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Two men held in stabbing death

Surry County News — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:00:43 +0000

The stabbing death of a Mount Airy resident in a domestic-related incident early Friday has led to murder charges against two other local men, authorities say.

Two Horses Cause Wrecks

Surry County News — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:26:35 +0000

Two automobile accidents were caused early Tuesday morning on Sheep Farm Road when horses wandered out into the roadway.

NC Farm Bureau - Craig Cox

Surry County News — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:30:30 +0000

As an agent for NC Farm Bureau, Craig Cox offers all of your insurance needs for in and around Surry County, NC.

Surry pair charged in armed robbery

Surry County News — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 03:19:32 +0000

OCEAN ISLE BEACH a ' Two men from Surry County have been charged with stabbing and robbing a Kansas woman vacationing on North Carolinaa TMs coast.

NC Farm Bureau - Craig Cox

Surry County News — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:17:46 +0000

Serving Surry County and the surrounding areas. My name is Craig Cox. I was born and raised in Surry County in the lovely town of Elkin, NC.

Officials remain undecided about re-election

Surry County News — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:51:32 +0000

Two Pilot Mountain commissioners and one Dobson commissioner have yet to decide whether theya ll run for another term in the 2009 municipal elections in Surry County.

Shooting victim in critical condition

Surry County News — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 03:51:00 +0000

DOBSON a ' Surry County investigators are looking to incidents surrounding the shooting of a Mount Airy resident Friday.

Huge Yard Sale Fundrai…

Surry County News — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:00:51 +0000

Jonesville, NC 28642 Beulahland Undenominational Church in Jonesville, off Swan Creek Rd.

Elkin Trib: New Health Service In Surry Co

Surry County News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:59:01 +0000

When Eldon Rogers took ill, an important service to many came to a temporary halt.

Guilford man first in state to die after contracting swine flu

Surry County News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 03:09:00 +0000

A Guilford County man was confirmed today as the first N.C. resident to die after contracting the H1N1 influenza, also known as swine flu.

Children involved in wreck continue recovery process

Surry County News — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:49:06 +0000

The three surviving children of the fatal wreck on Interstate 77 on May 22 are doing well, according to John Shelton, director of Surry County emergency services.

DSS worker arrested for allegedly stealing from poor

Surry County News — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 05:15:47 +0000

A former supervisor at the Surry County Department of Social Services has been charged with obtaining money by false pretense through her position at DSS.

Couple popped in Jonesville

Surry County News — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 05:09:19 +0000

The lure of perhaps hitting just one more soda machine proved to be the undoing for Allison Edward Phillips III, 26, and his cohort, Heidi S. Doss, 32, both of London, W.Va. The two were arrested at 6 a.m. Sunday at 67 Hardware by Jonesville police officer J. Phipps.

Swine Flu confirmed in Surry

Surry County News — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 04:52:45 +0000

The first case of Swine Flu, also known as H1N1, was confirmed in Surry County Friday morning, bringing the total up to 124 cases in North Carolina.

Heavy rainfall may cause flooding

Surry County News — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:04:06 +0000

A creek in the Longhill community north of Pilot Mountain roars with speed as it flows over its banks around 6 a.m. Tuesday after the same area received about 4 inches of rain in a short amount of time.

Re-election plans mixed as filing nears

Surry County News — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 04:49:35 +0000

With the candidates' filing period nearing for the 2009 municipal elections in Surry County, only one of the three Mount Airy officials affected is publicly declaring his intention to seek another term.

Dairy farmers: Mandatory water testing a needless burden

Surry County News — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:48:27 +0000

A public hearing on proposed water testing regulations attracted about 75 area farmers and farm supporters to the Iredell County Cooperative Extension Center on Tuesday night.

Extreme Makeover: Learning Initiatives

Surry County News — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:31:28 +0000

Over the past few years, the Surry County School System has worked to implement new initiatives designed to help students perform better in the classroom.

