National Appeal For Blood Donors Underway

Workshop On Depression Educates Participants
Work Ongoing To Bust The Stigmas Surrounding Depression

New Study Demonstrates Simple Handwashing Can Save Children’s Lives

Applications For Medicare Medication Part D Are Available Now
Senior Care Cards that cover medication will be ending December 31st of this year

THIS WEEK
Buster

Homebuyer’s Workshop Deemed A Success By Organizers
Questions Regarding Homes Answered By Local Experts

Local Man Dies In Motorcycle Wreck

Alleghany Citizens Respond To Proposed Asphalt Plant At Laurel Springs
After news in early August of a proposed asphalt plant to be located in Laurel Springs, a group of over 100 Alleghany citizens has organized.


Ashe Leadership Challenge Begins With Retreat
Participants To Make A Big Difference In Community

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation Awards Sabbatical Grant To Local Leader
The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation has awarded a sabbatical grant of $15,000

Sustainable Agriculture Workshop To Focus On Health Of Food & Environment

Department Of Instruction Launches New Website
Back to school marks the launch of a new look for the Department of Public Instruction’s website.

Wilkes Man Arrested For Attempting To Pass Counterfeit Check

Crimestoppers

Regional Authors To Sign Books Saturday In West Jefferson

Executive Ball To Host Board Of Education
The Riverview Community Center is planning its 3rd Annual Executive Ball.

Dance Latino To Be Held At Skate Zone



Attend Greater L.A. Festival, Enter To Win A Trip

Organist Ralph Tilden To Present Recital At Evensong Service
Ralph Tilden will present a recital prior to the monthly Evensong Service at St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.

Musical Event Benefits Appalachian’s Office of Judaic, Holocaust and Peace Studies

Work Begins On Little Theatre’s Production Of “The Foreigner”
Mark your calendars today to attend Ashe County Little Theatre’s fall production of “The Foreigner,” September 23rd, 24th, and 25th.


John Turchin Gallery Hosts Artist Events
The John Turchin Art Gallery at The Great Train Robbery will host several special artists events during August, and continuing into September.



Emile Pandolfi In Concert At Ashe Civic Center
Emile Pandolfi will be making a return visit to Ashe County for two performances.



Artist To Hold Show Saturday At Todd General Store
Artist Annie Lee Smith will be displaying her artwork on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3-4 at the Todd General Store

Nicholson Releases Latest Novel
Local author Scott Nicholson has reached a Homecoming after releasing his latest novel of homespun horror with “The Home.”

Quilters Feeding The Flock In Wilkes County
The Wilkes County Quilters are presenting “Wilkes Quilts 2005: Feeding the Flock” Sept. 9-10


State Fair Hay Contest Planned

Symphony Ticket Sales Kick Off In Ashe County
The North Carolina Symphony will be performing this year in Ashe County for the first time in six years.


Learning to Play Well With Others
3-Day Pete Wernick Jam Camp September 7-9 in Boone


Festival Latino Plans Are Ongoing
High Country Amigos invites you to participate in the second annual “Festival Latino”.

Local Artist Donates Painting For Raffle

International Baseball Tryout Attracts Local Ballplayers

Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Furniture Presents Blue Ridge Relay
200 Miles of Endurance