Mitchell Chamber and EDC Recognize Mitchell High Senior Sam Jones
The Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Commission is proud to recognize Mitchell High School senior Sam Jones for his outstanding leadership, dedication to Career and Technical Education (CTE), and service to both his school and the
Mary Frances Edwards
Mary Frances Edwards, age 95, of the South Toe Community, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 at The Greens of Spruce Pine. A native of Yancey County, she was a
Mitchell Veterans To Benefit From New Program
Veterans who live in Mitchell County, along with widows and widowers of Mitchell County veterans, can take advantage of a new program that provides free rides on Mitchell County Transportation vans and buses. Some examples of trips
Round Mult-Color Rug
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Primary Election Results
Voters went to the polls yesterday for the North Carolina primary election, with several local races appearing on the ballot. Election officials say results remain unofficial until they are certified following the counting of absentee and provisional
Denise Pate Sturgill
Denise Pate Sturgill, age 57, of the Jacks Creek Community, went Home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 4th, 2026 at Mission Hospital. A native of Yancey County, she was a daughter of JD and
Mitchell High Health Science Students Teach CPR
In honor of heart month, Health Science students from Mitchell High School CTE teamed up to teach younger students in Mitchell County Schools how to properly complete hands-only CPR. Greenlee Primary and Mitchell Elementary (5th grade) participated
Darryl Wayne Whitson
Darryl Wayne Whitson,age 84, of Burnsville, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Saturday February the 28, at Mission Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A native of Yancey county he was a son of
Hospital Independent Monitor Meeting To Address Concerns
Residents of this area are invited to attend a Dogwood Health Trust public meeting in Asheville this month to brief residents on the penalties facing Mission Hospital and to explain how community members can submit questions or
Mitchell County Convenience Centers Extended Hours
The Mitchell County Convenience Centers in Altapass, Bakersville, Buladean, and Red Hill have changed over to their extended hours. They are now open from 6:30AM to 7:00PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday, & Saturday. They are closed every
French Broad Electric Helps Out East Yancey Middle School
French Broad Electric Company (FBEMC) has recently helped out East Yancey Middle School in two big ways. First, FBEMC graciously trimmed the trees in the front entrance circle driveway. The American flag at the school can now