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County scores low on social distancing

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OBITUARY: Ted Joe Young

Ted Joe Young, 85, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at NHC Healthcare of Johnson City.  Ted was born to the late Merritt and Lillie (Buchanan) Young in Spruce Pine.

Penland cancels summer workshops

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Toe River Arts adapts to coronavirus pandemic

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Watch out for schemes tied to economic impact payments

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Area resident in need of lifesaving transplant

  GREEN MOUNTAIN – With the cost of a lifesaving transplant often exceeding $800,000, most transplant patients are unable to shoulder that financial burden.

Toecane Peeps Show goes virtual

  As a result of restrictions on public gatherings due to the coronavirus outbreak, the Peeps Show has gone virtual.   How to enter the virtual Toecane Peeps Show Make a diorama using Easter Peeps using the categories below.

ROBY'S READS

“My Family Divided” by Diane Guerrero tells the true story of Diane Guerrero, a Latina girl living with undocumented parents, who originally fled from Columbia in search of a better life.  Undocumented immigrants face challenges others may never experience.

Toe River Health District announces fifth confirmed case of COVID-19 in Mitchell County

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ROBY’S READS

“Stay” tells the story of Piper and her family, who have just moved into a homeless shelter to assist families and get them back on their feet.  Through the chaos of her situation, Piper finds a special connection with Baby, a dog living with his human companion Jewel on the streets.