WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College congratulates the 2024 National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) inductees. Students who are enrolled in a vocational or technical degree or diploma, maintain a 3.00 GPA, and have completed 24 or more credit hours can earn membership in the NTHS. In additi… Read moreWCC students inducted into the National Technical Honor Society
GRANITE FALLS — The Ashe County varsity baseball team made it to the semifinals of the Northwestern 3A/4A Conference Tournament before falling… Read moreHuskies fall in conference tournament semifinals
BOONE — The Northwestern 3A/4A Conference Championship was settled at Boone Golf Club on Monday, April 29 with Freedom finishing with a team s… Read moreFreedom wins golf conference championship
JEFFERSON — Ashe Memorial Hospital and the AMH Foundation hosted High Country Bras, a fundraising event, on Saturday, April 27, at Jefferson L… Read moreHigh Country Bras raises money for Women in Touch Fund
WEST JEFFERSON — A special night of Celtic music will happen on Saturday, May 4, at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson when two concerts … Read moreCeltic music returns to Ashe Civic Center with Griogair Labhruidh, the 'Voice of Outlander'
WEST JEFFERSON — In preparation for National Volunteer Appreciation Week April 21-27, the 39th Annual Ashe County Commissioners’ Volunteer Awa… Read moreAshe County volunteers honored during ceremony
WEST JEFFERSON — For years, Beth Pittman’s friends would try and get her to read the very popular Outlander series of historical fiction books… Read moreBeth Pittman’s Outlander North Carolina Organization hosts a full night of Celtic music
HUDSON — Ashe County saw its women’s track team place first out of eight schools on April 24 at South Caldwell High School. Ashe tallied 234 t… Read moreLady Huskies track wins at South Caldwell
WILKESBORO — MerleFest, presented by Window World, concluded its annual spring homecoming this weekend with a larger-than-life ‘Traditional Pl… Read moreMerleFest concludes 2024 festival
WEST JEFFERSON — Ashe County Arts Council presents Coffee House Live, an audience favorite event on Friday, May 3 at 7 p.m. “I Love a Piano” t… Read moreCoffee House Live returns Friday at the Ashe Arts Center
NORTH WILKESBORO — NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports announced details for the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race to be held on Sunday, May 19, for the s… Read moreNASCAR, North Wilkesboro Speedway announce 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race format
JEFFERSON — Ashe County Sheriff B. Phil Howell announces the arrest of 55-year-old Everett Dee Sawyer of New Castle, Delaware, and 27-year-old… Read moreTwo charged with trafficking methamphetamine
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WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College congratulates the 2024 National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) inductees. Students who are enrolled in a… Read moreWCC students inducted into the National Technical Honor Society
VALDESE — AMOREM welcomes new Director of Growth, Conlee Fisher Clark. Read moreAMOREM welcomes new Director of Growth
JEFFERSON — Ashe Memorial Hospital and the AMH Foundation hosted High Country Bras, a fundraising event, on Saturday, April 27, at Jefferson L… Read moreHigh Country Bras raises money for Women in Touch Fund
The following information was provided by the Ashe County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are… Read moreAshe County arrest reports
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JEFFERSON — Ashe County Sheriff B. Phil Howell announces the arrest of 55-year-old Everett D… Read moreTwo charged with trafficking methamphetamine
LENOIR — Bill credits or checks are coming in May to members of Blue Ridge Energy, thanks to… Read moreOver $6 million coming to Blue Ridge members in May
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN — Grandfather Mountain is welcoming more people to its Mile High Swingi… Read moreWheelchair-accessible van lets more people explore Grandfather Mountain
RALEIGH — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Executive Director, Cameron Ingram, signe… Read moreAshe County included in Wildlife Commission's CWD surveillance areas
Ashe County High School Athletic Director Brian Hampton was presented the Athletic Director of Excellence Award from the North Carolina Athletic Directors Association. The award is given to an AD for their significant contributions in the field of Athletic Administration in North Carolina. Read moreHampton receives Athletic Director of Excellence Award
CHAPEL HILL — The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is proud to stage the 2024 Spring Sports Championships are premier venues across the state. Read moreNCHSAA announces spring championship sites
WEST JEFFERSON — A seventh inning, walk-off hit from senior Hannah Osborne gave the varsity softball team a 7-6 victory over the Hibriten Panthers on April 16. Read moreWalk-off hit propels Lady Huskies over Hibriten
JEFFERSON — Ashe County Parks and Recreation kicked off their youth spring sports leagues on April 15 with soccer, baseball, softball and tee-ball all in action. Read moreNew LED lighting installed at Family Central field
BOONE — Ashe County made the short trip to Boone for a track meet with Watauga, South Caldwell, Johnson County (TN) and Forsyth Home Education. Read moreTrack athletes compete at Watauga
LENOIR — Ashe County opened the Northwestern 3A/4A portion of their schedule with two defeats, first against Alexander Central on April 9 and against Hibriten on April 12. Read moreWomen's soccer drops two conference matches
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Send your faith note item to nathan.ham@ashepostandtimes.com for publication. Submission deadline for the current week of publication is 9 a.m. Friday. Times and dates are subject to change; contact the facility for the most current information. Read moreFaith Notes
WILKESBORO — The Wilkes Heritage Museum hosted the 16th Annual Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The musical history of the inducted icons was celebrated throughout the event. Cindy Baucom served as emcee and set the pace for the evening. Read moreBlue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony held at the Wilkes Heritage Museum
SPARTA — Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated Blue Ridge Fiber Fest, where creativity, craftsmanship, and community converge in a celebration of all things fiber. Join us in Sparta on June 7 and 8, for a vibrant event showcasing a world of textiles, techniques, and traditions. Read moreBlue Ridge Fiber Fest happening June 7-8
LANSING — Volunteers from the Ashe County Democratic Party (ACDP) braved windy conditions on Saturday, April 13, to conduct a litter sweep on West Deep Ford Road near Lansing. Read moreAshe County Democrats take part in litter sweep
Send your faith note item to nathan.ham@ashepostandtimes.com for publication. Submission deadline for the current week of publication is 9 a.m. Friday. Times and dates are subject to change; contact the facility for the most current information. Read moreFaith Notes
JEFFERSON — On April 15 the Free Mason’s and Shriner’s from Lodge #594 and Ashe Shrine Club celebrated 50 years of dedication to Free Mason & Shriners. Read moreLocal Shriner celebrated for 50 years of service
BOONE — Appalachian State University has received $320,000 from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) to expand the Aging Well program, an initiative by Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness (App Well) housed in App State’s Beaver College of Health Sciences (BC… Read moreApp State, Blue Cross NC partner to expand outreach programs for aging adults
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