| 110th Year, 51st Issue | Thursday, July 29, 1999 | Sparta, North Carolina |
Skeletal remains found 450 feet down embankmentThe skeletal remains of an elderly Montgomery County, Va. man were found beside his wrecked 1994 Mazda pickup on the Blue Ridge Parkway near the Lump overlook on July 20.School board agrees to loanAfter a lengthy closed session Tuesday night, the Alleghany County Board of Education agreed unanimously to take a loan out for equipment for the school system.Program requires pupils to pass test to advanceThe State Board of Education has set, for the first time, promotion standards for elementary and middle school students. |
Shriner's car show, Lions game show this weekendThis weekend's featured events will include the 20th annual New River Shrine Club Specialty Vehicle and Craft Show and the 11th annual Lions Club Game Show.
Stepping to successThe American Heritage Dancers are stepping their way into an illustrious name for themselves.The group of dancers traveled to Maggie Valley recently to dance at the Stompin' Ground where they participated in the North Carolina International Folk Festival. The Alleghany News |
Area nets increased tourism, host saysTourism economy continues to grow in Alleghany, according to a report given by the North Carolina High Country Host.Alleghany has shown steady growth in tourism during 1998. AHS to set dress code this yearAlleghany County Schools will have a countywide discipline policy in effect for the upcoming school year. A copy of the policy is to be included in each student's handbook. |
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