


FEMA Housing Program Update
FEMA has granted a six-month extension for portions of its housing and rental assistance program for people affected by Helene. With this extension, under the Direct Temporary Housing Program, eligible individuals can continue staying in FEMA-provided housing
Jimmy Dale Barnett
Jimmy Dale Barnett, age 88,passed away unexpectedly in a automobile accident on Monday, March 9th, 2026. He was a native of Yancey, NC and a son of the late Floyd Lee and Elvie Byrd Barnett. In addition
Cassie “Opal” Robinson
Cassie “Opal” Robinson, age 95, of Green Mountain, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026. A native of Yancey County, she was a daughter of Noah and Ruby Riddle Robinson. She

Mitchell FBLA Wins at State Leadership Conference
Mitchell High School Future Business Leaders of America competed in the state leadership conference last week. 3,125 students across the state competed in business, leadership, and career-readiness skills through objective testing, presentation and role-play events, and chapter



Wanting to Hire a Caregiver
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Wanted: Caregiver needed for in home care for an older man in wheelchair. Needs help with meals, toileting, napping and appointments. M-F 8-4, every other Saturday 8-4…Contact Marcie at 828-284-3340
Round Hay Baler
For Sale: 484 Hesston round hay baler…call 828-284-6673

James Ralph Watson
James Ralph Watson, age 85, of U.S. 19-E South in Spruce Pine, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Cranberry House. Born on March 27, 1940 in Avery County, he was the son of the late


Mitchell County Democratic Party County Convention
Come join us for the Mitchell County Democratic Party County Convention! Democrats from across Mitchell County will gather at 10:00 a.m. until Noon on Saturday, March 28th, in the courtroom of the historic Mitchell County Courthouse (11


Gather Art Market
Gather Art Market will take place at Hearth Glass & Gallery (410 W Main St) in Burnsville on Saturday, April 11th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This spring market coincides with and neighbors the first Yancey

National Day of Prayer 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026 Riverside Park at 12:00 noon Mitchell County observance of the National Day of Prayer Local leaders speaking, Tri-County Christian School providing music, & a time of prayer Please come. Please bring a chair.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance with The Dwayne Melton Band
The Spruce Pine Moose Lodge will be having a St. Patrick’s Day Dance on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 8:00 pm til Midnight with the Dwayne Melton Band. Always a fun time had by all with some


Yancey Board of Education Reschedules Meeting
Yancey County Board of Education Schedule of Regular Meetings All meetings begin with a work session at 5:30 p.m. March 26, 2026 (Rescheduled Regular Meeting) East Yancey Middle April 20, 2026 Cane River Middle May 18,


Juanita Waldrop
Juanita Waldrop, age 72, of Buncombe County, passed away on March 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 12, 1953, to the late James Paul Hollifield and Beth Ruth Suttles. Juanita was
Dewalt Drill, Angle Grinder, Skiis, Camping Chair, Etc.
For Sale: Good used Dewalt 18 volt drill with 2 batteries and charger $45… New in box Bauer 4 ½ inch angle grinder with paddle switch and 10 new blades $50…Set of Fischer RC4 skis with poles $75…Set of Carve 18 short skis $50….Set of Rossignol Straton skis with poles $75…new in bag gigantic red fold up camping chair $160 or best offer…Brand new Yardmax front tine tiller paid $600 used 10 minutes will take $475 or trade for small pull behind trailer…wooden display case with glass front and lock and key $50…womens size 8 tan colored Sperry loafers $25…4 new Summit tires size 185x65r15 $300…Husky 1/2 in drive air gun $45…call 828 387 5696