Meet The Staff

Lelia Kay Branton

Lelia Kay Branton, age 72, went Home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 9th 2025, at Mission Hospital.  She was a daughter of the late Stanley Garland  Fortner.  She was preceded in death by two sisters,

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New NC Law Limits Cellphone Use for Students

Cellphone use in North Carolina public schools will now be limited under a new law signed by Gov. Josh Stein. House Bill 959 requires schools to create policies restricting student access to phones and wireless devices during

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Jacquline Burleson

Jacquline Burleson, a cherished member and guiding light of her mountain community, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025 in her home. She was a woman of deep compassion, creative spirit, and unwavering strength, whose legacy will

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Dining Room Table, Couch, & China Cabinet

For Sale: Dining room table with extra leaf to enlarge the table and multiple chairs $75…Couch with storage underneath cushion $40…China Cabinet $150… Text for pictures (828)385-1779. Offers considered on all items.

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Wanting to Rent a House

Wanted: I am looking for a house to rent, or even a lease to own if it’s the right fit. It would be just myself, looking for a one-two bedroom home with some garden space! I am a teacher in the area and in desperate need of housing! I have great rental references, credit score, and a responsible tenant…call 540-588-5443

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Martin Guitar

For Sale: 2003 Martin D18V guitar in excellent condition. Comes with a hard shell case. $2,300…call 828-385-1869

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Top to Toe 5K Returns to Spruce Pine

The Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Quartz Corporation, is proud to present the 2nd annual Top to Toe 5K, one of the most scenic and unique races in the State, happening this summer

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Buck Stove Marks 50th Anniversary

This 2025 summer marks the 50th Anniversary for Buck Stove when Carrol Buckner invented and sold the first “Regular Buck” to a local general store in Mitchell County, NC for manufacturing. Since then, Buck Stove has become

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