Melladeen M. Hudson
Melladeen M. Hudson, age 83, of Fred Sparks Road, Bakersville, North Carolina, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2026. A cherished native of Mitchell County, NC, Melladeen was preceded in death by
Mitchell HOSA Students Compete at NC Leadership Conference
On March 25- 27, thirteen students from Mitchell High School’s HOSA (Future Health Professionals Student Organization) traveled to Greensboro to compete and engage in leadership opportunities at the NC HOSA State Leadership Conference. Students participated in Competitive
Mountain Piecemakers Quilt Guild Meetings
The Mountain Piecemakers Quilt Guild will meet Tuesday April 14th with social time at 6pm and business at 6:30 pm followed by the program. Our speaker will be Barbara Miller, who will present a trunk show of
More Scam Alerts
Authorities in McDowell County are warning residents about two separate scam and suspicious activity reports in the area. The first involves a text message claiming you have overdue traffic fines and must pay immediately to avoid penalties
Farm Grant Applications Open
PRESS RELEASE: On March 30th a new grant program designed to assist farmers recovering from the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene opened for application. This is a USDA funded Block Grant, being administered by the North Carolina
2022 Craftsman Riding Mower
For Sale: 2022 Craftsman Riding Mower 42 inch cut 17 1/2 HP. Call 828-678-9316 Ask for Ray
Troy-Bilt Rear Engine Riding Lawnmower
For Sale: Troy-Bilt rear engine 30 inch cut riding lawnmower, mows great electric start $400…call or text 828-385-0828
Rhode Island Red Laying Hens
For Sale: 3 Rhode Island Red laying hens located in Mars Hill 4 minutes away from ext. 9…Text or call (828) 504-0478
Wanting Help Trainging Rabbit Beagles
Wanted: Need help training rabbit beagles. I have land and rabbit but would like to hunt young dogs with older well trained dogs…call 828-208-9696
2003 Toyota Tacoma
For Sale: 2003 Toyota Tacoma: 4wd, has 176,000 miles, double cab, gray in color. No mechanical issues but could use some frame work. Has salvage title. $6,000 obo…call 828 208 3985
Frizzle Rooster
For Sale: Frizzle rooster, asking $20…call or text 828-467-0447
Estate Sale
An estate sale is going on right now through Sunday at 10329 Highway 19E South in Spruce Pine. Sale consists of all house contents, vehicles, tools and antiques. Stop by anytime. For more information call Brian at 561-386-7166
Roberta Joe Fox
Roberta Joe Foxx, 65, of Burnsville, North Carolina, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Hickory. She was born on March 26, 1961, to Robert Lee Foxx Sr. and the late Jolene Woody Foxx. Roberta was a
Shirley Young
Shirley Young, age 90, of the Arbuckle Community, went Home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Shirley was a daughter of the late Thomas and Julie Edge McKinney.
Man Charged In Drug Related Death in McDowell County
PRESS RELEASE: A McDowell County Sheriff’s Office death investigation stemming from an incident last summer has concluded after toxic levels of illegal drugs were determined to be the cause of death. The following is an update on
Statewide Burning Ban
Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice. Under North Carolina law,
Clay Planter Workshop
Talented potter Anna Early will lead a class on making clay planters for the home on April 11 from 11 am to 1 pm at the Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Road, Burnsville. Register on