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Home Remedies Free Clinic Success; More Scheduled

Despite the rain, more than thirty people came to Reconciliation House on July 20th to connect, unwind, and address their pain at the Home Remedies Community Clinic. Participants sampled free Chiropractic, Therapeutic Massage, and Acupuncture services from...Read More
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Penland School at Spruce Pine Rotary Club

Guest Speakers this week  at the Spruce Pine Rotary Club were from Penland School. They spoke about the amazing community work they do at the Walnut Ave Apartments. The HIVE provides youth with fun things to do...Read More
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NAACP Potluck & Movie Screening

The Yancey-Mitchell NAACP would like to welcome the community to a potluck, screening, and discussion of the film “Bad Faith”. This free event will take place at the Yancey County Public Library’s large room on the 2nd Floor,...Read More

Making Memories at The Orchard

Apple season is officially upon us! July brought our first two apple varieties of the 2024 season to harvest, the Transparent (Lodi) and Early June varieties, and our first U-Pick apple tours headed into the Orchard, returning...Read More

Critical Call for Blood and Platelet dDonors

The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed...Read More
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Grandfather Mountain Celebrates Flight

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, and Kitty Hawk Kites are set to celebrate the flight of the latter’s founder and the first person to hang glide off the mountain,...Read More
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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®

On Saturday, Oct. 5, Buncombe County and surrounding area residents will join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® — the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s...Read More

GriefShare – Beginning August 6th

Have you recently experienced the heartache of losing a loved one? Or perhaps you know someone who is navigating grief? You’re not alone. GriefShare is more than just a support group; it’s a friendly, understanding community where...Read More
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Free Medicare 101 Seminars

Medicare 101 seminars on the following dates and times: Tuesday July 16th at 2pm at Yancey County Public library Thursday July 25th at 2pm at Mitchell County Public Library- Bakersville And Thursday August 1st at 2pm at...Read More

Register Now For Top To Toe 5K Race

The Top to Toe 5K is an adventurous descent from the top of a high purity quartz surface mine to the bottom of the Toe River valley. Built for record chasers and families alike, this course begins...Read More

Critical Need For Blood

This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to support lifesaving transfusions this summer. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type...Read More
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Moose Lodge Car Show

The Spruce Pine Moose Lodge will be hosting a Car Show on Saturday July 27th.   Registration will be from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm and cost $10 per vehicle.  There will be a trophy for classes and...Read More

Rhododendron Car Show – Thank You!

Thank all that were able to come out to our show.  We were able to raise more than $18,000 for the Shriners Hospital in Greenville SC. We had the most cars we have ever had. We are having...Read More
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Parkway Playhouse Upcoming Youth Programs

Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Summer? Parkway Playhouse has a full lineup of upcoming youth programs! Showing July 19th at 6:30pm, July 20th at 6:30pm, and July 21st at 2:30pm, Parkway Playhouse...Read More
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40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral & Gem Show

The 40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show will be from July 28th  to August 4th  2024. There will be over 60 worldwide vendors with all kinds of lapidary related items for sale. There are gemstones,...Read More

Family Fun All Summer Long at The Orchard

It’s official – summer is upon us! Beautiful spring apple blossoms have disappeared, making way for the start of the season’s harvest of heirloom apples. As temperatures rise, so does the excitement at the Orchard. June began...Read More
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Rhododendron Queens & Junior Contestants

Rhododendron Queen Contestants: Parker Sterling Age 18 Clogging Randleman Andi Creech Age 20 Vocal Burgaw Kaylyn Fairchild Age 18 Vocal Marion Gracie Houser Age 20 Tap Dance Bakersville Jessie Grant Age 22 Vocal/Guitar Spruce Pine Carly Sanderson...Read More
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Grandfather Mtn Habitat Enhancements

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has added behind-the-scenes habitat cameras and a new kiosk with television screens at its cougar overlook, enhancing visitors’ experience and their chance to see...Read More

Spruce Pine BBQ Set For October 5th!

It is BBQ time again in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina.  This year is better than ever with a new location, the most delicious BBQ and exciting new music.  The date is October 5,...Read More

Mitchell & Yancey County Medicare Educational Events

Free Seminars: NC SHIIP (Senior’s Health Insurance Information Program) is proud to offer the following presentations for all community members interested at no cost; Medicare Financial Help and Avoiding Frauds and Scams Monday August 12th 2-3pm, Medicare 101...Read More
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Harvest Share

A free walk-up produce market will be held on Wednesdays, 10 am-noon at the West Burnsville Baptist Church starting Wednesday May 29th and continuing through the growing season. Everybody welcome. It’s a collaboration of Dig In! Yancey...Read More
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Grandfather Mountain Adult Field Courses

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is once again offering its adult field course series for 2024, allowing participants the chance to explore Grandfather Mountain like never before and take...Read More
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3:16 Foster Ministry Needs Donations

3:16 Foster Ministry is needing summer kids clothing all sizes! Your donations help so many in need and are greatly appreciated! Please contact Cindy Williams at 208 2144 or 3:16 Foster Ministry on Facebook...Read More
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Educator Workshops at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is excited to announce its lineup of four educator workshops, free to attendees, for the 2024 season. These workshops, provided specifically to environmental educators...Read More
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Amazon Radio Streaming

More and more listeners to WKYK and WTOE radio are using Amazon smart speakers to listen to the radio audio.  If you use an Amazon Alexa speaker or any Alexa device you can now have a more...Read More
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Grandfather Mtn Announces Special Events

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has lined up an inspiring slate of events for the coming months. This year’s calendar kicks off with an event for the upcoming solar...Read More
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Grandfather Mountain January 2024 Weather Report

LINVILLE, N.C. – January 2024 saw quite a bit of snowfall on Grandfather Mountain, as well as some blustery conditions, according to data recorded at the park’s official weather reporting stations. The average high temperature for January...Read More
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Free Help with Wills & Powers of Attorney

FREE LEGAL SERVICES in AVERY, MITCHELL & YANCEY COUNTIES Free Help with Wills & Powers of Attorney For Low-income Homeowners & Low-Income Parents of Minor Children and Seniors who rent a home TO APPLY: Apply online at...Read More

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