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Man Charged With Stealing Newspaper Racks

Surry County News — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:04:51 +0000

Deputies who searched the home of a Surry County man suspected of stealing newspaper racks discovered eight Mount Airy News and two Winston-Salem Journal racks in his bedroom, Surry County Sheriff Graham Atkinson said.

Child abuse cases down in Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:04:01 +0000

Child abuse and/or neglect cases in North Carolina continue to be of great concern in all 100 counties.

5th Annual Civil War B…

Surry County News — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:42:58 +0000

The Historic Village of Rockford will be hosting the 5th Annual Battle in Rockford Reenactment.

Dan Kiger throws hat into sheriff’s race

Surry County News — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:34:35 +0000

Last week Dan Kiger filed to run for Surry County sheriff, finalizing the ballot for this yeara s race.

County asked to help launch complex

Surry County News — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:34:37 +0000

The idea of building a multi-field sports complex in Mount Airy to attract major tournaments has reached first base with county officials, but it remains to be seen whether the project scores a home run.

Two men charged after highway chase

Surry County News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:35:17 +0000

Two area men are facing a long list of break-in and other charges filed by both Mount Airy and Surry County authorities when the two were apprehended after a high-speed chase.

County approves new water and sewer projects

Surry County News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:46:57 +0000

The county will now move forward with two new water and sewer projects, one of which will help a local company retain jobs.

County approves school conversion

Surry County News — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:44:05 +0000

The Surry County Board of Commissioners approved funding for the renovation of Pilot Mountain Elementary School after a presentation by the Surry County Board of Education Monday night.

History Talks: “Makers…

Surry County News — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:55:31 +0000

The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents History Talks: Makers of History: African-Americans in the Civil War Historian Tom Perry will discuss various subjects including life during the Civil War for the slaves and "free people of color" through the Civil Rights Movement of the 20th century.

Commissioners help youth leagues

Surry County News — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 04:50:30 +0000

Local youth leagues are gearing up for busy baseball, softball, and soccer seasons, but this year many are struggling to get by, prompting the Surry County Board of Commissioners to help eight of the leagues.

Trooper, 2 Others Injured In Highway Crash

Surry County News — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:48:12 +0000

An NC Highway Patrol trooper was injured Thursday morning when a car ran off the road and struck his patrol car along Interstate 77 in Surry County.

Vandals Spray-Paint Andy Griffith Statue

Surry County News — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:01:42 +0000

Police in Mount Airy, N.C., said no arrests had been made as of Wednesday in the vandalism of a statue of actor Andy Griffith.

Fire total losses mobile home

Surry County News — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:52:55 +0000

Firefighters with Bannertown, Four Way and Franklin volunteer fire departments fight a blaze that broke out in a mobile home on Indian Trail off Poteat Road Wednesday shortly after noon.

Andy Griffith statue vandalized in Mount Airy

Surry County News — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:35:30 +0000

Police are looking for anyone with information about who painted a bronze statue of Andy Griffith.

TV show on Surry Music draws rave reviews

Surry County News — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:24:12 +0000

Old-time musicians Frank Bode, left, and Benton Flippen discuss a new public television production, "Music of Surry County," during its premiere in Mount Airy Monday night.

Andy Griffith Statue Vandalized In Mount Airy

Surry County News — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:18:04 +0000

Police are looking for anyone with information about who painted a bronze statue of Andy Griffith.

Black history in Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:45:26 +0000

Meghann Evans/The News Elaine Joyce-Norris looks over newspaper articles printed in 1963 that detail the sit-in she participated in.

Boys go Scouting for Food

Surry County News — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:48:41 +0000

Boy Scout Zachary Eaton goes door-to-door distributing bags for the Scouting for Food program.

Scores Flock To Surry County USDA Food Giveaway

Surry County News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:43:17 +0000

Scores of people showed up Thursday morning at an abandoned shopping center in Surry County for some much-needed help.

Surry man sentenced in beating death of former Statesville resident

Surry County News — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:54:35 +0000

DOBSON a ' A former resident of an assisted living home in Surry County pleaded guilty to beating a former Statesville man to death last year.