Felonies Issued Against Former Athlete

Surry County News — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:24:00 +0000

A former star athlete at Mount Airy High School has been arrested on felony drug offenses, and police said other violations are expected in the wake of a search at his residence Thursday.

Conservation Trust of NC protects land on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Surry County News — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:29:37 +0000

The Conservation Trust for North Carolina on Tuesday purchased a 48.7-acre tract of land on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Cumberland Knob that will eventually be transferred to the National Park Service.

Small Plane Comes Down in Surry County Monday Night

Surry County News — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:01:57 +0000

Calls started coming in at approximately 8:10 p.m. on Monday evening reporting a plane crash in Southeastern Surry County.

Surry County’s road to beauty

Surry County News — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:42:55 +0000

Erin C. Perkins/The News Paul Johnson, the vice chair of the Surry County Board of Commissioners, along with other Surry County officials and the Surry County Appearance Commission take a tour of the county on Monday.

I-77 Now Open In Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:03:23 +0000

Crews closed Interstate-77 in both directions near the I-74 spilt due to a semi-truck pulling down power lines.

Golden Leaf grants to help with Surry job training

Surry County News — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:47:51 +0000

Elkin officials will use a $200,000 grant that they received recently from the Golden Leaf Foundation for a Workforce Development Center to help reduce the unemployment rate in Surry County.

Belews Lake Body Identified As Missing Surry County Woman

Surry County News — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 09:36:58 +0000

Investigators have identified a body found floating in Belews Lake Tuesday as 24-year-old Ashley Denise Ward of Mount Airy.

David’s House resident charged in beating death

Surry County News — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:17:57 +0000

A resident of Davida s House in Dobson is in jail, charged with the murder of another resident.

A man of two faces

Surry County News — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:20:24 +0000

Contributed photo Paul Hodges, shown here in his costume from the show he wrote based on the life of Edgar Allen Poe.

Fibrowatt opponent lobbies legislator

Surry County News — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:07:21 +0000

An organization concerned about the pollution that could be released from a Fibrowatt plant proposed in Surry County wants an influential state legislator to demand full disclosure concerning another company facility in Minnesota.

Town doesn’t raise taxes, looks to finance projects

Surry County News — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:38:18 +0000

PILOT MOUNTAIN a ' Pilot Mountaina TMs tax and water and sewer rates will remain the same for the 2009-2010 fiscal year, if the commissioners approve the proposed budget presented this month, but the town will have a major expenditure on its hands for the creation of an ABC store in the fall.

Yadkin Riverkeeper Wins National River Heroes Award

Surry County News — Sat, 30 May 2009 21:35:46 +0000

Zoe Gamble, Board of Directors President for Yadkin Riverkeeper Inc., has announced that Dean Naujoks, the Yadkin Riverkeeper, has been awarded the River Network's 2009 National River Heroes Award.

Morning blaze engulfs house

Surry County News — Thu, 28 May 2009 00:05:24 +0000

A blaze at 158 Burton St., Mount Airy, destroys the house despite the efforts of firefighters from three departments.

Family Of Mt. Airy Soldier Killed In Iraq Speaks Out

Surry County News — Wed, 27 May 2009 15:58:19 +0000

The family of 1st Lt. Leevi Barnard gathered together today to remember their brother, son and loved one.

Man Wanted in NC Shooting Arrested in Frederick

Surry County News — Wed, 27 May 2009 07:57:30 +0000

Frederick police say a man charged with attempted first-degree murder in a North Carolina shooting has been arrested in Maryland.

Man Wanted in NC Shooting Arrested in Frederick

Surry County News — Wed, 27 May 2009 07:57:30 +0000

Frederick police say a man charged with attempted first-degree murder in a North Carolina shooting has been arrested in Maryland.

3 NC-based soldiers, including National Guardsman from Surry County, killed in Iraq and Afghanistan

Surry County News — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:16:59 +0000

RALEIGH a ' Military officials report that three North Carolina-based soldiers including one from Surry County have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan The Department of Defense announced Sunday that 1st Lt.

