Burnsville Water Updates
The Town of Burnsville is in the midst of a major water system upgrade, with construction crews replacing century-old water lines along West Main Street and several nearby neighborhoods. Town officials say the pipes; some more than
Avery County Wildfires
Avery County officials are asking for the public’s help as firefighters continue battling a large brush fire near 1688 Banner Elk Highway, also known as NC 194, close to Horney Creek Road. The fire has already burned
FREE Clothes – Shoes and Food
THE RE-COVER Project FREECLOTHES + SHOESFor those in need Hosted by: Shoal Creek Baptist Church SAT NOV 22 Location:1867 US 19 E S (Down Below East Yancey Middle School) Time:11 AM – 3 PM Join us at
Mary Frances Crisp
Mary Frances Crisp, age 94, of Burnsville, passed away at her home on Monday, November 17th, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Crisp; son, Steve Crisp; daughter, Gail Crisp; and a son-in-law, Chuck
High Peaks Leads Roan Mountain Hike Novrmber 21
NC High Peaks will lead a hike on the Appalachian Trail along the eastern flank of Roan Mountain from Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald on Friday, November 21. Hikers will be treated to spectacular panoramic views
November SNAP Benefits Update
Following the U.S. House and U.S. Senate resolution to end the federal government shutdown, the USDA directed states to pay November SNAP benefits. NC DHHS issued the balance of November benefits early Friday, November 14. With the
Roderick ‘Roc’ Hall
Roderick ‘Roc’ Hall, age 94, of Plumtree, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025. Born on October 24, 1931 in Avery County, he was the son of the late Rev. J.P Hall and the late Nelle Hughes Hall.
Heritage Wrestling
On Saturday, November 15, Mountain Heritage Wrestling Team’s senior Bodhi Glover won first place in the 2025 Swain High School Maroon Devil Invitational 126lb. championship match. (Photos courtesy of MHHS Wrestling Coach Joe Bomar)
Burnsville System Pressure Advisory Rescinded
Town of Burnsville ID NO. 01-00-010 System Pressure Advisory Rescinded 11-14-2025 10:30AM Based on the laboratory analysis of water samples collected from the Town of Burnsville on 11-12-2025, water users are hereby notified that it is no
Betty Sue Getz
Betty Sue Getz, age 82, of the Blue Rock Community, went Home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14th, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. A native of Yancey County, she was
Mary Alice Burleson Hudgins
Mary Alice Burleson Hudgins, age 68, of the South Toe Community, passed away on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, surrounded by her family and the love she so freely gave them throughout her life. A native of McDowell
Wanting a Place to Rent
Wanted: Looking for a place to rent for an adult and a child. Preferably a 2 bedroom but definitely open to anything. Please call or text at 828-284-6245.
2012 Kawasaki 4010 Mule
For Sale: 2012 Kawasaki 4010 mule: new transmission, new rear end, new leather, has wench and snowplow, good tires, freshly cleaned and new oil and filter, runs good, does have 1,000 hours on it. $3500…call (828)208-2983
