Local News in Surry County, North Carolina
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Observer staff writer Langston Wertz Jr.'s analysis of today's games.Couple Awaits Sentencing In Federal Drug Case An Ararat, Va., couple allegedly involved in illegal drug activities across the region, including in Mount Airy, are awaiting sentencing in U.S. District Court in Danville.
Former Forsyth County DA To Help With Racial Justice Act Former Forsyth County District Attorney Tom Keith is helping fight motions filed for more than 150 death row inmates who claim bias played a role in their death sentences.
Smoking Banned In County Buildings In Stokes County The vote was squeaky-tight Monday night as the Stokes County Board of Commissioners elected to prohibit smoking in all county buildings. Commissioner Dr. Ron Carroll put forth the motion which was seconded by Commissioner Stanley Smith. They were joined in the vote by Commissioner Leon Inman. The nay votes were Chair Jimmy Walker and Vice Chair Ernest Lankford.
Winemakers say weather keeping crop on track This summer's sunny skies and muggy temperatures have been a pain for some outdoor business, but not for portions of the state's wine industry.
For The Record Friday's area games
Downtown Gateway property set for foreclosure The riverfront land at the entrance to Wilmington where investors once planned an 11-story residential and retail complex is scheduled for a foreclosure sale Friday.
Beaufort County gets an ‘A’ During the past decade, Beaufort County government’s work force has declined even as the number of people served by those government workers increased.
Program helps Buncombe, NC counties apply for $1.8B in unclaimed resources CHAPEL HILL — A new program is under way in North Carolina to help thousands of families receive support to help keep them from sliding into poverty while they’re working, going to school, or between jobs.
High school football games Friday Games at 7:30, unless noted