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Illegal tattooing on the rise in Surry County
Public health officials in Surry are concerned that an increase in illegal tattooing could lead to a local spread of diseases.
Pilot ABC store off to a good start
The Pilot Mountain ABC Store is a new kid on the block, but already is making money, town officials were told Monday night.
Early voting begins today for municipal elections
The next round of the municipal election process in Surry County unfolds today with the start of early voting in Dobson.
Elected officials discuss benefits of The Pilot Center
County Commissioner Paul Johnson, right, talks about what an asset The Pilot Center is to Pilot Mountain and Surry County during a quarterly elected official's dinner at the center Thursday night.
Board to discuss water in closed session, official says
The simmering water dispute between Dobson and Mount Airy will be on the agenda during tonight's Dobson Board of Commissioners meeting, although one town official said most of the discussion will probably take place in closed session.
East, Stevens to run again for General Assembly seats
With the candidates' filing period seven days away, two present office-holders who represent Surry County in the N.C. General Assembly already have made decisions regarding their re-election plans.
York campaign spent $15,650 in losing effort
The Gary York campaign spent $15,650 in a losing effort to become mayor of Pilot Mountain, according to documents released this week by the Surry County Board of Elections.
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Details: A larceny of $500 worth of tires and wheels were reported, according to a Jonesville police report.
Campaign finance report filed for municipal election
Final campaign-finance documents for the recent municipal elections in Surry County were released Friday by the county Board of Elections.
Blockbuster closure signals end of an era
Blockbuster on 725 West Independence Boulevard will end it video rental service on Sunday, before completely closing its doors in March.
Mayor Saffo, other local mayors, support Gov. Perdue's proposal to raise taxes
Mayors from across North Carolina, including Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo and Wrightsville Beach Mayor David Cignotti, who every day see in their schools the damage from the General Assembly's education cuts, have issued an open letter asking the people of North Carolina to support Gov.
Town board to discuss animal laws, painting fire hydrants
During the meeting of the Pilot Mountain town board, Commissioner Gary Bell is going to discuss options for developing a plan for the control of stray cats and leash law enforcement for the town.
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The answer is simultaneously simple and complex. It all started with a group that formed in 2011 and called themselves 'Vibrant Elkin.' They are focused on improving area economics.
Memorial walk set to honor fallen police officers
A memorial walk for fallen Pilot Mountain Police Officers Glenn Branscome and Ralph East is scheduled for next Saturday at 8 a.m. The event will kick off from the former Network Dynamics Building at 720 E. Old Highway 52 Bypass in Pilot Mountain.
Prescription drug coalition to meet
The next battle in a fight to combat a deadly problem will occur Monday when the Surry County Prescription Drug Task Force meets in Pilot Mountain.
Commissioners vote in favor of new transportation plan
By Josh Armstrong, The Mount Airy News, N.C. Jan. 18--DOBSON -- A new transportation plan to improve the highways of Surry County was presented during the Surry County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday evening.
Golden LEAF board member's firm works on projects funded by board's grants
A firm owned by a member of the board that oversees the state's Golden LEAF Foundation has received more than $129,000 so far for two projects funded largely by the foundation for work in Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin counties, according to local and foundation records.
Golden LEAF board member's firm works on projects funded by board's grants
A firm owned by a member of the board that oversees the state's Golden LEAF Foundation has received more than $129,000 so far for two projects funded largely by the foundation for work in Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin counties, according to local and foundation records.
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$4.4 million allocated to pave Surry, Yadkin roads
N.C. Department of Transportation Secretary Gene Conti awarded a contract to resurface 48.5 miles of roads in Surry and Yadkin counties.