James “Melvin” McNeill Sr
James “Melvin” McNeill Sr, age 89, passed away on Saturday, February 21st. Melvin was born November 22, 1936, in Lee County NC to the late Johnny and Rosie McNeill. Church, faith, prayer and the Bible were integral
Peter “Pete” Villano
Peter “Pete” Villano, 48, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly on February 20th, 2026. Born on June 21, 1977, he was the son of the late Ray Villano, who passed away in November 2020. He is survived
Sgt. E.L. Randolph Chapter 57 DAV Meeting for March
The local DAV SGT. E. L. Randolph Chapter 57 has meetings the 1st Saturday of every month to discuss anything new with the DAV. The Mar. 7th will be held at 9:30 am a 1⁄2 hour earlier
Rhonda Lynn Gunter
Rhonda Lynn Gunter died unexpectedly on February 12, 2026, while visiting dear friends near Pinehurst, North Carolina. She had a massive stroke in her sleep, and though she did not regain consciousness the following day, Rhonda was
Strength in the Storm: Schools Rising to Lead
Earlier this month, Yancey County Schools Superintendent Kathy Amos attended the AASA School Superintendents Association 2026 National Conference on Education in Nashville where she led an impactful session titled Educators as Crisis Leaders: How Public Education Anchors
James Harold Julian Oakley
James Harold Julian Oakley, age 73, of Green Mountain, passed away on Thursday, February 19th, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville. A native of Bradenton, FL, he was a son of Judy Oakley of Palmetto, FL and
Gary Switzer
Gary Switzer, age 79, passed away suddenly at his home in Burnsville, North Carolina on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Gary was born on May 9, 1946 in Parma, Ohio. He was the son of the late Donald
David Hensley
David Hensley, age 81, of Fox Creek, went Home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 21st, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late Clarence
Linda Diane Garland Leach
Linda Diane Garland Leach age 70 of Rockdale Rd, Bakersville, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior February 18, 2026. Linda was a native of Mitchell County, NC and a daughter of the late
Over $148,000 Raised For Rebuilding Hollers
An incredible $148,292.00 was raised Saturday evening, February 21st at the GAA Classic Cars Auction as they welcomed Rebuilding Hollers, a Yancey County nonprofit. The organization allowed them to share their story with everyone there. For 2
Wanting a Camper Van
Wanted: Looking to purchase a Roadtrek, Pleasure Way or similar class B camper van…call 828-467-9741
Maltese Male
For Sale: Maltese male, around 9 year old. Has a wireless fence and goes in and out…call 828-467-6524
Ball Python
For Sale: Normal ball python about 6 months old. $75…call or text anytime 828-467-9344
Wanting a Refrigerator
Wanted: Looking for a fridge for cheap or Free…call 828-284-2710
