First Meeting of 4-H Bee Club
Ten local 4-H members ages 5 to 18 attended the first meeting of the Yancey County 4-H Bee Club on March 19 at the Yancey County Extension office, where they learned about bee biology and how to
Manna Mobile Food Pantry Offers Food Assisstance
The Manna mobile food pantry will be at the Newdale Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, April 8 from 10-11:30am. This is a joint ministry of Grassy Creek, Newdale, and Micaville Presbyterian Churches.
Tracy Parkinson Named Next President of Mars Hill University
The Mars Hill University Board of Trustees announced Tracy Parkinson, Ph.D., as the university’s next president, following a national search led by Buffkin Baker Executive Search. He will succeed President Tony Floyd, who is retiring at the
Rachel Austin Buckner
Rachel Austin Buckner, age 79, of the Swiss Community, went Home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, March 30th, 2026. She was a daughter to the late Dot and Lela Robinson
James “Thurman” Huskins
James “Thurman” Huskins, 96 years old, went to Heaven on Saturday, March 28, 2026. He had been living with his oldest daughter, Emily, and son-in-law, Bill, near Murfreesboro, Tennessee since Hurricane Helene. Thurman was born on December
Riding Lawnmower, Self-Propelled Lawnmower, & Vacuum Cleaner
For Sale: Bolens riding lawnmower: 38-inch cut. $300…self-propelled Troy-Bilt lawnmower. $150…Rainbow vacuum cleaner, slightly used with accessories in #1 shape. $400…call 828-385-2688
Wanting a Pet Friendly House to Rent
Wanted: In search of two bedroom, one bath house for rent. Has one little dog. Would prefer to stay in Burnsville but would do Bakersville or Spruce Pine…text 828-385-2940
Farm Fresh Eggs
For Sale: Farm fresh eggs. $3.50 a dozen…call 828-319-3412 (in Burnsville)
Nigerian Dwarf Goats
For Sale: 3 Nigerian Dwarf goats: females, oldest is 3-4 years old, younger ones are 1 year old. $300 for all 3…Text preferred. 828-467-9198. Located in Bakersville
Set of UTV Side-by-Side Tires
For Sale: One set of UTV Side-by-Side Tires size . 27x9x14 fronts and 27x11x14 rears. Like new. $225…call 828-385-3759
Mechanic’s Creeper, Tires, Skis, Tiller, Camping Chair, Etc.
For Sale: Set of tires size 225x65r17 $60,,.Brand new Craftsman mechanicing creeper $50… heavy duty Vintage Chief L4 4in bench grinder on rotating swivel $100 obo…Fischer skis with poles $75…Carve 18 short skis $50….Rossignol Straton skis with poles $75…new in bag gigantic red fold up camping chair $160 or best offer…Brand new Yardmax front tine tiller paid $600 used 10 minutes will take $475 or trade for small pull behind trailer…wooden display case with glass front and lock and key $50…womens size 8 tan colored Sperry loafers $25…4 new Summit tires size 185x65r15 $300…Husky 1/2 in drive air gun $45…call 828 387 5696
Utility Trailer, Lawnmowers and Weed eaters
For Sale: 4’X8′ Utility trailer. Has ramp gate and tilt. New tires…riding and push lawnmowers and weed eaters…Call 675-5102 and leave message if no answer.
Hot Tub
For Sale: 4-6 person hot tub. Excellent condition. Must pick up and load yourself, it’s heavy. Comes with steps and some cleaning supplies. $100…call 828-208-1064