$10.5 Million to Strengthen Federally Qualified Health Centers
Dogwood Health Trust and Primary Care Development Corporation (PCDC) has announced a $10.5 million effort to strengthen the financial resiliency of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across Western North Carolina. This strategic collaboration ensures that eligible FQHCs
Alfred Cornett
Alfred Cornett, age 76, of Bakersville, North Carolina, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at his residence. Alfred loved and greatly encouraged his children, his large extended family, many friends, coworkers, and he opened his heart to
Man Sentenced in Avery, Mitchell Property Fraud Case
A Conover man will spend up to 11 years in prison after pleading guilty to a series of property crimes that included cases in Avery and Mitchell counties. According to the Catawba County District Attorney’s Office, 28-year-old
When the Music Starts, Something Changes
By April Henkel Local volunteer leaders Martha Huskins and Paul Lundquist have both witnessed the extraordinary power of music in dementia care — not just in theory, but in deeply personal ways. “My mother loved the Brass
Jonathan Joe Capps
Jonathan Joe Capps, age 49, of Burnsville, North Carolina, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Burnsville. Jonathan was born on December 24, 1976, to the late D. Joe Capps and Frances Jackson Capps. In addition to
Freda Ann Ballew
Freda Ann Ballew, 63, of Burnsville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 at the Yancey House. A lifelong resident of Yancey County, she was born in the Low Gap Community on
2014 Hyundai Sonata
For Sale: 2014 Hyundai Sonata: needs an engine. $1,000 or best offer…call 828-208-2885
Vintage Coal Forge with Anvil and Accessories
For Sale: Vintage coal forge with 100l lb blacksmith anvil, crank blower and electric blower, hammers and handmade tongs… call for more information 828 898 9897 or 828 387 1468
Complete PA System
For Sale: This would be a great start to any small club or venue a complete PA system the only thing you would have to get is your mics and cables. mains, subs, monitors, amps. $5500.00 it sounds like a lot and it is but when you see what you’re getting there’s a lot of equipment. Been lightly used well taken care of. See attachment for list…email blackie_@bellsouth.net
New Zealand Doe Rabbit
For Sale: A New Zealand doe rabbit, 5months old, asking $35…call 828-467-0447
Sassy Gal Boutique Grand Opening
The Yancey Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the grand opening for Sassy Gal Boutique on Friday, March 6th. The store is in downtown Burnsville where the former Grapevine women’s clothing store was located. Sassy
Manna Pop-Up Food Pantry
There will be a Manna pop up food pantry on Wednesday, March 11, from 10-11:30 am in the parking lot of Newdale Presbyterian Church located on 19E in the Newdale community. This is a joint ministry of Grassy Creek, Newdale, and Micaville Presbyterian Churches.
Submissions for 2026 Summer Resource Guide Open!
Summer is just around the corner, and so is the 2026 Summer Resource Guide! Anyone hosting local events or activities is encouraged to submit them to this summer’s guide. Published every year by Partners Aligned Toward Health (PATH)
High Peaks Leads Bailey Mountain Hike March 13
Join High Peaks for a fun, moderate hike on Friday, March 13 at Bailey Mountain near Mars Hill. This early-Spring outing will cover 4.5 miles and should offer a chance to see blooming flowers and mushrooms. Hikers
FEMA Money for Yancey County
(Press release) Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) has announced the release of $70 million in FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds to support North Carolina’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. Funding secured for North Carolina’s 11th