Watauga Medics

At the board’s regular session on Wednesday, Feb. 10, commissioners unanimously approved a decision to begin negotiations for a contract with Watauga Medics, which would be called “Mitchell Medics” if hired by the county. (Photo by Juliana Walker/MNJ)

At the board’s regular session on Wednesday, Feb. 10, commissioners unanimously approved a decision to begin negotiations for a contract with Watauga Medics, which would be called “Mitchell Medics” if hired by the county. (Photo by Juliana Walker/MNJ)

Commissioners closing in on next EMS provider

Juliana Walker
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
BAKERSVILLE — The Mitchell County Board of Commissioners have made a significant step toward hiring a new EMS provider.  At the board’s regular session on Wednesday, Feb.
Watauga Medics Director Craig Sullivan (left) listens as Board of Commissioners Chair Matthew “Vern” Grindstaff asks questions. The board approved a decision to terminate Lifeguard as the county’s EMS provider and Watauga Medics is a possibility to become the next provider. (MNJ photo/Juliana Walker)

Watauga Medics Director Craig Sullivan (left) listens as Board of Commissioners Chair Matthew “Vern” Grindstaff asks questions. The board approved a decision to terminate Lifeguard as the county’s EMS provider and Watauga Medics is a possibility to become the next provider. (MNJ photo/Juliana Walker)

Commissioners terminate county EMS provider

Juliana Walker
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
After months of contention, the Mitchell County Board of Commissioners terminated Lifeguard as the county’s EMS provider at its regular session on Tuesday, Jan. 19.  After a lengthy closed session, commissioners emerged and began questioning Lifeguard Representative Josh Spencer.  On Jan.