Vaccination Information
Yancey County Health Dept at 828-682-6118
Mountain Community Health Partnership at 828-675-4116
Vaccination sites: 675-6266
(Health Department Drive Through Testing – Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat from 9-6)
Helpful Links
(Yancey County Government)
(Center for Disease Control)
(CDC COVID Data Tracker )
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Forest Service Officers Break Up Suspected Ramp-Poaching Operation
Deeply rooted in the culture and history of Southern Appalachia, native, wild leeks, commonly known as ramps, are prized by locals for their culinary and medicinal properties. An alarming discovery underscored the growing threat to this native
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High Peaks Leads Grandfather Mountain Hike March 27
Experienced, fit hikers are invited to join the NC High Peaks Trail Association hike to Grandfather Mountain – also known as Calloway Peak – on Friday, March 27. This is a tough out-and-back loop hike that covers
Words That Move Us: An Evening of Politics & Poetry
Two best friends. Two callings. One shared belief: words matter. Join us for a lively and thoughtful evening of words and works; where public service meets the power of language. Suzanne Gavenus, candidate for House District 85,
Food Giveaway at Mt. Pleasant Food Pantry
The Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Food Pantry will be hosting another food giveaway Friday, March 20th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church at 151 Scronce Creek Road in Burnsville. Anyone who wants the food is welcome to come. Just call 828-536-0130 when you get there to let them know you’re there and someone will load the food in your car without you having to get out of your car. For more information check out their webpage.
Benjamin David Atwood
Benjamin David Atwood, age 50, of Old Fort, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and was the son of David Ray and Lane
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Free: 2 roosters: 1 Buff and 1 Red…call 828-688-3002
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Forest Service Officers Break Up Suspected Ramp-Poaching Operation
Deeply rooted in the culture and history of Southern Appalachia, native, wild leeks, commonly known as ramps, are prized by locals for their culinary and medicinal properties. An alarming discovery underscored the growing threat to this native
Register Now for Burnsville Fit Families 5K
2026-bff-5k-flyer-eng 2026-bff-5k-flyer-spanish
High Peaks Leads Grandfather Mountain Hike March 27
Experienced, fit hikers are invited to join the NC High Peaks Trail Association hike to Grandfather Mountain – also known as Calloway Peak – on Friday, March 27. This is a tough out-and-back loop hike that covers
Words That Move Us: An Evening of Politics & Poetry
Two best friends. Two callings. One shared belief: words matter. Join us for a lively and thoughtful evening of words and works; where public service meets the power of language. Suzanne Gavenus, candidate for House District 85,
Food Giveaway at Mt. Pleasant Food Pantry
The Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Food Pantry will be hosting another food giveaway Friday, March 20th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church at 151 Scronce Creek Road in Burnsville. Anyone who wants the food is welcome to come. Just call 828-536-0130 when you get there to let them know you’re there and someone will load the food in your car without you having to get out of your car. For more information check out their webpage.
Benjamin David Atwood
Benjamin David Atwood, age 50, of Old Fort, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents and was the son of David Ray and Lane
Free Roosters
Free: 2 roosters: 1 Buff and 1 Red…call 828-688-3002