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'Just answer the questions' | Students and parents protest in Avery County, citing lack of transparency in staffing cuts and reassignments
AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — Dozens of protesters gathered outside the Avery County Board of Education office Monday calling for more answers about reported staffing changes and other spending complaints. Photos and videos from WCNC Charlotte viewer Ellie Lecka show a mix of adults and kids on the side of...
Avery County Habitat for Humanity dedicates its 53rd home
JONAS RIDGE — At a 2 p.m. ceremony on Sunday, April 7, volunteers, supporters, board members and staff from Avery Habitat for Humanity came together with Jessica Clark and her son DJ for their house dedication. This home was the 53rd home that Avery Habitat for Humanity has dedicated since its beginning in 1991. Clark works as a family service worker for both Avery County Early Head Start and High Country Head Start, which she has worked at for the past six years. Her son...
Clawson receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine
NEWLAND — Following an extended career in law enforcement, Byron Clawson has officially retired as Newland Chief of Police. On Friday, April 12, the town of Newland and its police department hosted Clawson at Newland Town Hall to celebrate his years in service in Newland and Avery County. Many gathered at town hall, including Clawson’s family, and many friends. Newland Mayor Derek Roberts was on hand for the festivities and presented Clawson with a bottle of scotch as a retirement gift. ...
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