JEFFERSON — On March 31, third graders from Blue Ridge Elementary were the first to see open hearth cooking in the newly reconstructed log cab… Read moreBlue Ridge Elementary students learn about open hearth cooking at the Museum of Ashe County History
WEST JEFFERSON — Although homeowners will pay a modestly higher property tax rate on their 2026 bills, a joint agreement between the town and … Read moreWest Jefferson joins county EMS District, bringing new tax and enhanced emergency services
JEFFERSON — On Saturday, April 25, at 7 p.m., the Museum of Ashe County History will kick off its Courthouse Concert Series with the Rock Bott… Read moreRock Bottom Bluegrass Band to kickoff Museum Concert Series on April 25
WEST JEFFERSON — Keep Ashe Beautiful organizers told town aldermen on April 6 their plans to spruce up the state’s “coolest corner” with ongoi… Read moreKeep Ashe Beautiful plans countywide cleanup push ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College proudly recognizes the recent graduates of its Phlebotomy program that equips students with the skills a… Read moreWilkes Community College celebrates Phlebotomy class graduates
JEFFERSON — April 2 was a date marked on every calendar at Mountain View Elementary School. After weeks of anticipation, students and staff fi… Read moreBusload of Books arrives at Mountain View Elementary School
WEST JEFFERSON — The 30th annual Carl and Pearl Hagel Memorial Golf Tournament will welcome golfers from all around the area to Mountain Aire … Read more30th annual Carl and Pearl Hagel Memorial Golf Tournament set for May 2
HAYS — Ashe County visited Surry Central for a five-team meet on March 25 and North Wilkes on March 26 for a four-team MVAC meet. Read moreTrack runs at Surry Central, North Wilkes
WEST JEFFERSON — The Lady Huskies stayed at the top of the conference standings with three wins and a tie in their most recent Mountain Valley… Read moreVarsity soccer stays unbeaten in MVAC
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. — The Johnson County Junior Appalachian Musician program (JAM) will hold its end of year JAMboree concert and fundraiser … Read moreJohnson County JAM Program celebrates 10 years
ASHE COUNTY — During the March 28 “No Kings 3.0” rally in downtown West Jefferson, a bystander told the marchers that they looked like “idiots… Read moreProtests, school safety debate highlight local political discourse
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WEST JEFFERSON — Although homeowners will pay a modestly higher property tax rate on their 2026 bills, a joint agreement between the town and … Read moreWest Jefferson joins county EMS District, bringing new tax and enhanced emergency services
WEST JEFFERSON — Keep Ashe Beautiful organizers told town aldermen on April 6 their plans to spruce up the state’s “coolest corner” with ongoi… Read moreKeep Ashe Beautiful plans countywide cleanup push ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College proudly recognizes the recent graduates of its Phlebotomy program that equips students with the skills a… Read moreWilkes Community College celebrates Phlebotomy class graduates
ASHE COUNTY — Community togetherness and cohesive responses to growing challenges while pres… Read moreCommunity spirit shapes a changing High Country
WEST JEFFERSON — Ashe County’s new middle school will feature advanced safety features not c… Read moreAshe school board discusses new middle school safety
The following information was provided by Appalachian Health Care. Restaurants and food stan… Read moreAshe County health inspections
The following information is public record, obtained from information recorded by the Ashe C… Read moreAshe County land transfers
The following information was provided by the Ashe County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are… Read moreAshe County arrest reports
ASHE COUNTY — During the March 28 “No Kings 3.0” rally in downtown West Jefferson, a bystand… Read moreProtests, school safety debate highlight local political discourse
BOONE — With two home games apiece in the months of September, October and November, the 2026 schedule for App State Football now has accompanying themes for the six game days this fall at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Read more2026 App State football home game themes announced
WEST JEFFERSON — Ashe County took two games against Wilkes Central last week to snap a brief three-game losing skid. The Lady Huskies won a close contest over the Eagles by a 3-2 score and then followed that up with a dominating 24-4 win on April 2. Read moreLady Husky softball sweeps Wilkes Central
TAYLORSVILLE — Ashe County hit the road for two more track meets, first at the McDowell Invitational in Marion (March 12) and then a meet at Alexander Central in Taylorsville on March 18. Read moreTrack competes at McDowell, Alexander Central
CHAPEL HILL — After more than three decades of service to education-based athletics in North Carolina, Que Tucker has announced she will retire as Commissioner of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, effective Oct. 1 of this year. Read moreTucker to retire as NCHSAA Commissioner in October
EAST BEND — Ashe County track got their season started earlier this month with meets at Bunker Hill and Forbush. Read moreAshe track competes in two meets
BOONE — A lengthy homestand and a lengthy road trip to close out the regular season headline the 2026 schedule for the Appalachian FC soccer club. Read moreUSL2 schedule announced for Appalachian FC
JEFFERSON — It’s time for the annual spring Trout Derby at Ashe Park hosted by Ashe County Parks and Recreation on Saturday, March 21. Fishing will begin at 7 a.m. and will continue until noon at the pond at Ashe Park, located at 527 Ashe Park Road in Jefferson. Read moreACPR to host Trout Derby on March 21
Editor’s note: Ashe County resident and licensed marriage and family therapist Michael Kurtz will be writing a monthly column about valuing and working on relationships that will be printed the second week of each month. Read moreKurtz: Relationship Matters — Spoken words
The following is a list of upcoming events in Ashe County and surrounding areas. 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. Read moreAshe County events
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
Greenness refers to a green plant or the green shoots of a plant, and it’s usage is only found once in Scripture when Bildad (the Shuhite) is talking with Job trying to get him to confess his sins to appease God’s wrath. He talks about the rushes and the flags that “whilst it is yet in his g… Read moreHarris: We can be a blessing to others in their time of need
BOONE — On Saturday evening, March 21, The Hope Center held their inaugural fundraising event, From Scratch, For Hope, at The Mill at Rock Creek. With over 200 attendees, the room was filled with excitement, connection, and delicious creations from 12 amateur chef teams. Guests enjoyed tasti… Read moreThe Hope Center raises $47,000 to support women and families in the High Country
When a loved one dies, family members have a number of things they must do. In addition to making funeral arrangements, survivors must take care of the loved one’s estate to the best of their ability. Family members often wonder if their loved one had a life insurance policy. Read moreCOLUMN: Looking for a loved one’s life insurance policy? We can help
WEST JEFFERSON — Dr. James R. Baker, Chiropractor and Applied Kinesiologist, recently opened his practice in West Jefferson, Baker Chiropractic & Wellness, located at 9 E. Main Street. Read moreBaker Chiropractic & Wellness now open
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