairs
As Mount Airy continues recovery efforts from recent flooding, officials voted Thursday night to spend $136,750 on repairs for a badly damaged — and vital — city government facility.
Mount Airy erases 13-point deficit to stun defending 6A champion Watauga
One year after Watauga handed Mount Airy one of its most lopsided losses in school history, the Granite Bears got their revenge at Wallace Shelton Stadium.
State, regional leaders attend Blue Ridge Rising summit
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...
Think gardening season's over? Think again
The calendar has flipped to September, the days are growing cooler — or at least they will soon — the tomato plants are turning dry and crackled, the corn has
Shorthanded Cardinals vanquish Demons
PILOT MOUNTAIN — East Surry returned to Robert L. Smith Gymnasium on Sept. 3 after an intense seven-match road trip.
No. 1 Granite Bears climb to 5-0
Victories over Starmount and Cornerstone Charter lifted Mount Airy’s soccer team to its first 5-0 start since 2023.
Missouri court blocks Trump-backed US House map and orders it to be put to a vote
The Missouri Supreme Court has blocked a new U.S. House map backed by President Donald Trump from being used in the November election. The court ruled Thursday that the map
US job market rebounds with 162,000 new jobs; the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%
The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs. The unemployment stayed at 4.1%. Revisions added 55,000 jobs to June and July payrolls. The jobs
Judge in Lindsay Clancy case says he'll declare a mistrial, then gives defense 1 hour to appeal
Defendant Lindsay Clancy watches jurors enter the courtroom during her murder trial on Friday in Plymouth, Mass.
Golden Eagles finding their identity
DOBSON — Surry Central’s volleyball team got back on track with a 3-0 sweep of East Wilkes on Aug. 31.
City pondering pickleball plans
Mount Airy officials have found themselves in a pickle when it comes to repairing flood-damaged courts for what’s considered the fastest-growing sport in America.
Clemson's Swinney says he hasn't heard from NCAA on tampering allegations he made against Ole Miss
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney greets his team before an NCAA college football game against Duke, Nov. 1, 2025, in Clemson, S.C.
Driscoll offers no reason for his exit as Army secretary but says Wednesday is his last full day
Dan Driscoll has announced that his last full day as Army secretary is Wednesday. But his social media post offered no explanation for why he’s stepping down after 18 months
Defending NFC South champion Panthers look to take another step under QB Bryce Young
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young warms up before a preseason NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday, Aug. 15, in Orchard Park, N.Y.