Forest Service Officers Break Up Suspected Ramp-Poaching Operation
Deeply rooted in the culture and history of Southern Appalachia, native, wild leeks, commonly known as ramps, are prized by locals for their culinary and medicinal properties. An alarming discovery underscored the growing threat to this native
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High Peaks Leads Grandfather Mountain Hike March 27
Experienced, fit hikers are invited to join the NC High Peaks Trail Association hike to Grandfather Mountain – also known as Calloway Peak – on Friday, March 27. This is a tough out-and-back loop hike that covers
Words That Move Us: An Evening of Politics & Poetry
Two best friends. Two callings. One shared belief: words matter. Join us for a lively and thoughtful evening of words and works; where public service meets the power of language. Suzanne Gavenus, candidate for House District 85,
Food Giveaway at Mt. Pleasant Food Pantry
The Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Food Pantry will be hosting another food giveaway Friday, March 20th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church at 151 Scronce Creek Road in Burnsville. Anyone who wants the food is welcome to come. Just call 828-536-0130 when you get there to let them know you’re there and someone will load the food in your car without you having to get out of your car. For more information check out their webpage.
Benjamin David Atwood
Benjamin David Atwood, age 50, of Old Fort, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and was the son of David Ray and Lane
Free Roosters
Free: 2 roosters: 1 Buff and 1 Red…call 828-688-3002
Cabbage Patch Dolls, File Cabinet, Book Case, Etc.
For Sale: Cabbage Patch dolls. $50 each …2-drawer file cabinet in excellent condition, no.rust. $10..book case. $10…Quincencera ball gown. new. Size 22 wide. $50…end tables, cherry oak $5…Nordic Track. $300…call 828-630-5699
Bantam Chickens
For Sale: Trio of Single Comb White Leghorn Bantams. All are one year old. Hens are laying. $45…call 828-442-2278
Troy-Bilt Tiller, Extension Ladder & Step Ladders
For Sale: Troy-Bilt Bronco tiller: rear tine, almost new. $350… 24ft. extension ladder. 10-foot step and 8-foot step ladder. $300…call 682-6798. No calls after 8.00 p.m.
Wanting a Young Grown Cat
Wanted: Looking for a young grown cat…call 828-467-8801
Free Heating Oil Tank
Free: Free, above ground, large metal heating oil tank. Good condition. Approx 45 inches diameter by 74 inches long. There is some heating oil and water inside. Easy to access to tank on my property for you to haul away…contact susan.feagin3@gmail.com
Yancey Health Department $100,000 Grant for Post-Helene Water Recovery
The Yancey County Health Department has been awarded a $100,000 grant to address critical water safety issues persisting in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The funding, provided by the Community Foundation of North Carolina, is earmarked specifically to help local
County Confirms End of Paradigm Project, Amphitheater Idea Tabled
The Paradigm project is over and the Micaville amphitheater idea has been tabled. These two Yancey County projects have had significant chatter recently on social media. After the March 9 meeting of the Yancey County Board of
Craftsman Push Lawnmower
For Sale: Craftsman 22-inch mulching push lawnmower, 6.0 horsepower, new carburetor…call 828-682-2171
Free English Springer Spaniel
Free: Nearly 6 year old full bred English Springer Spaniel. He is NOT neutered. Free to a good home, he does best by himself but could do well with dogs his size, he does not like small dogs or cats, he thinks they’re toys…call 828-208-3767