I'm Just Saying - Pam Stone

Living in the moment

I can’t keep up.  Every time I turn around there seems to be a new, spectacular astronomical event ...

Life on the farm- Larry McDermott

Not all county sheriffs are the same

In North Carolina, the county sheriff is a powerful person. How he uses that power can make him ...

Community

Early voting begins Thursday

New polling locations announced for casting ballot on Election Day   POLK COUNTY—As the November general election approaches, ...

Shelf Life - Jen Pace Dickenson

Spooky season entertainment

I know all of our minds are on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, but our mental health is ...

Ask Aunty Pam - Pam Stone

Phoning it in on a first date?

Dear Aunty Pam,   I’m in my 30s and have gone out with a guy who’s 40 a ...

News

Progress inspiring hope at Chimney Rock Village

Helene leaves Village in ruins, recovery efforts underway   CHIMNEY ROCK—Two weeks after Helene devastated Chimney Rock Village ...

Life on the farm- Larry McDermott

Two rivers of destruction, one of misinformation

It was heartbreaking enough that we had to deal with rivers unleashing death and destruction in our beloved ...

I'm Just Saying - Pam Stone

Remember the patience and kindness

It’s taken me years—decades, really—to begin to understand the phrases my late English mother used throughout her life. ...

Across the Mountains - Drew Hines

That indomitable mountain spirit

Mountain folks just aren’t wired for hurricanes. But then again, who is? Who can possibly wrap their minds ...

From the Publisher's Desk

Trusted news sources are more important than ever

In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, which devastated our area last week, it is important to turn ...

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