Accomplishments testament to strong leadership

Surry County News — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:50:25 +0000

It is easy to get so caught up in the day-to-day, or week-to-week, minutiae of completing task after task that one loses sight of the big picture.

At Least 1 Dead In Surry County Crash 1hr

Surry County News — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 18:36:32 +0000

At least one person has been confirmed dead in a crash in Surry County. It happened on southbound Highway 52, near the Pilot Mountain exit Sunday morning.

“Heart of a Child” Ball attendees applaud the staff of Children’s Center of Surry.

Surry County News — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:04:58 +0000

Near 200 people came together at Cross Creek Country Club on Valentinea s weekend to support the children of Surry County.

Car Catches Fire In Parking Lot

Surry County News — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:00:32 +0000

A car caught on fire in the Surry County Judicial Center parking lot Thursday afternoon, causing damage to several surrounding cars.

Sheriff Atkinson files for re-election

Surry County News — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:41:42 +0000

Nearing the end of his first term as Surry County Sheriff, Graham Atkinson has filed for re-election. Atkinson, a Democrat, filed his notice of candidacy on Monday.

Pilot Mountain couple wanted in robbery after posing as police

Surry County News — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:25:06 +0000

Police in Surry County are looking for a Pilot Mountain couple who allegedly posed as police officers in order to rob a Pinnacle man of guns and prescription medication.

Police Impersonators Sought In Surry County

Surry County News — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:22:45 +0000

Surry County Sheriff's deputies are looking for two people they say impersonated police officers.

2 Charged With Impersonating Police To Obtain Drugs

Surry County News — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:55:38 +0000

Two Pilot Mountain residents posed as police officers to steal prescription drugs from a Pinnacle man, Surry County Sheriff Graham Atkinson said Tuesday.

Area man charged with shooting

Surry County News — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:42:26 +0000

FLAT ROCK a ' A Flat Rock man was arrested yesterday after allegedly shooting a man over a dog dispute.

County sees rise in power outages

Surry County News — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:27:19 +0000

Power outages spread across Surry County and the surrounding areas Friday night as trees and limbs fell because of weather-related conditions, and the area saw its second weather-related death in as many weeks.

Black history in Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:21:12 +0000

Submitted photo Lewis Dobson and his wife, Caroline. Lewis Dobson served as a slave to William Polk Dobson until the Civil War ended, then he went on to become a land owner himself.

Web site formed to promote Surry prison

Surry County News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:39:24 +0000

Backers of a plan to locate a state prison in Surry County now have another tool at their disposal in trying to make the project a reality.

Man accused of burning own home

Surry County News — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:58:10 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News Roy Dale Collins is comforted by American Red Cross volunteer Wanda Smith while firefighters investigated the cause of the fire at his home at 118 Ridgeview on Jan.

Lack of cash clogging city-county sewer project

Surry County News — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:16:12 +0000

City and county officials are taking the position that there's no time like the present to launch a sewer project to serve immediate needs and boost economic growth along N.C. 89-West. Though they lack full funding for constructing a planned sewer line from the stoplight at Toast in Mount Airy to the North Surry High School area, officials want to ...

River flood warning for Yadkin at Elkin

Surry County News — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:52:47 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Yadkin River at Elkin.

Kate Appler running for county seat

Surry County News — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:38:09 +0000

Kate Appler has announced her intentions to run for the Mount Airy district county commissioners seat.

Burned Out Family Looks For A Sign Of Hope

Surry County News — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:52:53 +0000

As Amy Garcia and her oldest son and his friend sifted through what little remains of their former rental house off Strickland Farm Road Monday afternoon, she prayed that they will soon find a permanent place to live.

Genealogy Class sponso…

Surry County News — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:54:11 +0000

This course, taught by local genealogist Esther Johnson, will be a five-part series designed for the individual who is interested in researching his/her family tree.

Perdue says 2 dead after winter storm leaves North Carolina coated with snow, ice

Surry County News — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 23:28:17 +0000

Gov. Beverly Perdue says two people have died in connection with the winter storm that left much of North Carolina coated with frozen precipitation.

