With a narrow 3-2 vote, the 21st Century Calendar passed during a called meeting of the Alleghany County School Board.
Several events, including church services, religious observances and other community events are planned to recognize Easter, which celebrates the Christian belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Sparta School students held a ‘Wax Museum' in the school auditorium on March 23.
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The Alleghany Board of Education was presented with a current expense budget proposal during the March 23 called meeting.
At the age of 83, Sparta resident and self-described "plain old country bumpkin" Gene Brooks credits the Lord as he is able to continue working at Francis Motors, a local car dealership.
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