





Timothy “Tim” Dale Byrd
Timothy “Tim” Dale Byrd, age 58, went Home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9th, 2026 with his Son and Father by his side. He was a native of Hickory, NC and the son to


Blue Ridge Regional Hospital’s Pediatric Emergency Services
When most of us think of medical emergencies, we often think of the ones that impact adults — crises like heart attack and stroke. However, in the course of a year, about 30 million sick or injured

Johnny Ray Ollis
Johnny Ray Ollis, age 83, passed away, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Jonas Ridge, Johnny was born on December 8, 1942. He was the


Wanting Bantam Chickens
Wanted: To buy bantam chickens…call 828-284-9772
1990 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat
For Sale: 1990 Ford F150 XLT Lariat: 79,000 Original miles, clear coating chipping, no rust and immaculate interior, 302 – 4 speed – manual locking hubs, $9,000…text preferred 828-208-2250
Chickens and Ducks
For Sale: Rhode Island Red hens, less than a year old and already laying $20 each…7 month old Silkie pair paint splash color, very beautiful and friendly, $150 for the pair…2 male and 2 female Muscovy ducks. $50 for each pair or $75 for all…call 828 682 6280, no texts
Recumbent Bike, Cargo Mat, Floor Mats, Pet Cage, Etc.
For Sale: Star Trac S-RBx Recumbent Bike – Commerical grade, excellent condition. $400…Large cargo mat $50…Weather Tech Floormats – fits Nissan $60…Anolon Achieve 10 piece teal cookware set – new in box $200…Large green base pet cage – measures 40″ long 18″wide and 22″ tall $50…Top Paw Portable 42″ canvas dog crate – new in box $100…Vintage Campbells soup cups (5) – $30…Apple themed basket and pottery set $30…Merrell Trail runner shoes (burgundy and teal) – ladies size 7 $30…call 828-467-6744 to get more details and photos.
4 Train Sets with Tracks and Builds
For Sale: 4 train sets with tracks and builds. Will take $800…call 828-319-1554

Vote Now in Strongest Town Contest
Spruce Pine is gaining national attention as a contender in the Strongest Town contest. Residents and supporters can visit strongesttown.com to view the 16 finalist communities, learn about each town’s strengths, and cast a vote for Spruce

Mission Accepting Applications for Kesha Young Scholarship
Mission Health is accepting applications from throughout the communities we serve for the Kesha Young Health Careers Scholarship. Now in its 29th year, the aim of this scholarship is to support education goals for high school seniors and

Yancey County Commissioners and Board of Education Joint Meeting


Toe Cane Beekeepers Association Meeting
Greg Rogers of Haw Creek Honey Company of Asheville will be the featured speaker at the Toe Cane Beekeeper Association’s meeting Tuesday, March 24, at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 15 Hemlock Ave., in Spruce Pine. Rogers has

American Red Cross Blood Drives in March
This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain

Revival at Plum Branch Baptist Church
Revival begins at Plum Branch Baptist Church Sunday 3/15 at 6pm and through the week at 7pm with different preachers each night. Pastor Stacey Elkins and the members of the church invite everyone to attend.