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Avery County Sheriff offers reminders for a safe Independence Day holiday
NEWLAND — According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission in 2023, there were an estimated 10,200 fireworks-related injuries and 11 fireworks-related deaths in 2022. Avery County Sheriff Mike Henley hopes to encourage the public to keep themselves and their families safe while celebrating our nation’s independence this week. You can help to reduce the number of fireworks-related injuries by following these basic safety tips: Research city/county ordinances and...
Missing Person’s Vehicle Found in Clemson
Victor Birchfield, 61, from Carter County, Tennessee, located near Johnson City, TN, has been reported missing. Officials said his vehicle was spotted in Clemson. Law enforcement agencies in both states are collaborating on the investigation. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a Silver Alert on June 22 for Birchfield, last seen on June 19. He was wearing an orange t-shirt, grey basketball shorts, leather shoes, and black socks. Birchfield is believed to be driving a silver 2003 Toyota 4Runner with rear damage, Tennessee license plate TN 070-BKZV. Anyone with information is urged to contact CCSO at 423-542-1845, the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND, or your local law enforcement agency.
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