“Booze It And Lose It” Underway
The statewide “Booze It & Lose It” campaign — an anti–drunk driving initiative combining public education with stepped-up law enforcement — is now underway. Through January 4, law enforcement agencies in all 100 counties will increase patrols
Firewood
For Sale: Ton truck load of good dry hardwood $200…call 828 467-9276
Charles “Wesley” Gurley
On Sunday, December 21st, 2025 at 4:45pm, Charles “Wesley” Gurley, 62, of the Crabtree Community, crossed over Jordan peacefully at home, with his wife of 37 years holding his hand. Wesley loved God and always encouraged others
Betty Jo Worrell Herrell
Betty Jo Worrell Herrell, 95, of the Harrell Hill community in Bakersville, North Carolina, died peacefully at home in the early morning of the winter solstice, December 21, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on
James Anthony Correll “Jimmy”
James Anthony Correll, 49, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Jimmy, as he was known, was born on July 27, 1976 in Kannapolis, NC to William Lynn and Sandra Ann Norris Correll. He worked as a
Spruce Pine Man Charged In Motor Vehicle Theft
A Spruce Pine man is facing felony charges following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Detectives with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office have charged 27-year-old Nicholas Gregory Pendley of Spruce Pine with felony larceny of a motor
Shirley Geouge Briggs
Shirley Geouge Briggs, age 88, went Home to dance around the throne on Sunday, December 21st, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was born in the Celo Community
Glass-Top Range and a Microwave
For Sale: Samsung glass-top electric range in good condition. $375…large microwave, 1500 watt. $25…call 828-284-4956
Blood Donation Opportunities Through End of Year
The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible in the final days of the year and into 2026. Types O,
Mitchell County Government Holiday Schedule
Mitchell County Government offices are closing at noon on Tuesday, December 23 and will be closed December 24, 25, and 26 for the Christmas holidays. The offices will re-open Monday, December 29 at 8:00 AM. County offices
Frankie Wilson Wyatt
Frankie Wilson Wyatt, age 90, of the Double Island Community, went Home to join her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, at Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation. Born in McDowell County, she was a daughter