Dobson man’s death blamed on snow

Surry County News — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 07:16:08 +0000

Matt Wright, a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service in Mount Airy, delivers mail in the snow Saturday afternoon, keeping the USPS unofficial motto true that "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." One death in Surry County is being blamed so far on a ...

Surry County man dies after shoveling snow

Surry County News — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:03:52 +0000

SURRY COUNTY a ' A 54-year-old man in Dobson died in his home after returning from shoveling snow, Surry County EMS director John Shelton said.

Police stand-off ends in two arrests

Surry County News — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:25:49 +0000

Officers with the Mount Airy Police Department and the Surry County Sheriffa s Office stake out the front of the old Pine State building on Independence Boulevard early Thursday morning.

Teen running for commissioner

Surry County News — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:07:14 +0000

Jonathan Smith has announced his plans to run this year for the central division county commissioners seat currently held by Bill Hamlin.

Family of four loses everything in afternoon blaze

Surry County News — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:32:41 +0000

Firefighters with four fire departments work for more than 30 minutes to control a blaze that broke out shortly before 5 p.m. Thursday on Strickland Farm Road in the Franklin Volunteer Fire District.

Mount Airy Men Found On Building Roof, Charged

Surry County News — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:53:27 +0000

Two men were arrested Wednesday night after they were found on the roof of a building, police say.

Surry County Animal Control meeting to determine fate of two dogs

Surry County News — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:57:49 +0000

Surry County Animal Control will meet tomorrow to address a case of two dogs attacking another dog and its owner.

Hearing scheduled regarding dog attack

Surry County News — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:56:44 +0000

The Surry County Animal Control Committee will hold a hearing this Thursday to address what an official says is a case of two dogs attacking a dog and its owner.

Elkin Boy Recovering After Accidental BB Gun Shooting

Surry County News — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:54:05 +0000

An 11-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital after being accidentally shot with a BB gun in the neck by another 11-year-old boy Saturday night.

Shelter Opened In Surry County For Flood Victims

Surry County News — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:41:08 +0000

The Red Cross has opened an emergency shelter in Surry County for residents displaced by flooding caused by last nights heavy rains.

BB shooting was accident, Sheriff’s Office says

Surry County News — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:30:27 +0000

An 11-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital after being accidentally shot with a BB gun in the neck by another 11-year-old boy Saturday night.

Officials probing morning house fire

Surry County News — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 05:41:37 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News American Red Cross Volunteer Wanda Smith talks with Roy Dale Collins in front of what remains of his home Saturday afternoon.

Two teens charged in a rash of break-ins

Surry County News — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:03:25 +0000

Two Dobson teens were placed under house arrest Thursday after their first appearance in court on 33 felony and 12 misdemeanor charges.

Third arson at same house on McBride Road

Surry County News — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:06:27 +0000

A house on McBride Road in Mount Airy was set on fire for the third time last Friday, and officials still have not found the person behind the arsons.

Surry County Co-Workers Split $200,000 Prize

Surry County News — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:41:35 +0000

A group of 14 co-workers split a prize of $200,000 after purchasing a winning Powerball ticket in Mount Airy.

14 Surry Co. Coworkers Share $200K Lotto Win 41min

Surry County News — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:30:34 +0000

A group of 14 coworkers in Surry County claimed a $200,000 Powerball prize after their ticket matched five of the white balls in the Jan.

One Person Killed in Three-Vehicle Accident in Surry Co.

Surry County News — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:18:29 +0000

One person was killed in a three-vehicle accident on NC-268 in Surry County. According to EMS Director John Shelton, no one else was injured in the crash.

Regional Briefs: Surry County man killed in collision; driver faces DWI charge

Surry County News — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:46:10 +0000

A Surry County man died yesterday after the car he was driving was hit head-on by a pickup whose driver was charged with DWI, officials with the N.C. Highway Patrol said.

Emergency Services see busy year

Surry County News — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 09:44:30 +0000

Surry County Emergency Services saw a busy year in 2009. Emergency calls went up according to recurring trends, but increases in arsons and overdoses are causes for concern for local officials.

