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Election 2024: Candidate’s forums set

Mitchell News-Journal
Monday, February 12, 2024
In preparation for the upcoming local elections, Mitchell County residents are encouraged to attend two critical candidate’s forums. These forums represent a prime opportunity for the electorate to engage with candidates, gain insights into their platforms, and ask important questions.
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EDC report

Mitchell News-Journal
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Mitchell County’s Economic Development Commission recently released its 2023 report, detailing a vast array of developments and trends shaping the region’s economic landscape.
Photo submitted. Dayln Bullard and Eilidh Winters, talented members of the Mitchell High School band, during their participation in the prestigious Virginia Tech honor band event in January.

Photo submitted. Dayln Bullard and Eilidh Winters, talented members of the Mitchell High School band, during their participation in the prestigious Virginia Tech honor band event in January.

MHS band members shine in Virginia Tech honor band

Mitchell News-Journal
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Macie Greene MNJ Intern In January, Mitchell High School’s music program, under the dedicated guidance of band director John Sturgill, celebrated a significant achievement as two of its talented members, Dayln Bullard and Eilidh Winters, were invited to the prestigious Virginia Tech honor band...
MNJ photo/Patty Young. The community meeting specifically addressing BRRH is set for Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Yancey Public Library in Burnsville, NC.

MNJ photo/Patty Young. The community meeting specifically addressing BRRH is set for Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Yancey Public Library in Burnsville, NC.

Public meeting set

Mitchell News-Journal
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Gibbins Advisors, the Independent Monitor of HCA’s Mission Health System, has scheduled two crucial public meetings in February 2024. These forums are of paramount importance to the residents of Mitchell, Yancey, Avery, and McDowell counties.
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Water woes plague town

Sarah Quintas - editor@mitchellnews.com
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Residents of Spruce Pine have recently navigated a series of water system pressure advisories following a spate of leaks attributed largely to frigid temperatures and the inevitable wear and tear on aging infrastructure. Clean water is a subject of paramount concern among its residents.
MNJ photo/Sarah Quintas. The new middle school in Ledger is currently under construction. With more than $100 million in construction projects underway in Mitchell County, the county inspections office is busy. While some construction projects may contract with engineers to approve work, most inspections fall to the county to complete.

MNJ photo/Sarah Quintas. The new middle school in Ledger is currently under construction. With more than $100 million in construction projects underway in Mitchell County, the county inspections office is busy. While some construction projects may contract with engineers to approve work, most inspections fall to the county to complete.

Construction surge

Mitchell News-Journal
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Building is booming in Mitchell County. A quick drive through the area easily highlights the rapid developments in construction.
Photo submitted. 18-month-old Lainey Lou’s heart was successfully donated and transferred to another child in need.

Photo submitted. 18-month-old Lainey Lou’s heart was successfully donated and transferred to another child in need.

Community mourns loss of ‘Lainey Lou’

Sarah Quintas - editor@mitchellnews.com
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Yancey County and neighboring communities are mourning following the tragic passing of 18-month-old Cora Laine “Lainey Lou” Murdock, a child celebrated for her vibrant spirit and radiant smile.
Photo submitted. Troy Gouge, 16, is currently being treated at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta.

Photo submitted. Troy Gouge, 16, is currently being treated at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta.

Community support

Sarah Quintas - editor@mitchellnews.com
Monday, January 15, 2024
Residents of Mitchell County are coming together to support one of their own. Troy Gouge, a sophomore at Mitchell High, is known for his fun-loving spirit and sweet nature. Troy was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder.