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Mitchell Sheriff’s Report 3/10 – 3/17/24

(Press Release from Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department.  Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Arrest: Ashley Leanne Autrey, 35. Deputy W. Hobson arrested Autrey for probation violations. She was issued to serve three days of secure confinement....Read More
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News from US Congressman Chuck Edwards

The Federal Use it or Lose it Leases (FULL) Act that I introduced recently passed the House with bipartisan support as an amendment to the Utilizing Space Efficiently and Improving Technologies (USE It) Act. With federal office...Read More
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Foxx Report – 3/15/24

PRESS RELEASE FROM U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX Over the past few days, I can imagine that you’ve read about, listened to, or watched reporting on the surge in crime that has blanketed the entire country. As of...Read More

Yancey Sheriff’s Felony Arrest Report 2/29 – 3/14/24

Jonathan Maurice Penland 51 Years Old, Of Burnsville, NC was arrested on 03-03-2024. Penland was charged with Felony Possession of Methamphetamine, Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance on Jail Premises, Misdemeanor Assault Individual with a Disability, Misdemeanor...Read More

Madison and Yancey To Receive Government Funds

Madison and Yancey counties will receive a small part of $19 million that is earmarked for Western North Carolina out of the 2024 government appropriations bill that passed March 9th.  Madison County will receive $1.5 million for...Read More

Yancey Farmers Market Will Open in New Location

The Yancey County Farmers’ Market is planning to open in the new Swiss Avenue location in April. The Burnsville Town Council re-addressed the location issue at their March meeting. Previously at the February meeting, Farmers’ Market representatives...Read More

Yancey DSS Meeting

The Yancey County Department of Social Services will hold the monthly meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 6 pm in the offices of the Yancey County DSS....Read More

Mitchell Sheriff’s Report 3/3 – 3/10/24

(Press Release from Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department.  Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Arrest: Megan Brittany Miller, 36 of Spruce Pine, NC. Deputy B. Hollifield arrested Miller for felony possession of Methamphetamine and misdemeanor possession of...Read More

Mitchell Chamber/EDC Unite Forces

In a landmark move shifted to amplify economic growth and foster community development, the Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce and the Mitchell County Economic Development Commission have announced their decision to join forces. The strategic merger brings...Read More
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Foxx Report – 3/8/24

PRESS RELEASE FROM U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX Do you believe that the Biden administration has kept you and countless other Americans in the dark about what’s really transpiring at the nation’s southern border? I certainly believe that...Read More

MYSATF Updated Resource Guide

It can be confusing to know where to turn when you, a friend, or a loved one is struggling with mental health concerns or dealing with the impact of substance use. But you are not alone. Partners...Read More

Primary Election Results

Mitchell County voters were choosing County Commissioners in the election yesterday. There were 7 names on the ballots, with the top 3 being elected. Dale Blevins was the top voter getter with 1,955 votes. Lee Ellis was...Read More

This Is Severe Weather Preparedness Week

March 3-9 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in North Carolina.  Residents are urged to participate in the annual statewide tornado drill March 6 to practice their emergency plan in case severe weather strikes. Severe thunderstorms can develop...Read More
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News from Congressman Chuck Edwards

This administration’s policies continue to hurt Americans and destroy our communities, while illegal immigrants benefit from those policies that incentivize and reward lawlessness. America is grieving for the family and friends of Laken Hope Riley, a nursing...Read More

Mitchell FFA Awarded Program Improvement Grant

The Mitchell High School FFA Chapter has been awarded a $15,000.00 program improvement grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission.  These funds will be used to replace old and broken greenhouse table. During its 2023...Read More

Madison County Man Arrested for Animal Abuse

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office reported that James Bassham was recently arrested following the discovery of multiple deceased animals at a residence in the Wolf Laurel community. The investigation was initiated after the sheriff’s department received a...Read More

Mitchell Sheriff’s Report 2/25 – 3/3/24

(Press Release from Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department.  Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Arrest: Anthony Allen Whorten, 37 of Spruce Pine, NC. Deputy W. Hobson arrested Whorten for failure to appear in court on misdemeanor charges....Read More

Mitchell Foundation To Close Downtown Store

The Mitchell County Development Foundation has announced the closing of their downtown store, The Market on Oak, located at 262 Oak Avenue. The Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce has been located inside the Mitchell County Development Foundation’s...Read More
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Foxx Report – 3/1/24

PRESS RELEASE FROM U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX Hunter Biden has nowhere to run – accountability is here. On Wednesday, I attended his scheduled deposition before the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability as well as the House...Read More

Final Days of Early Voting

Tomorrow and Saturday are the final days of early voting for the March 5th primary election. You can go by tomorrow until 7:30 pm and until 3 pm on Saturday. This primary election includes everything from President...Read More

Small Quake

The U.S. Geological Survey reported a small earthquake near Cullowhee just before noon yesterday. The quake was measured at 1.7 magnitude and centered about 10 miles east of Cullowhee in the Rich Mountain area of Jackson County....Read More

HCA Complaints

Yancey and Mitchell County residents took their turn voicing complaints about health care provider HCA at a meeting last night. The meeting was held by Gibbins Advisors, the group tasked with monitoring HCA’s compliance with its contractual...Read More

Mitchell Sheriff’s Arrest Report 2/18 – 2/25/24

(Press Release from Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department.  Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Arrest: Rachel Ann Hoilman, 47 of Bakersville, NC. Deputy A. Renfro arrested Hoilman for failure to appear in court on previous charges. She...Read More

New School To Open In August

Mitchell County Schools announced on Friday, February 23rd that the new school, Mitchell Elementary/Mitchell Middle will be opening in August of this year. According to the news release from Mitchell County School Superintendent Chad Calhoun, contractor Vannoy,...Read More
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Foxx Report – 2/23/24

PRESS RELEASE FROM U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX To the surprise of no one, “Bidenomics” continues to sputter and fail – the numbers continue to confirm this, and they certainly do not lie. Just last month, the Consumer...Read More

Yancey Felony Arrest Report 2/3 – 2/22/24

(Press Release from Yancey County Sheriff’s Department.  Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Jimmy Lee Robinson 70 years old of Burnsville, NC was arrested on 02-09-2024 Robinson was charged with Felony Breaking and Entering, Felony Larceny...Read More

Yancey School Board Meeting

The regular monthly meeting of the Yancey County Board of Education was held in the gymnasium of Burnsville Elementary School on Monday, February 19, 2024. Orr Building Update Superintendent Kathy Amos reported that she had met with...Read More

McDowell County Couple Wins Big Jackpot

When Alvin Turner of Nebo saw he hit the jackpot in Monday’s Cash 5 drawing, he had to show his wife the $624,134 prize right away.Turner said, “I woke her up. I thought I was reading it wrong.”...Read More

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