Reba Robinson Boone
Reba Robinson Boone, departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, January 7th, 2025, at her and her daughter’s residence in Morganton. A native of Yancey County she was a daughter to the late Grayson and Eva Robinson. In
Mitchell County Railroad Crossing Closure
Mitchell County Railroad Crossing Closure CSX and Southern Commercial Development, will begin a rail maintenance project on Jan 12, 2026, working south through McDowell County. The project will last about 7 weeks (through approx. Feb 23, 2026).
Work To Begin Soon To Restore Poplar Boat Launch
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is partnering with the National Forest Foundation to rebuild the Poplar Boat Launch, which provides access to the Nolichucky River. The launch, located on the Pisgah National Forest, was damaged by
Yancey County Schools Rebuild with the Help of VS America After Hurricane Helene
In September 2024, Hurricane Helene brought unprecedented devastation to Yancey County, significantly impacting our schools and community. All schools were forced to close for seven weeks due to extensive damage, and one school was destroyed beyond repair.
2 Sump Pumps
For Sale: 1hp sump pump and 1/2hp sump pump $300 for both…call Steve 828 467-8791
TV Stand and Ladder Shelf
For Sale: Wal-mart TV stand: new in box, black. $75…ladder-style shelf $50…text only for pictures…call 828 -208-0569
Kenneth Lee “Ken” Hicks
Kenneth Lee “Ken” Hicks, passed away peacefully on January 4th, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in McDowell County on November 24th, 1951 to the late Virgil Lee Hicks and Dorothy
Blue Ridge Parkway Campground Reservations Available Soon
Reservations for campgrounds for the 2026 camping season on the Blue Ridge Parkway will become available on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 am EST. Reservations can be made online at rec.gov, on the park’s camping website
Wanting a Free Dryer
Wanted: In need of a free dryer please…email Taterfried97@gmail.com
New Zealand Buck Rabbit
For Sale: Young New Zealand buck rabbit…text 828-467-0447
Parkway Playhouse Announces New Executive Director
The Parkway Playhouse has announced their new Executive Director, Melanie Veazey! Melanie joins the leadership team with an extensive background in arts administration, creative development, and performance. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theater
Carolyn ‘Carol’ Hoilman Pendley
Carolyn ‘Carol’ Hoilman Pendley, age 71, of Beaver Creek Road in Spruce Pine, went home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2026 at Amorem Health in Valdese. Born on June 22, 1954 in Mitchell County,
