Rickey Brown
Rickey Brown, age 61, of Bill Allen Branch, passed away at his home on Monday, February 9th, 2026. A native of Yancey County, he was a son to Dean Mack and Jaquetta “Keta” Perkins Brown. In addition
2008 Harley Davidson Motorcycle and a 1952 Fleetline Deluxe Chevy Car
For Sale: 2008 Harley Davidson Softail Springer: very nice bike, lots of extras on it. Asking $12,500…1952 Fleetline Deluxe Chevy Car. Been working on it about 2 years with lots done. Runs and drives good. Restoration about 50% done. Needs to be painted. Asking $6,500…call 828-777-4945
2 Cats are Missing from Toodies Creek
2 cats from Toodies Creek in the Pensacola area. They are white and grey and wearing flea collars…call 828 678-1852
Terrier/French Bulldog Mix
For Sale: Sweet male puppy: loves to play, has had puppy shots and has been wormed. It’s a terrier/ French bulldog mix. A good home is a must. Text only please (828)678-0823
James Michael Serafini
James Michael Serafini, 74, of Burnsville, gently entered eternal rest on Monday, February 9th, 2026, at Mission Hospital in Asheville. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he was the beloved son of the late James and Flora Scokas Serafini.
History Happy Hour With Poet Hilda Downer
Hilda Downer, the inaugural poet laureate of the High Country, will share her work at the History Happy Hour at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 3, at Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd., Burnsville. She
Democratic Candidates Forum
Have you had a chance to meet or hear the Democratic candidates that are running for the 11th Congressional District for the U. S. House of Representatives, various judgeships, North Carolina Senate District #47, North Carolina House
McDowell Sheriff Asks For Help in Identifying Person
Captain Chris Taylor with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured below at a local business on U.S. 221 North. If you recognize this person or have any
Wanda Hughes Carpenter
Wanda Hughes Carpenter, age 94, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Wanda was a daughter of the late Jack and Hazel Hughes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in