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Fall Back, Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday November 2, 2025
It’s that time of the year, and a sign that winter is just around the corner, as Daylight Saving Time…
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NCDMV Expands Firefighter Class B Driver License Testing Through Outreach Program
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is partnering with local fire departments to provide on-site driver license testing for firefighters…
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Two earthquakes measured near Marion on Friday
Two small earthquakes were recorded near Marion in McDowell County on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The…
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Special Weather Statement for Avery County – Increased Fire Danger – Thursday October 23, 2025
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2025 High Country Halloween Events
Below are some of the Halloween events in the area. This list will be updated as needed. The Ashe County…
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The new Valle Crucis School opens for students and staff
HISTORIC DAY! Today (Wednesday, October 22, 2025) was the first full day of school at the new Valle Crucis School.…
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Ashe County Middle School Teacher Killed in Crash on Wednesday
On Wednesday, October 22, at around 7 a.m., NC State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision on NC 16…
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Freeze Watch including Watauga & Ashe for October 23-24, 2025
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Special Weather Statement for Avery County – Increased Fire Danger – Wednesday October 22, 2025
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Indiana Visitor’s Worm Wins Woolly Worm Festival
An Indiana woman's woolly worm named Billy won the 2025 Woolly Worm Festival championship Saturday, earning $1,000 and the honor…
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