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BAKERSVILLE – The search for a new Mitchell County Manager has officially begun.

SPRUCE PINE – The newly re-elected leaders for the town of Spruce Pine officially extended their tenure Monday, Dec.

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BAKERSVILLE – Just more than a week after the Mitchell County Board of Commissioners voted to not re-appoint Kathy Young as County Manager, an Interim County Manager is in place. 

SPRUCE PINE – The results are in for the latest financial audit of the town of Spruce Pine. 

SPRUCE PINE – The path to establishing ordinances related to appearance standards for property within Spruce Pine town limits is more complicated than originally anticipated. 

CHARLOTTE – Mitchell High School Head Football Coach Travise Pitman was recognized Sunday, Dec. 15, at halftime of the Carolina Panthers vs.

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LEDGER – Mitchell High School’s girls’ basketball team will look to an experienced roster to improve on this past year’s 16-11 finish.