Interstate 77 Wreck claims four

Surry County News — Sun, 24 May 2009 13:36:21 +0000

The Memorial Day weekend started off with tragedy as three children deal with the loss of their parents and two siblings following a head-on collision on Interstate 77 at the 88 mile marker Friday morning.

At least 4 killed in wreck on I-77 in Surry County

Surry County News — Sun, 24 May 2009 09:23:52 +0000

North Carolina's only statewide news channel. Time Warner Cable. The power of you 72 F ELKIN, N.C. a ' Emergency workers said four people, two adults and two children, are dead and others are injured Friday after a van crossed the median on I-77 and crossed into oncoming traffic.

NC Patrol: 4 in family in NY van die in I-77 wreck

Surry County News — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:23:09 +0000

May 22, 2009 North Carolina authorities say a mother, father and two children died in a three-vehicle wreck on Interstate 77 in Surry County after their minivan crossed the median and hit two vehicles head-on. The requested content is restricted to registered users.

Queens Community Mourns Loss Of Family Killed In Car Accident

Surry County News — Sat, 23 May 2009 09:17:26 +0000

Saturday, May 23, 2009 73 F NY1.com en EspaA ol A Queens community is mourning the loss of a Jamaica family that was killed Friday in a three-car collision in North Carolina.

Shooting suspect still on the loose

Surry County News — Sat, 23 May 2009 05:03:57 +0000

The suspect in a shooting in the Flat Rock community Thursday night is still on the loose, and he is armed and dangerous, according to local law enforcement officials.

4 dead; I-77 closed in Surry County

Surry County News — Fri, 22 May 2009 21:03:53 +0000

Four members of a family were killed this morning when their minivan crossed the median on Interstate 77 in northern North Carolina and struck two other vehicles head-on at full speed.

Authorities close I-77 after fatal NC wreck

Surry County News — Fri, 22 May 2009 15:44:42 +0000

Authorities have closed part of Interstate 77 in North Carolina after a multi-vehicle accident involving deaths and serious injuries.

No Tax increase for county residents

Surry County News — Thu, 21 May 2009 05:38:15 +0000

County Commissioners said they will not include a tax increase in the 2009-2010 budget during a work session last night.

Vintage at the Vineyards to show off area

Surry County News — Wed, 20 May 2009 19:16:05 +0000

Surry County will welcome more than 300 vintage BMW owners for a three-day event starting Friday at Shelton Vineyards in Dobson.

Dobson takes on water 101

Surry County News — Mon, 18 May 2009 19:10:01 +0000

The town of Dobson participated in a community education workshop presented by representatives from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Wednesday night to learn some water partnerships 101.

Elected officials hear about water partnership

Surry County News — Sat, 16 May 2009 18:51:51 +0000

Officials from all four county municipalities, the board of commissioners and all three school boards were in attendance at the Local Elected Officials Dinner held in Dobson at Harvest Grill Thursday night.

NC Celebrates TourismA’s Impact With Tour and Travel Day

Surry County News — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:51:33 +0000

Gov. Beverly Perdue proclaimed Tuesday, May 12, 2009 as Tour and Travel Day celebrating travel and tourism as a major state industry that is vital to the economic stability and growth of North Carolina.

Groups Assail Surry County Fibrowatt Proposal

Surry County News — Tue, 12 May 2009 19:05:35 +0000

Opponents of the proposed Fibrowatt plant gathered Monday night to hear a presentation by representatives of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League and the Center for Health, Environment & Justice on the potential effects of a proposed Fibrowatt energy plant on air quality and public health in the region.

Surry County Commissioner Not Listening

Surry County News — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:07:59 +0000

Even though petitions have been signed by hundreds of Surry County residents asking that the county further the research on the Fibrowatt plant before sealing the deal, the commissioners have seemingly ignored petitionera TMs wishes.

