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114th Year, 17th Issue Thursday, December 5, 2002 Sparta, North Carolina

Former Democrat party chair dies at 92

A former Democratic party leader in the county and well-known local figure died on Nov. 25 at the age of 92.

Several holiday events set

With the holiday season in full swing, opportunities abound in the area to help people get into the spirit.

Reality Check
Backwoods Beat
The Mushroom Chronicles


Edwards named chair, Taylor is vice chair of county commission

The Alleghany County Board of Commissioners elected new leadership at its first meeting in December, held Monday night.

Sparta parade fills downtown streets

The annual Sparta Christmas Parade was a big hit this year, despite cold temperatures and gusty winds.

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Echoes from the past

Earl L. Davis' story is part of an important chapter of the history of America and the world.

Local carver makes Yule ornament for White House

Dan Abernathy, a local carver who lives near Sparta off U.S. 221, recently was honored by having one of his hand-carved birds placed on the White House Christmas tree.
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