Yellow Locust Firewood
For Sale: Two pickup loads of yellow locust firewood seasoned 9 months…call Rick or Mary at 828-380-6699 or 828-442-3354
Katherine Thomas
Katherine Thomas, 83, passed away on January 19, 2026 at her home in Bakersville, NC. Kitty, as she was known was born on August 08, 1942 in Mountain City, TN to the late Joe and Maude Combs
Charles James Rhyne
Charles James Rhyne, age 82, of Three Mile Community, went Home to be with Lord on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family, after a 17 Year courageous battle with cancer. Born
Changes to WHC Wrestling Tournament Due to Weather
The 2026 Western Highland Conference Wrestling Tournament originally scheduled for Friday has been moved to Thursday at Madison High. Both the mens and women’s varsity teams will be in action.ssfew
The WHC Middle school tournament originally scheduled for Saturday at Mitchell HS is most likely being moved to Friday at Mitchell MIDDLE SCHOOL beginning at 4pm.
Stay tuned for additional updates as needed.
Blood Donation Opportunities Through 2/3
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays
Felony Warrant for Child Abduction
Tuesday, January 20th the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department announced they have an outstanding felony warrant for Christopher Stanley Bethea Jr. for child abduction. The SBI is assisting the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office and the Asheville Police Department..
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