In The Spirit of Dr. M…

Surry County News — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 09:30:01 +0000

The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents "In The Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

County offers resources to quit

Surry County News — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:10:17 +0000

With January came New Yeara s resolutions and a new smoking ban in restaurants and bars.

Keeping Promises: Man with life-threatening brain tumor said he’d…

Surry County News — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:46:57 +0000

When Bill Pendleton was a senior at N.C. State University, he learned that he had a brain stem tumor the size of a lemon.

City building partnership with Winston

Surry County News — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:19:36 +0000

Mount Airy officials are trying to establish a "sister city" relationship with its larger neighbor to the south - Winston-Salem - which they hope will lead to gains in economic development, tourism and other areas.

Traffic deaths rise in Surry County

Surry County News — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:58:09 +0000

More than twice as many people died on Surry County highways during 2009 as the year before, according to figures released Wednesday by the N.C. Highway Patrol.

Driver Injured in Tractor Trailer Crash in Surry County

Surry County News — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:17:25 +0000

The driver of a tractor trailer was injured when his truck crashed on Highway 52 South near Cook School Road in Pilot Mountain early Wednesday morning.

Group saving animals

Surry County News — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:07:37 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News Michele Goad with People Helping Pets holds a female St. Bernard puppy that was rescued from a home off Pipers Gap Road.

State’s First ‘Super Meth Lab’ Busted in Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:56:32 +0000

The first "super methamphetamine lab" ever discovered in North Carolina was busted Dec.

H1N1 still present in the new year

Surry County News — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:58:03 +0000

Claude Miles reads information about the H1N1 flu at the Surry County Health and Nutrition Center.

Mount Airy manager opposes annexation proposal

Surry County News — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 05:38:00 +0000

Concerns over potential costs and effects on police and fire operations have prompted a top Mount Airy official to recommend that the city not annex property targeted for a double-wide mobile home park.

Salvation Army in need after holidays

Surry County News — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 05:20:43 +0000

Salvation Army bell ringer Lula Smith lets Izzy Belbin ring the bell in front of Lowes Foods Dec.

Tasty Tuesdays to celebrate smoking ban

Surry County News — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:10:31 +0000

The statewide smoking ban in bars and restaurants went into Saturday, and the Surry County Health and Nutrition Center has is planning a series of Tasty Tuesday events to celebrate the ban.

Emmy Award-winning videographer is proud to call Surry County home

Surry County News — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 04:55:28 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News Videographer Peter Kulsziski stops from shooting for a second during Mount Airy's first snow storm on Dec.

New year to bring new schools to Surry County

Surry County News — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 13:09:24 +0000

In the fall of 2010, area students will head back to school just like usual. They will be in a new grade of course with new teachers and different subject matter.

SCC ends 2009 with look forward

Surry County News — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 05:02:50 +0000

Surry Community College's viticulture and enology program is gaining notability across the country and is destined to gain even more with the opening of a new facility.

Drug arrests made through operation

Surry County News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 04:57:33 +0000

Officers prepare to arrest a Mount Airy man on drug charges during Operation Year End Clearance.

Mobile classrooms to be on move in Surry

Surry County News — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:16:57 +0000

Recent construction projects are allowing Surry County Schools to discontinue use of mobile classrooms, and now the system is exploring the disposal of structures criticized by many over the years.

Officials learn from December snow

Surry County News — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:08:01 +0000

Meghann Evans/The News Taylor Beauregard, 6, left, and Kyla Morgan, 8, build a snowman together Dec.

County officials reflect on 2009, look forward to new year

Surry County News — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 04:47:24 +0000

When the county commissioners held their annual planning retreat last February, County Manager Dennis Thompson said they agreed to be active in addressing the county's needs in 2009.

Accident sends four to the hospital

Surry County News — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 08:43:45 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News This Chevy Malibu pulled into the path of a Chrysler mini-van on N.C. 89 just after 5:30 p.m. in front of the Bottom Dollar store Saturday.

Cops and Kids’ shop for a brighter Christmas day

Surry County News — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 05:15:57 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News Six-year-old Darius Walker smiles as he checks out with Mount Airy Police Lt.

Sheriff’s deputies make break-in arrests

Surry County News — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:59:02 +0000

The Surry County Sheriffa s Office recently made arrests connected to several break-ins, one dating back 1 1/2 years.

