| 118th Year, 33rd Issue | Thursday, March 29, 2007 | Sparta, North Carolina |
Brooks found guilty of first-degree murderA jury of six men and six women convicted Duane Edgar "Dewey" Brooks, 57, of first-degree murder in the Alleghany County Courtroom near midday on March 23.Farmers Market sets May 5 openingThe annual Farmers Market will open for the season Saturday, May 5, according to committee members Fred and Violet Wise.
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Commission seeks menu of tax optionsDespite opposition voiced on behalf of local real estate agents, the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners agreed on March 19 to seek legislation that would allow the county to tax the transfer of deeds.Email The Alleghany News |
Schools seek tack in facility discussionsDuring a March 21 meeting of the Alleghany County Board of Education, it was suggested that the board bring principals of surrounding county middle schools in to talk to the Alleghany County Commission during an upcoming joint meeting of the boards.
Give Kids a Smile Day is held hereAbout 14 local elementary school students participated March 21 in the annual Give Kids a Smile Day. |
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