FEMA Housing Program Update
FEMA has granted a six-month extension for portions of its housing and rental assistance program for people affected by Helene. With this extension, under the Direct Temporary Housing Program, eligible individuals can continue staying in FEMA-provided housing
Jimmy Dale Barnett
Jimmy Dale Barnett, age 88,passed away unexpectedly in a automobile accident on Monday, March 9th, 2026. He was a native of Yancey, NC and a son of the late Floyd Lee and Elvie Byrd Barnett. In addition
Cassie “Opal” Robinson
Cassie “Opal” Robinson, age 95, of Green Mountain, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026. A native of Yancey County, she was a daughter of Noah and Ruby Riddle Robinson. She
Mitchell FBLA Wins at State Leadership Conference
Mitchell High School Future Business Leaders of America competed in the state leadership conference last week. 3,125 students across the state competed in business, leadership, and career-readiness skills through objective testing, presentation and role-play events, and chapter
Wanting to Hire a Caregiver
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Wanted: Caregiver needed for in home care for an older man in wheelchair. Needs help with meals, toileting, napping and appointments. M-F 8-4, every other Saturday 8-4…Contact Marcie at 828-284-3340
Round Hay Baler
For Sale: 484 Hesston round hay baler…call 828-284-6673
James Ralph Watson
James Ralph Watson, age 85, of U.S. 19-E South in Spruce Pine, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Cranberry House. Born on March 27, 1940 in Avery County, he was the son of the late
Mitchell County Democratic Party County Convention
Come join us for the Mitchell County Democratic Party County Convention! Democrats from across Mitchell County will gather at 10:00 a.m. until Noon on Saturday, March 28th, in the courtroom of the historic Mitchell County Courthouse (11
Gather Art Market
Gather Art Market will take place at Hearth Glass & Gallery (410 W Main St) in Burnsville on Saturday, April 11th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This spring market coincides with and neighbors the first Yancey
National Day of Prayer 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026 Riverside Park at 12:00 noon Mitchell County observance of the National Day of Prayer Local leaders speaking, Tri-County Christian School providing music, & a time of prayer Please come. Please bring a chair.
St. Patrick’s Day Dance with The Dwayne Melton Band
The Spruce Pine Moose Lodge will be having a St. Patrick’s Day Dance on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 8:00 pm til Midnight with the Dwayne Melton Band. Always a fun time had by all with some