Weslaco Man Arrested on Drug Charges in North Carolina

Surry County News — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:36:49 +0000

A man from Weslaco is behind bars in North Carolina charged with two counts of trafficking methamphetamines.

County manager injured in weather related wreck

Surry County News — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 05:44:30 +0000

Surry County Manager Dennis Thompson is among the casualties from a rash of traffic accidents accompanying the major snowstorm that hit the area.

Recovery Education Com…

Surry County News — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:54:33 +0000

Mount Airy, NC 27030 Mount Airy Clinic at 351 Riverside Drive in Mount Airy Noon to 1 and a second session 6 pm to 7 pm Two sessions Noon to 1 and 6pm to 7pm to present information about a new mental health program, Recovery Education Centers.

Winter storm expected to bring accumulation

Surry County News — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:38:47 +0000

Surry County and surrounding counties were placed under a winter storm warning Thursday evening.

Surry Central can drive soars to new heights

Surry County News — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 06:09:01 +0000

I pledge to give up cupcakes for the duration of the food drive and donate the money saved to it instead.

History Talks: NC Wome…

Surry County News — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 07:38:30 +0000

Thursday December 17, 2009 6:30pm Join the Mount Airy Museum of Regional Historyfor an evening with North Carolina women during the Civil War.

Fire destroys Elkin home

Surry County News — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:42:24 +0000

A Tuesday morning fire at 137 Northwood Drive in Elkin destroyed the home where Dawn Martin and her family were living.

Wreck leaves teen with multiple injuries

Surry County News — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:25:39 +0000

A young man was left in critical condition after his car crashed into a tree off of Westfield Road yesterday.

Cosby faces new 13 new charges

Surry County News — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:21:40 +0000

William F. Cosby Jr., 45, of State Road was arrested on 13 counts of second degree exploitation of a minor.

Early morning fire under investigation

Surry County News — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 07:33:58 +0000

What officials are calling a suspicious early morning blaze destroyed an apartment complex off Old Highway 601 on Sunday.

Winter Weather Advisory For Surry And Patrick Co

Surry County News — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 04:32:05 +0000

There is a Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Surry County, NC and Patrick County, VA.

Two Families Lose Homes To Fires

Surry County News — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:31:06 +0000

Two homes were total losses Thursday after separate afternoon fires left two families without places to live.

County moving forward with initiatives

Surry County News — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:12:06 +0000

With an expanding plastics recycling program and a new energy saving project, Surry County officials are taking steps for the county to go green.

County approves water and sewer agreement for Dobson

Surry County News — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:00:01 +0000

After lengthy discussion at its Monday night meeting, the Surry County Board of Commissioners approved a proposed operations and maintenance agreement for water and sewer projects between the county and the town of Dobson.

Sewer service could expedite new firehouse

Surry County News — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:43:47 +0000

Tom Joyce/The News Jeff Boyles, public services director for the city of Mount Airy, points out an area on a map where a new Franklin Volunteer Fire Department station might be built, requiring sewer service.

Huge crowd expected for food giveaway

Surry County News — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:22:50 +0000

Recent giveaways of U.S. Department of Agriculture commodities in Surry have been well-attended events, and organizers expect the same for another free food distribution scheduled Friday in Mount Airy.

Ex-auto dealership employee accused

Surry County News — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 09:15:07 +0000

A former employee of Mount Airya s Toyota dealership has been charged with embezzling more than a million dollars from the business.

Surry County Residents Line Up for Free Food

Surry County News — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:51:40 +0000

Low-income Surry County residents lined up Thursday morning for the last of four federal food distributions this year.

Alcohol, other charges filed in fatal wreck

Surry County News — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 06:32:56 +0000

A Dobson man has been accused of an alcohol violation stemming from a fatal car accident last spring which claimed the life of an Ararat teen, according to the N.C. Department of Crime Control and Public Safety.

More Charges Filed In Fatal Surry County Crash

Surry County News — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 07:51:20 +0000

Additional charges have been filed in a fatal crash last April in Surry County that killed a 19-year-old man.