NCDMV Expands Operating Hours
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles has expanded its operating hours at four part-time driver license offices. Four locations in rural and underserved areas of the state now have extended hours. This change aims to reduce
Mountain Air Band Grant
Cane River Middle School students show off their new instruments that were recently purchased thanks to a grant from the Mountain Air Community Foundation. This grant enabled the Middle School Band Program to buy two clarinets, two
Change to Pine Line Route
The Mitchell County Public Transportation Authority has announced a modification in the stops being made by the Pine Line route in Spruce Pine. As of today, January 12, the regular stop the bus made at the U.S.
Kimberly Dawn Boone
Kimberly Dawn Boone, 56, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Born in Burnsville, she was the daughter of Banner Ray and Shirley Ann Boone. Kimberly worked as a Nurse and Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner and was
Barbara Lee
This obituary serves as a notice to the family of Barbara Lee. If you have any information on Barbara or know any of her relatives, please contact Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. Thank you, Holcombe Brother’s Funeral Home
Coy Earl “Junior” Buchanan
Coy Earl “Junior” Buchanan, age 73, passed away on Thursday, January 8,2026, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on October 10, 1952, in Avery County, to the late Coy Earl Buchanan Sr. and Frances Lillian
2 Dehumidifiers, Goat & Puppies
For Sale: Two dehumidifiers: Both work great, Frigidaire and Hisense. $100 each…Nigerian Dwarf 9 month old buck goat. $90…Chiweenie pups: 1 male and 1 female born on Thanksgiving Day…call 828-467-7573 (Click on Image or Headline to see pics of all items)
Heavy Duty Tilt Trailer
For Sale: Heavy Duty older tilt trailer with boat winch, dual axel, needs tires. $300 or best offer or possibly trade, can send pics. No title. Need gone ASAP…call 828 467-9276
Ugg Boots & Patricia Nash Pocket Book
For Sale: Two pair of Uggs boots, size 7, used but in good condition. One pair dark brown other pair light brown $35 each pair…Patricia Nash pocketbook, new with price tags. Brown many compartments, large size. Cost $300 Asking $150…call 828-208-7466 (click on image or headline to see pics of all items)
Brown Love Seat
For Sale: Brown Love Seat, cloth, good condition. $20 and has to be picked up…call 828-675-9522
Laying Hens
For Sale: Hyline Laying Hens: About 14 months old, currently molting but have been laying and will be again soon. Be available for pick up on Monday 12th. $15 each…call 828-208-1143
Mint Green Couch and Love Seat
For Sale: Mint green colored couch with love seat with light brown trim, good condition. $150…call 284-0194
Virginia Allen McKinney Vilichka
Virginia Allen McKinney Vilichka, age 91, of Zachary Ridge in Asheville, formerly of Spruce Pine, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals in Asheville. Born on March 14, 1934 in Mitchell
Robert Stroup, Jr
Robert Stroup, Jr. passed away on Friday, January 9th, 2026. He is survived by his wife Ruby; brother, Luther; sisters: Betsy and Ragan. A memorial service will be held to honor his life at 3 pm on
Blossman Gas & Appliance Helps Those in Need
Blossman Gas & Appliance supports our local communities in meaningful ways. John Caterson from the Burnsville store assisted with a recent Day of Filling alongside the Propane & Power Relief Fund last month. Blossman helped donate 2,135
Ribbon Cutting for Mountain Top Fitness in Spruce Pine
The Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Mountain Top Fitness, a new Chamber member and new business in Spruce Pine. The event welcomed community members, local leaders, family and Chamber representatives
