
Valentines Day Hike
Join High Peaks for a Valentine’s Day hike, Saturday, February 14 on the Upper River Loop at the Black Mountain Campground. This 4-mile hike starts and ends in the campground. The first section of the trail overlooks



Penland School Community Open House
Penland School of Craft Community Open House is set for Saturday, February 21 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. This is a once-per-year opportunity for the public to spend an afternoon engaged in creative, fun activities in Penland’s

Toe Cane Beekeepers Association Meeting
The Toe Cane Beekeepers Association (TCBA) will host Dr. James Wilkes—beekeeper, professor, and entrepreneur—as the guest speaker for its monthly meeting on Monday, February 24. The meeting will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 15 Hemlock Avenue,


Frank James Briggs
Frank James Briggs, age 85, of Green Mountain, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late Jay

Nanny and Billy Goats
For Sale: Female nanny goat. $300…billy goat: 2 year old, asking $400…call 828-537-0220

Braided Area Rugs from L.L. Bean
For Sale: Braided area rug – LL Bean. Purchased new for $600. Looks new, but can no longer use. Asking $75 or best offer. Also have another area rug similar to this one, but is tan in color. Also purchased from LL Bean! If interested, text 828-678-0263
Gas Station Attendant
Gas station attendant wanted for Grassy Creek Excel. Part time weekend hours. Apply at JJ Gouge Oil 598 Oak Ave Spruce Pine, NC
2 Bedroom Camper for Rent
For Rent: Nice large 2 bedroom camper for rent in a small quiet park. $800 a month, includes power and water…call 828 682 6280

Baxter Eliminates 90 Positions
Baxter confirmed in a statement on Thursday, February 5, that it has eliminated about 90 positions at its Marion facility following a review of its manufacturing network. A company spokesperson said the North Cove site — which


Parkway Playhouse Exciting Spring Lineup
Hadestown: Teen Edition is showing April 17-25, 2026. This award-winning Broadway musical by Anaïs Mitchell is a reimagining of ancient Greek Myths, focusing on the love stories of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone. It follows the

Mission Required To Hire Independent Consultant
Mission Hospital in Asheville has received its third “immediate jeopardy” designation from CMS, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, in two years, following reports of patient deaths, a nurse assault, and a measles exposure. This time, CMS


Mitchell Commissioners & DSS 2/9 Meetings
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Lydie “Wendell” Gouge
Lydie “Wendell” Gouge, 85, of Grassy Creek, passed away on February 3, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born April 1, 1940, he was the son of the late Fred and Ruth McKinney Gouge. A devoted husband,

Wanting a 2007 Ford F-150 Engine
Wanted: 2007 F-150 5.4 liter, 3-valve engine…call 828-263-9191

Donnie Walter Cook
Donnie Walter Cook, age 68, of Pineola Community, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 30th, 2026. He was the son of the late Walter and Martha McKinney Cook. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded