Erma Jean Houser
Erma Jean Houser, age 85, of Green Mountain, went home to be with her Lord; surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 19th, 2026. She was a daughter to the late John and Carrie Horton. In
A Minature Doberman Has Been Found
A miniature doberman has been found on Humpback Mountain Road in Spruce Pine. It’s black and tan and is not wearing a collar. If you think it’s your dog call 828-467-6430.
Mitchell EDC, Chamber and CTE Program Collaborative Initiative
The Mitchell County Economic Development Commission (EDC), Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce, and Mitchell High and Mitchell Middle Schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program are proud to announce a new collaborative initiative designed to highlight the
Dorothy Fisher Tehandón
Dorothy Fisher Tehandón age 83, formerly of Anna Illinois and for the past few years of Spruce Pine, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on January 11, 2026. Born on September 2,
Joyce Ann (Joy) Hughes
Joyce Ann Hughes (Joy) 61, of the Licklog Community went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 16, 2026. Joy was born on January 13, 1965 to the late Ted Hughes and
Janice Karen Howell
Janice went to her heavenly home on January 16, 2026.She was born to Gordon and Wilma Howell on August 6, 1957. Janice was a special needs person who was a blessing to all who knew her. She
Canon R8 Mirrorless Camera
For Sale: Canon R8 mirrorless camera with 24-50mm lens. Comes with batteries and charger. Upgrading to a new camera. Text with inquiries 828.779.1851
Free 2 Female German Shorthaired Pointers
Free: 2 female German Shorthaired Pointers, free to a good home. They are 15 weeks old and up to date on shots. Last 2 in the litter that are left and we are needing to find them their homes as soon as possible! Please text/call for pictures if interested 828-208-1711
Furniture, Household Items, & Antiques
For Sale: We are losing our home and are looking to sell everything we can! We have furniture, household items, antiques, etc. You can come and look! Also if someone has a camper they aren’t using, lets talk! We have no place to go but we do have somewhere to place a camper! We can’t afford rent these days but can pay some monthly if need be! We have pets and their isn’t anyone renting that is allowing pets. We can work out a deal! Please let me know! Text preferred, call if no response, please leave a message 828-785-8138. Located on Double Island (Micaville side)
Firewood
For Sale: 3 loads of Firewood: all hardwood. $125 a load…call 828-208-3578
Free Tai Chi Gung Series Sponsored by Home Remedies
Home Remedies is sponsoring a FREE weekly Tai Chi Gung movement series on Tuesdays from February 3rd to March 3rd at Reconciliation House (20 Academy St, Burnsville). Instructor Nan Collins will lead a seated class from 10-10:45
Mission First in WNC to Offer Leadless Pacemaker
— Mission Hospital has successfully implanted a new type of pacemaker that can help significantly more patients with slow or irregular heart rhythms — making it the first hospital in Western North Carolina to offer this advanced
Buyout Funding Begins But Not Locally
The first round of funding for the federal Hurricane Helene home buyout program — expected to total nearly $1 billion — will begin arriving in the state within days. The money will go directly to homeowners whose
Mitchell Sheriff’s Department Warns of Scam
The Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents about a recent scam and is urging the public to stay alert. The following message was received by text on a phone: State of North Carolina of Vehicles(DMV)
A Military Challenge Coin Has Been Lost in Spruce Pine
Lost is a Military Challenge coin. I believe we left it at the Waterworx laundromat/car wash in Spruce Pine while doing laundry. I’ve had it for almost 22 years. It is not replaceable. It says 101st airborne and presented by commanding general…call Kevin at 828-260-2691
David McCoy Piercy
David McCoy Piercy, 76, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital in Spruce Pine, NC. David was born on August 26, 1949, in Avery County, NC to the late Allen Piercy and
