



Doris Jean Ricker, Née Kibbe
Doris Jean Ricker, Née Kibbe, born in Arkwright, New York in 1931, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on February 16th, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gordon Ricker and her

Antique Oil Lubester
For Sale: Antique oil lubester. $175…call Billy at 828-265-1859
Jellyfish Aquarium
For Sale: Jellyfish aquarium with filter and pump. $40…call 828-765-4692
A Compact Tractor w/ Backhoe Found in Storm Debris
Found: Compact tractor with backhoe attached. May have washed down North Toe River during Hurricane Helene from Avery County. Must be able to identify and pay a small salvage fee. Text only 828-385-2002

Gas Station Attendant
Help Wanted: Citgo Gas at 560 US Hwy 19E Bypass, Burnsville is hiring all shifts, must be flexible to work morning, evenings and weekends. If interested stop by and speak with manager
Locust Firewood
For Sale: Locust firewood I have 3 loads $150.00 A load phone #828-208-3578

Tylor R. Holzhauser
Tylor R. Holzhauser, age 27 of Leicester, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 13th, 2026. He was a son of Joshua and Tina Marie Riddle. Tylor was proceeded in death by a brother-in-law Brian Hughes and an
Bryan Isenhour
Bryan Isenhour, age 68, of Conover, passed away on Saturday, February 14th, 2026 at the home of his daughter. A native of Catawba County, he was a son of the late Olin and Shirley Ann Isenhour. Bryan

Grandfather Mtn 2026 Nature Photography Weekend Presenters
Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has prepared an inspiring lineup of speakers for its annual, weekend-long photography event. Nature Photography Weekend will return to the mountain June 5-7 with
Michael Street
Michael Street, age 70, of the Red Hill Community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14th, 2026 at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. A native of Mitchell County, he was a son of the late Arthur Edward Street
Vanessa Dawn Eggers
Vanessa Dawn Eggers, age 49, of Burnsville, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Burnsville. Born on November 25, 1976, in Watauga County, North Carolina, Vanessa was the daughter of the late George Eggers

BRRH Honors Mark Thomas For 19 Years of Service
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital (BRRH) announced the retirement of Mark Thomas, a longtime member of the Facilities Department, following a distinguished 19-year career. Since joining the hospital in 2007, Thomas has played a vital role in maintaining