| 112th Year, 12th Issue | Thursday, November 2, 2000 | Sparta, North Carolina |
Forest fire scorches 25 acresA forest fire that was discovered on Reeves Ridge Road around 2 p.m. Tuesday was finally brought under control around 10 p.m. that night after endangering two homes.Draft TIP for 2002-2008 is released by state DOTThe North Carolina Department of Transportation released its draft Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) recently and is seeking comment on the proposal.Read this week's Reality Check! |
Election set for Nov. 7Voters will have a variety of candidates and one bond issue to decide at the polls Tuesday here in Alleghany.Grandmother, grandson are charged with break-insThree people in the same family were charged with breaking and entering last week by the Alleghany County Sheriff's Department.Hillbilly show raises $4,600The eighth annual Hillbilly Comedy and Variety Show which was held on Oct. 21 at the Sparta Elementary School Auditorium fell only $400 short of the $5,000 goal that had been set.The Alleghany News |
Reynolds suit changes focusA North Wilkesboro man has filed a lawsuit that claims negligence of medical facilities and professionals in Sparta led to the June 21, 1998, death of his father.
Make a Difference Day held; volunteers work around areaLast Saturday millions of people across the country joined together to volunteer for projects to improve their communities or help neighbors in need as part of the 10th annual Make A Difference Day.The Alleghany News, an award winning weekly newspaper based in the scenic Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina seeks a REPORTER to cover local government, feature stories and spot news. Photography, darkroom, and Quark Express experience a plus. Some nights and weekend work required. Residency requirements in Alleghany County required within 90 days of hire. Competitive salary and benefits based on experience. Send resume and clips to Ron Brown, General Manager, P.O. Box 8, Sparta, NC 28675 or email at allnews@ls.net. EOE |
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