Toe River Health District, Yancey, Mitchell and Avery Counties, were notified today (Friday, August 7th), about the following positive cases in our district. Avery County had 1 new positive today which puts them at 107 positive cases, 81 have recovered and 26 active. Yancey County had 3 new positives today which puts them at 114 positive cases, 99 have recovered and 14 active and 1 ...(more)
The library is now open to the public on a limited basis. Only ten people will be allowed into the building at one time. All patrons visiting the library branches are required under Executive Order No. 147 to wear a cloth face covering. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided. We also ask that patrons observe social distancing guidelines and wash hands frequently or use hand ...(more)
(If you would like to submit an item for the “Swap Shop” use the form here To submit an item by phone call 828-682-3510 ext 442) (Lost and Found Items page is here) August 14, 2020 Wanted: Several bags of fresh cut solid heads of fall cabbage…call 828-467-9003 For Sale: Ten dozen canning jars…call 385-3503 For Sale: Ladies’ jeans: ...(more)
A cat is missing from Bearwallow Road. It’s solid black, short-haired, small build, 2 years old wearing a blue collar with a small bell. It’s name is Kittie. If you’ve found it or have any information call Tasha at 828-467-6117. ...(more)
Mitchell County Schools-Return to Learning Plan 1st Nine Weeks Grading Period (August 17-October 16, 2020) August 17-28, 2020-K-12- Back-to-School Transition The purpose of this staggered, two week transition period is to help students meet and build relationships with their teachers, learn how to use their new devices, and establish safety procedures. Monday, August 17 and 24- Students with ...(more)
(FESTIVAL CANCELLED) Bigfoot so far has not fallen victim to the coronavirus. Plans for the September 18th and 19th Bigfoot Festival in Marion are continuing. Friday, September 18th will include a massive Bigfoot Expo inside the Marion Community Building with researchers presenting and displaying a wide range of evidence. The expo costs $5 per person. Saturday, September 19th will feature an ...(more)
TOE RIVER HEALTH DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE Toe River Health District Announces Three Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Yancey County Three Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Mitchell County Two Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Avery County Ledger, NC (August 6, 2020). Toe River Health District, Yancey, Mitchell and Avery Counties, were notified today, about the ...(more)
The Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Mitchell County Shepherd’s Staff will move online this year due to the ongoing pandemic. Bidding for handcrafted bowls by local artisans opens online on Saturday, August 8th at 9:00 am and closes Friday August 14th at 9:00 pm at biddingowl.com/shepherdsstaff. To win a bowl, participants must donate at least $40. There are a limited number of ...(more)
