
Estate Sale
An estate sale is going on right now through Sunday at 10329 Highway 19E South in Spruce Pine. Sale consists of all house contents, vehicles, tools and antiques. Stop by anytime. For more information call Brian at 561-386-7166
Roberta Joe Fox
Roberta Joe Foxx, 65, of Burnsville, North Carolina, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Hickory. She was born on March 26, 1961, to Robert Lee Foxx Sr. and the late Jolene Woody Foxx. Roberta was a
Shirley Young
Shirley Young, age 90, of the Arbuckle Community, went Home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Shirley was a daughter of the late Thomas and Julie Edge McKinney.

Man Charged In Drug Related Death in McDowell County
PRESS RELEASE: A McDowell County Sheriff’s Office death investigation stemming from an incident last summer has concluded after toxic levels of illegal drugs were determined to be the cause of death. The following is an update on

Statewide Burning Ban
Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice. Under North Carolina law,

Clay Planter Workshop
Talented potter Anna Early will lead a class on making clay planters for the home on April 11 from 11 am to 1 pm at the Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Road, Burnsville. Register on

Bakersville Easter Egg Hunt
The Bakersville Easter Egg Hunt event is on April, 4th at the new courthouse. At the no cost event we will have the egg hunt, prizes, and games to play. We are also providing a free lunch.

On-Going Free Personal & Professional Development Events
Resources For Resilience is an Asheville-based nonprofit organization sharing practical tools and research-based resources for individuals, teams, and communities to manage stress and prevent burnout. In the year following Helene, we continue to hold space for WNC

Community Good Friday Worship & Communion
A community Good Friday Worship and Communion Service April 3rd at 7 p.m. at Mt.Celo Church, 5277 Hwy 80 South. Pastor Mark Wise will lead the Service.





Linda Ann McKinney
On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Linda Ann McKinney, age 81, of Burnsville, North Carolina, went home into the arms of her beloved daughter, Lynette. Also awaiting her arrival were her parents, Edward “Ed” Marion
Michael Austin Webb
Michael Austin Webb, age 64, of the Prices Creek Community, went Home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Mike was preceded in death by his late wife, Judy McKinney Webb, with whom he
Wanting to Hire a Piano Player
Wanted: Pine Branch Baptist Church in Spruce Pine is looking to pay a piano player to fill in while their piano player is out sick…call 828-766-4901
Maltese Male Dog
For Sale: 9 yr old Maltese male dog: good with kids and other animals, has a wireless fence, and is a sweet dog…call 828-467-6524

Relief for Families, Farmers & Small Businesses
(Press Release) I came to Congress to fix how Washington works and to bring real relief for families, farmers, and small business owners across our district. Here’s how I am delivering for you: FOR PARENTS: H.R.1 is