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Severe thunderstorms cause major flooding in Grayson County
UPDATE 6:24 P.M. GRAYSON COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)–VDOT has released an update about the status of Grassy Creek Road after flooding. According to VDOT, officials say the Grassy Creek Road will remain closed as crews continue clearing the road to make it passable. They hope to have the road reopened within the next three days depending […]
Sherrie Hines named Ashe County Middle School Principal
WARRENSVILLE — Ashe County Schools is pleased to announce that Mrs. Sherrie Hines has been named the Principal of Ashe County Middle School. With more than 22 years of experience as an educator in North Carolina’s public school system, Mrs. Hines began her career in Ashe County Schools, having taught 7th and 8th grade Math at Ashe County Middle School for more than a decade. Hines then served for nearly another decade as a Math and Science teacher — as well as Assistant Principal —...
Ashe County health inspections
The following information was provided by Appalachian Health Care. Restaurants and food stands are inspected one to four times per year, based on risk frequency, and institutional food service facilities are inspected four times per year. To view the full inspection report for inspected establishments, visit AppHealthCare’s website and search for a facility by name. If you have questions about a specific inspection report, call AppHealthCare Environmental Health offices in Alleghany (336) 372-5641, Ashe (336) 246-3356, Watauga (828) 264-4995. ...
Dr. Susan Mochen joins Ashe County BOE as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
JEFFERSON — Ashe County Schools is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Susan Mochen as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. She will assume her new role at Central Services Support district office on June 3, 2024, following the departure of Director of Human Resources/Public Information Officer Roy Putman. Dr. Mochen began her career in education over 25 years ago as a middle school teacher for exceptional children in Florida. She earned her master’s in educational leadership and later her doctorate in instructional leadership. Before...
Mountain View Elementary School educator named finalist for nation’s highest teaching award
JEFFERSON — The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the highest honors bestowed by the United States government specifically for K–12 science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teaching. Ashe County Schools is pleased to announce that Courtney Eller, MVES Elementary STEM Innovator, is one of the top three applicants in the state for the Excellence in Science Presidential Award. Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of Science, Technology, Engineering,...
Griffith announces $2,578,604 HHS Grant to Tri-Area Community Health
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $2,578,604 to Tri-Area Community Health. Today Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Tri-Area Community Health maintains a vast network of critical health centers serving the people of Carroll, Floyd, Franklin, Grayson and Patrick Counties, as well as the City of Galax.” “This HHS grant for $2,578,604 is welcome news as rural communities can get the access they need to vital healthcare services and treatments.”
Memorial Day in Ashe County, before, during and right after World War II
ASHE COUNTY — The Skyland Post newspaper was published in Ashe County by Nancy Ruth Reeves beginning in 1931. Over the years, the newspaper changed hands, had different owners and editors and a few name changes along the way, and by 2017, it became a part of what we now know as the Ashe Post and Times. During those early days, The Skyland Post impressively covered local, regional, national and even international news during a turbulent period in our history from the Great Depression to...
Ashe County events
The following is a list of upcoming events in Ashe County. All times and dates are subject to change. If you have an event you would like added to the calendar, email event details to nathan.ham@ashepostandtimes.com by 5 p.m. on Friday. May 24-26 Skeeter Fest at NRB — The inaugural Skeeter Fest will be taking place Memorial Day weekend at the New River Brewing Taproom. There will be six flavors...
Constitution class graduates to receive certificates on May 23
WEST JEFFERSON — The graduating class from the Institute on the Constitution will receive their Certificates of Completion graciously provided by the institute, and receive the title of, “Constitutionalist”, at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 23 at Sweet and Savory in downtown West Jefferson. Class graduates are Terri Penzenstadler, Ernie Penzenstadler, Crystal Coldiron-Miller, William Rudder, Jean Evans, Dale Evans, Kathy Shaiken, Gee Gee Collinsworth, Floyd Collinsworth. In addition to the graduation,...
WJ town employee receives Al Deratt Award
WEST JEFFERSON — Brandon Patrick, the Operator Responsible in Charge (ORC) for the town of West Jefferson was awarded the Al Deratt award at the 47th annual NC Rural Water Association Conference in Benton on Wednesday. Keith Buff, Technical Assistance Assistant Manager, nominated Patrick for the award. "Brandon is a great employee that ensures the wastewater plant is operating correctly to put clean water back into Little Buffalo Creek and is deserving of this award," said West Jefferson Town Manager Brantley Price.
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