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Smoker fire damages portion of Pedalin’ Pig at Tynecastle
TYNECASTLE — Multiple fire agencies reported at around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, to the scene of a fire at the Pedalin’ Pig Restaurant, located on the 4000 block of NC-105, near the Shoppes at Tynecastle. According to Avery County Fire Marshal Paul Buchanan, a fire truck was on scene in the parking lot within approximately six minutes after receiving paging from Avery Communications. “Luckily it was a good...
Barthel conviction upheld in Avery Superior Court
NEWLAND — William J. Barthel’s conviction on a pair of charges was upheld in Avery County Superior Court on Thursday, Aug. 1. Barthel had been found guilty of one count each of Disruption of an Official Meeting and Resisting a Public Officer relating to his conduct during a meeting of the Avery County Commissioners on January 16 which led to his arrest. During the January county commission meeting, Barthel stood in the back of the boardroom holding a vinyl sign which included vulgarities directed at...
SEARCH Access To Healthcare Public Event Addresses Issues
To address the critical issue of healthcare access in Western North Carolina, SEARCH has intensified efforts to raise awareness about available healthcare resources and services, following recommendations from Healthcare Throughout the Lifespan, a public research presentation and panel discussion. On June 4th, SEARCH hosted a public educational event in the...
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