New license plate office opening in Surry County

Surry County News — Mon, 11 May 2009 09:28:39 +0000

A new license plate agency will open Tuesday in Mount Airy. It will offer full registration and titling services, as well as license plates and registration stickers.

Church Bingo and Cake …

Surry County News — Sun, 10 May 2009 20:20:16 +0000

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Schools, employees see additional cuts

Surry County News — Fri, 08 May 2009 15:01:18 +0000

With budget talks for the 2009-10 fiscal year still ongoing in the North Carolina House of Representatives, schools are still trying to figure out how to make it through the rest of the 2008-09 fiscal year, which does not end until June 30.

One I-77 shooting suspect in custody; authorities still seeking second suspect

Surry County News — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:58:30 +0000

INTERSTATE 77 SHOOTING SUSPECT IN CUSTODY Second Suspect Still At-Large WYTHEVILLE, Va.

County denies petition to close road

Surry County News — Tue, 05 May 2009 11:58:31 +0000

After hearing the opposition of several neighbors during a public hearing yesterday, Surry County Commissioners said no to a petition to close down a portion of Westview Drive in Mount Airy.

Warrants filed in truck shootings

Surry County News — Tue, 05 May 2009 03:45:28 +0000

Charges have been filed against two North Carolina brothers accusing them of shooting at tractor-trailers on Interstate 77 in Carroll County near the Surry County border last month.

The band None of the Above rocks out at the 2nd annual “Music for Life” Saturday.

Surry County News — Mon, 04 May 2009 17:18:21 +0000

Sporadic rain fall throughout Saturday didn't dampen the spirit of Life Alliance LLC, which was hosting the second annual Music for Life at Fisher River Park to raise money for three area organizations.

Entities pursuing - reconciliation’ on airport issue

Surry County News — Sat, 02 May 2009 17:00:28 +0000

Mount Airy and Surry County officials are pursuing a compromise that could result in the city maintaining a stake in the local airport, instead of ending its co-sponsorship in the facility as earlier planned.

Hundreds Show Up For Surry County Food Distribution

Surry County News — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:56:23 +0000

Hundreds of Surry County families showed up Thursday morning for a United States Department of Agriculture food distribution in Elkin.

County officials gearing up for swine flu

Surry County News — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:32:25 +0000

Although there have been no reported outbreaks of swine flu in North Carolina, officials at the Surry County Health and Nutrition Center are preparing for the pandemic.

Suspected armed robber caught

Surry County News — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:28:23 +0000

DOBSON a ' A Pilot Mountain man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly attempted to rob one store, then supposedly robbed a convenience store in the Level Cross community.

Road Watch Increases Patrols On I-77

Surry County News — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:36:32 +0000

Last year, 199 people died on North Carolina highways. This year, the N.C. Highway Patrol is hoping to reduce that number by launching Operation Road Watch, which is a 48-hour multi-agency enforcement event that focuses on commercial motor vehicles.

Vineyards, farms in new map

Surry County News — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:23:38 +0000

Full-color, fold-out maps of North Carolina agritourism farms featuring three destinations in Surry County will soon be available at the nine state Welcome Centers, county extension offices, state farmers markets and other spots across the state.

Kernersville Fire Rescue may renovate

Surry County News — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:12:08 +0000

The Kernersville Fire Department will likely apply for federal stimulus money to renovate one of its stations, and two fire departments in Surry and Yadkin counties are trying to determine whether to apply for the money.

Surry left off first round of stimulus awards

Surry County News — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:05:09 +0000

A list of wastewater and stormwater projects designated for funding from a first-round distribution of federal stimulus money includes none from Surry County.

Stevens’ bill to aid firefighters is approved

Surry County News — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 09:45:22 +0000

The N.C. General Assembly's passage of a bill backed by Rep. Sarah Stevens could boost the ranks of volunteer firefighters, considered to be at a "near-crisis level" in Surry.

MCA to host ride

Surry County News — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:30:01 +0000

Millennium Charter Academya s MPACT will host its second annual Pride Ride April 25.

Hundreds turn out for SCC career fair