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Elections board prepares for new leader under revised state guidelines

Republican Party · Surry County

Elections board prepares for new leader under revised state guidelines

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At the last meeting of the Surry County Board of Elections, Elections Director Michella Huff took a few minutes to recognize outgoing Chair Dwayne Carter after a lengthy term on the board.See the Story

Patrick County K-9 captures fugitive

Mount Airy, North Carolina · Mount Airy

Patrick County K-9 captures fugitive

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A man from Mount Airy, North Carolina, was apprehended after a vehicle pursuit last week.Read Article

Wilkes 10U softball all-stars gain berth in district finals

Dobson · Dobson

Wilkes 10U softball all-stars gain berth in district finals

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The Wilkes County 10U Tar Heel Leagues all-star softball team earned a spot in the District 2 finals after shutting out Yancey County, 2-0, at Fisher River Park in Dobson on Tuesday.Read Article

Local ladies record Fargo video

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Anyone who might’ve heard a group of singers in downtown Mount Airy recently displaying their vocal talents weren’t witnessing a performance by the latest all-female group, but one honoring an established local legend.Mount Airy, North Carolina · Mount Airy Read Article

Dobson agrees to county inspections contract

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The Town of Dobson was the last of the four county municipalities that entered into a new interlocal agreement with Surry County.Dobson · Dobson Read Article

Local Fourth Fireworks rescued

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Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, and yes, Mount Airy, an annual Fourth of July fireworks show will be held at Veterans Memorial Park as usual — although this had been in doubt due to funding issues.Santa Claus · Mount Airy Read Article

Climbing to altitude: new terminal may boost airport revenues

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

A new terminal opening this fall at the Mount Airy/Surry County Airport could attract larger aircraft and their passengers to the area, building on the facility’s status as the state’s third-largest general aviation facility by economic impact. The airport generates…Aircraft · Mount Airy Read Article

Local Food Lion workers honored for longevity

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More than 380 associates of Food Lion are celebrating 30 to 50 years of service this year, including three long-term employees of stores in Surry County.Longevity · Surry County See the Story

Piano students present recital in Pilot Mountain

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Wilson Smith's piano students were presented in a piano recital on Sunday, June 8 at 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Pilot Mountain. Sixteen students performed in solo work as well as in piano ensembles.Pilot Mountain · Pilot Mountain Read Article

Putting around for preservation: golf tournament aids historic Jones School

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The time is fast approaching to spend a few hours on the golf course to benefit the African American Historical & Genealogical Society of Surry County.Golf · Surry County Read Article

Sky brightens for Project Star

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Those with a stake in a local economic-development endeavor called Project Star likely are flying high today due to action by Mount Airy officials to provide incentives for that effort.Mount Airy, North Carolina · Mount Airy Read Article