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Company wins rezoning for multi-million dollar manufacturing operation
The Surry County Board of Commissioners heard a rezoning request Monday evening from Industrial Development LLC, making its third appearance seeking approval for a carport door manufacturing operation off of South McKinney Drive in Mount Airy. The third time proved to be the charm, but approval was not unanimous. The company had worked with neighbors to overcome many objections, but the hours of operation proved a sticking point. Those concerns...
Ribbon cutting ceremony held for 'The Thirsty Herd'
Elkin High School proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct.7, to celebrate the grand opening of The Thirsty Herd, a student-led store operated by the 2024-2025 DECA Club members, overseen by DECA Club Advisors. The store is situated near the EHS Auditorium lobby area and offers student employees a valuable, real-world business experience while providing shoppers with stylish, exclusively designed Elkin apparel. Guests in attendance included DECA Club Advisors John Darcey and Derek Carter, Elkin High School Principal Amanda Burton, Assistant Principal Heath Foster, and...
Victims, public await answers as Curlee peeping case continued
For some residents of Mount Airy, the shock to the system has yet to fade away following a felony charge of secret peeping against former downtown volunteer and unofficial town photographer William “Robbie” Curlee. Justice for those who may have had lewd photos taken of them was delayed on Monday as the case was continued to December 16. Monday morning was to have been Curlee’s first appearance in Surry County District Court and a social media campaign was launched to “Pack the Courtroom” with people...
Community pulling together to bring back CJ’s Market
LANSING — Lansing was a one grocery store town, until that store was significantly damaged by flood waters when Hurricane Helene rampaged through Ashe County and the southern Appalachian Mountains at the end of September. Jamey and Trish Hart were there as water begin rising in downtown Lansing on that Friday, and eventually pouring into CJ’s Market. “It was around 11:30 a.m. when we started to get apprehensive. By noon,...
Cardinals improve to 5-2 with victory over Vikings
HAYS — East Surry won its fourth-consecutive game by trouncing North Wilkes 42-13 on Oct. 18. The Cardinals started slow against the one-win Vikings and only led 13-7 at halftime, but took over in the second half to clinch the Foothills 2A Conference victory. Stevie Keener had a field day for East (5-2, 3-0 FH2A) by scoring four total touchdowns. The senior collected seven receptions for a career-high 197 yards,...
Eagles top Falcons 44-17 on Senior Night
DOBSON — Surry Central got back on track by defeating Forbush 44-17 on Oct. 18. Friday’s Foothills 2A Conference game served as Senior Night for 16 Golden Eagles: Brian Williams, Lucas Johnson, Jesse Jester, Tripp McMillen, Eli Snow, Mason Jewell, Landon Easter, Ian Hooker, Allen Huffman, Sam Wood, Wyatt Wall, Jerimiah Harris, Paydon Snow, Houston Whitaker, Henry Godinez and Hagan Simpson. “This is truly a special group of seniors and...
Elkin Elementary rallies to support Boone residents impacted by Hurricane Helene
In an inspiring display of community support and dedication, Elkin Elementary School, under the leadership of Principal Dr. Emily Rycroft, organized a supply drive in the gymnasium at the school on the afternoon of Monday, Sept. 30. Held in conjunction with the American Red Cross Blood Drive, the event aimed to support the residents of Boone, who are facing uncertainty following the catastrophic damages caused by Hurricane Helene. Students, teachers, staff, parents, and Elkin Elementary administration worked tirelessly, collecting hundreds of boxes and bags filled...
Local pilots basing relief efforts out of Twin County Airport
After witnessing the devastation of the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina hit New Orleans nearly 20 years ago, pilots at Twin County Airport near Hillsville, Virginia, knew they needed to act fast to help their fellow Appalachian brethren. From Tuesday, Oct. 1 to Thursday, Oct. 3, pilots associated with Twin County Airport delivered approximately 20 flights of supplies to Ashe County, the closest staging area they could reach near the most devastation — the mountains of Western North Carolina. Hillsville, Virginia-area pilot Mike Diamond said...
Grant totals surpass $3 million for industrial park
WEST JEFFERSON — The Ashe Industrial Park is a six-year strategic project poised to drive future economic growth in Ashe County. The park’s development is primarily funded by $3.28 million in grants secured by Ashe Economic Development. “The development of Ashe Industrial Park has played a crucial role in securing $3.28 million in grant funding. This achievement saves taxpayers a substantial amount of money while creating valuable assets that will attract new and expanding businesses, ultimately fostering economic growth for years to come,” said Adam...
Elkin celebrates public education and the legacy of the Davie Poplar
On the morning of Oct. 10, two momentous events were celebrated on the lawn at Elkin Elementary School. The first marked the 30th anniversary of the planting of the Davie Poplar sapling and the second commemorated the 50th anniversary of the opening of the current Elkin Elementary building. These celebrations serve as a reminder to pause and reflect on the importance of tradition. Principal Dr. Emily Rycroft welcomed Caleb Wyatt, 1993’s recipient of the Davie Poplar sapling, and many other guests to celebrate two significant anniversaries. ...
East Bend to pursue mediation with Yadkin County over water rates
The small conference room in the East Bend Town Hall, as well as the hallway and lobby, were packed Tuesday for a special called meeting of the East Bend Town Board to discuss a contract and water rates it pays Yadkin County. No official motion was made to open a public hearing but the meeting began with audience members peppering the board, mayor and town attorney with questions about the contract and potential shut off of water to the town. ...
Early voting underway in Yadkin
Early voting began last week in Yadkin County and around the state. Reports from the State Board of Elections say it was a record breaking year for early voting with 353,166 people casting ballots on day, Oct. 17, at 419 poling sites in the state. In Yadkin, Interim Elections Director Brenna Dickerson reported 819 total ballots cast on the first day of early voting and a total of 3,847 ballots cast as of around 12 noon on Tuesday. ...
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