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116th Year, 20th Issue Thursday, December 23, 2004 Sparta, North Carolina

Live Nativity

Local youths gathered at Trojan Village Shopping Center last Saturday to portray the birth of Jesus Christ in a stable through the familiar nativity scene.

County ranks poorly in school spending, says recent study

Alleghany County received a low ranking for spending on public schools relative to financial resources, according to a recent statewide study.

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New child seat law takes effect Jan. 1

A new law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2005 will require all children up to age 8 and 80 pounds to use a car seat.

Stone Mtn. Park expands by 54 acres, stream work planned

Big Sandy Creek, popular for its Stone Mountain Falls, trout fishing and other features in Stone Mountain State Park, will be the beneficiary of a 54-acre acquisition and a $290,000 stream restoration project.

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Dobson woman killed in stabbing on N.C. 18

A Dobson woman died early Tuesday morning after being stabbed multiple times in what appeared to be a domestic altercation.

Piney Creek gets taste of Middle Ages

About 100 lords and ladies of all ages gathered at Piney Creek School last Saturday to celebrate the Polar Bear Ball, a celebration hosted by a medieval reinactment group.


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