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121st Year, 48th Issue	July 7, 2010	Sparta, NC

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Clarification

As a point of clarification, a story in last week's edition about the county budget stated that the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners agreed to restrict travel to only ‘mandatory' excursions. However, while the board did discuss the matter, no vote was taken on the travel issue and thus no official action was recorded.

Skyline receives broadband grant funds

SkyLine Telephone Membership Corporation has been tapped to receive a $29 million grant to expand broadband Internet service in this area, according to a Skyline press release.

Schools approve interim budget; anticipate more cuts

The Alleghany County Board of Education approved an interim budget resolution on June 30 for the 2010-11 fiscal year, which began July 1.

Town nets grant for pump station

A number of grants recently were approved by the state through the Appalachian Regional Commission, including funds to install a new pump station along U.S. 21.

Parade draws large crowd to Main Street

Sunny skies and a festive atmosphere contributed to a good turnout for last Saturday's Sparta Independence Day Parade.

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