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Pilot Mountain Middle celebrates continued success
Pilot Mountain Middle School recently celebrated Blue Week to mark what school officials refer to as continued success and growth. “This special week is dedicated to fostering school spirit, and a sense of pride in the achievements of both students and staff,” school officials said. “Blue Week featured a variety of surprises for staff, all designed to highlight the school’s commitment to excellence. A huge thank you to Eagle Carports for helping to sponsor our Blue Week by purchasing sweatshirts for the staff.” ...
Hurricane Helene forces schedule changes for local teams
The arrival of Hurricane Helene has forced numerous schedule changes for local high school sports teams. Below is a list of games that have either been cancelled, rescheduled or postponed with a makeup date to be determined. As of 5 p.m. Thursday, one local varsity football game, East Surry at West Wilkes, is still scheduled to take place on Friday, Sept. 27. School officials will provide an update by Friday...
Schools closing early, out Friday for storm
Area schools will be closed Friday, after having closed early Thursday, because of heavy rains on Thursday and expected continued rains and floods through Thursday night and through the day on Friday. With storms associated with Hurricane Helene traversing through the area, and dumping anywhere from 4 to 10 inches in the region — Surry County, Mount Airy schools and Elkin schools are closed Friday, after having sent students home early Thursday so students and staff were able to get home and avoid potential flooding. ...
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