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,
Congressman Mobile Office Hours 3/17
Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) announced new mobile office hours. Avery County: Who: Congressman Edwards’ Staff When: March 17 from 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM Where: Crossnore Volunteer Fire Department at 125 E Crossnore Dr, Crossnore, NC Mitchell
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
2022 Forest River Platinum Camper
For Sale: Exceptionally well maintained 2022 Forest River Platinum. Only 2 trips over 100 miles. Everything you need to camp. All you need to do is hook it up and go. Includes (Sway reduction hitch, battery, levelers, all water/sewer/electric/cable hook-ups, TV, stocked kitchen, k-cup coffee maker, toaster oven, mattress topper for the queen bed, and more!) $24,000…call 828-284-0440
2 Jenny Donkeys
For Sale: Donkeys: 2 Jennys, one 3, one 4, full sisters…call 828-284-6673
Wanting to Hire a Chimney Sweep
Wanted: To hire a chimney sweep to clean out a stopped up chimney and get the soot out of it…call 828-208-4972
Cow Hay
For Sale: Cow hay in 4×4.5 rolls, clean and dry. $25 a roll…call 828-242-5876 (in Burnsville)
Annual Rummage Sale at the Burnsville Town Center
The Annual Rummage Sale will be held at the Burnsville Town Center Friday and Saturday March 20th and 21st from 8-5 Friday and 8 to 4 Saturday. Items include kids and adults clothing, Western wear, baby stuff,
Marion Man Charged in Shooting Incident
A man from Marion is facing serious charges after a shooting incident last week. The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office says 56-year-old James Lee McKinney Jr. was arrested in connection with a shooting that happened Friday, March 13.
Sylvia Gabriele Badschild
Sylvia Gabriele Badschild, age 79, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, March 15th 2026. Born in Munich, Germany she moved to Burnsville in 1978. She was a devoted wife and business partner to her husband, a loving
