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Surry County should be spared Cicada problems
This year marks the emergence of periodical cicadas. Two broods, one 13-year (XIX) and one 17-year (XIII) will emerge soon from underground nests across a large section of the Eastern United States. Fortunately, North Carolina will only experience Brood XIX, a.k.a., the Great Southern Brood. We have not seen these 13-year cicadas since 2011. Even better news, not all counties in North Carolina will see a cicada emergence. Based on historical data from the University of Connecticut, fewer than 20 North Carolina counties can expect...
Historic house tours resume Saturday
The public has the chance to tour one of the oldest homes in the region this weekend, when an annual open house series resumes at the historic Edwards-Franklin House. This is a free event to be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday by the Surry County Historical Society, which owns the site at 4132 Haystack Road west of Mount Airy. A host will be on...
Yadkin Farmers Market opens for the season
Tis the season to start shopping at the Farmers Market. The Yadkin Farmers Market officially opened for the season on Tuesday with plenty of fresh produce on hand, plus other locally-made goodies such as baked items, handmade candles and more. The market will operate now through Oct. 7 with hours on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the shelter located at 1141 Tennessee St. in Yadkinville. ...
NC Trail Days 2024 brings events to Jonesville May 30 – June 2
The fifth annual NC Trail Days Festival is planned for May 30 through June 2 with events happening in Jonesville and Elkin. Elkin and Jonesville have become destinations for hikers, paddlers and nature-lovers as the region boasts three great state trails: the NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail, the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, and the Yadkin River State Trail. Jonesville will host numerous events during the festival including trivia night, night hikes,...
Yadkin Winefest coming in May
ELKIN — While Mount Airy area residents are no doubt familiar with the annual Wine & Craft Beer Budbreak festival, that gathering is not the only event which celebrates wine making in the region. The Yadkin Valley Wine Festival, which is marking its 21st year, takes place on Saturday, May 18 at Elkin Municipal Park. Organizers say it is a day which “Celebrates North Carolina’s premier wine region each spring...
Historical group plans Antiques on Parade
DOBSON — Those curious about the value of antique jewelry or artwork they own have a chance to find that out at an upcoming event planned by a local historical group, which last year featured an item worth thousands. While this might resemble the format of the popular “Antiques Roadshow” television series on PBS, it actually will be part of Antiques on Parade, to be presented by the Surry County Historical Society later this month. ...
Dogs in Need: Could Your Home Be Their New Home in Dobson, NC?
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around dobson.
‘A Good Party for a Good Reason’ – Budbreak Festival, May 4
MOUNT AIRY, N.C. – Main Street flows with local wines and craft beers on Saturday, May 4. The Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival fills downtown Mount Airy with small-batch beverages for a day of sipping, sampling and learning from producers. Wine and beer will be available from 15 different makers. Nine of the participants are located in Surry County. In addition to wine and beer, expect food and live music. ...
Elkin High School Senior Class to present 'Back to the 80s'
The senior play has been a long standing tradition at Elkin High School. Each year, the seniors come together to present an amazing production. This year will be no different. The public is invited to Dixon Auditorium this weekend as the class of 2024 presents a musical play by Neil Gooding, “Back to the 80s.” Remember when blue eye shadow was cool? Atari was cutting edge technology? From the era that brought the world the Rubik’s Cube and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comes this...
Pilot Mountain Elementary wins book battle
Representatives from every elementary school in Surry County recently gathered at Surry Community College take part in the Book Battle Competition. In this event, students showcased their academic abilities. Throughout the school year, in preparation for the event, participating students read the same 15 novels. Each school came to battle one another and compete for the title of champion. “The competition was intense with each school preparing their teams for the book battle,” organizers said. Questions were asked about characters, plot, setting, and a multitude of other details found in the books. After battling each school, all students convened in the college’s gym to await the results. The top three schools were recognized with Pilot Mountain being named first place for the second year in a row. Students could hardly contain their excitement as they claimed the trophy.
Yadkin Valley Festival toasts NC’s top wine region
ELKIN — The Yadkin Valley Wine Festival celebrates North Carolina’s premier wine region each spring with a day of wine, food, music and art. This year’s festival is set for Saturday, May 18, at Elkin Municipal Park and features 16 wineries from Yadkin Valley wine country. The park setting allows patrons to bring chairs or blankets and spend the afternoon relaxing in the sun or under shade trees. “It’s nice...
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