Divorces
The following divorces were granted in Surry County. • Robert L. Brannon and Lori E. Brannon. Married April 12, 2003. Divorce granted Nov. 21. • Aubrey Galyean and Deedra Galyean. Married Feb. 1, 2012....
View ArticleProperty transfers
In recording deeds, the state of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for a parcel be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate of $2 for every $1,000 in value is affixed to...
View ArticleBooksmarts
The following titles have been received at the library, and are available for checkout: No Man’s Land by David Baldacci, fiction Mistletoe Secret by Richard Paul Evans, fiction Christmas Caramel...
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Most Wanted
The Surry County Community Corrections office is seeking information on the whereabouts of the following individuals: • Anthony Shawn Poteat, age 26, a white male, who is on probation for three counts...
View ArticleCounty board to elect new officers
DOBSON — Two county commissioners will take the oath of office Monday, and the board will select its officers for the coming year. East District Commissioner Van Tucker and Mount Airy District...
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Holiday spirit drives Dobson parade
DOBSON — As the county seat, Dobson normally is home to Surry’s government operations, but on Saturday it was the center of Christmas excitement as an annual holiday parade rolled into town. Standing...
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Jiu jitsu teaches much to local youth
Martial arts training teaches children much more than punches or kicks, says one local instructor. Kevin Pyles, who teaches jiu jitsu at Northern Wellness and Fitness Center in Mount Airy, said the...
View ArticleSalary regulation could have impact locally
DOBSON — Local governments say legilsation that would significantly raise the amount of pay due exempt emploees to avoid paying overtime will have little effect on them. That is, if it ever goes into...
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Local judge, attorneys honored by bar association
In conjunction with the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA), Judicial District 17B presented awards to three of its members for outstanding and exemplary service to the community and to the...
View ArticlePolice reports
• A larceny investigation at Walmart early Thursday led to a Hillsville, Virginia, man being charged with felony methamphetamine possession, according to Mount Airy Police Department reports. Jonathan...
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Shoals students visit magnet school
Fourth grade students from Shoals Elementary recently visited Meadowview Magnet Middle School’s Science Center. Students was engaged in learning about the different phases of the moon. Students rotated...
View ArticleHealth Department Inspections
Health Department Inspections is a regular listing of inspections conducted in Surry County establishments by North Carolina health officials. The listing includes restaurants, schools, day care...
View ArticleLibrary photo show on display at East Bend
The 2016 Show Us Your Best Northwestern Regional Library Traveling Photography Exhibit is on display at the East Bend Public Library in East Bend during December. The contest is sponsored by all member...
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Crash claims life of 18-year-old
DOBSON — Brianna Marie Voland, an 18-year-old Dobson high school student, was killed Sunday night in a head-on collision. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Zephyr Road near the intersection of...
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Local B&B owners win top award
BedandBreakfast.com, which bills itself as the world’s largest B&B travel site, recently recognized Cindy and Gary Hoback of the 100-acre Wolf Creek Farm in Ararat, Virginia, with the...
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‘Real Mayberry’ opens to rave reviews
Mount Airy has had its version of a Hollywood premiere, which produced rave reviews about the documentary “The Real Mayberry.” The Earle Theatre downtown was packed for its debut Saturday night, when...
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Shoals third graders enjoy feast
Shoals Elementary School third graders enjoyed learning about Thanksgiving this year, especially with their very own Thanksgiving Feast. This year’s feast was held at Fairview United Methodist Church...
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Mount Airy Girl Scouts advance to state Lego tourney
One Mount Airy Girl Scout troop has proved they are some tough cookies, especially when it comes to First Lego League. The group of four middle school students who form “The Loopholes,” as they are...
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Surry County commissioners elect new chairman
DOBSON — In what appeared to be a seamless transition of power, the Surry County Board of Commissioners elected new officers Monday night. Commissioner Eddie Harris was unanimously voted in as the...
View ArticleSurry County Sheriff reports
DOBSON — Several thousands of dollars worth of property was stolen during a Nov. 18 break-in on White Pines Country Club Road, according to reports from the Surry County Sheriff’s Office. Three alleged...
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