Ashe High School students aatend civics day to learn how local government works
On Monday morning 42 students from Ashe County High School gathered at the Ashe County Courthouse to participate in the county's third Civics Day.

 

 

Candlelight Vigil honors memories of suicide victims
As part of Sunshine Sunday, those affected by suicide through a friend or family member, along with the Ashe Suicide and Depression Awareness and Prevention (ASAP) Task Force

 

The Raleigh report paying homage to our Veterans
Our nation celebrated Veterans Day this week and I know that like me you are grateful for the service of these men and women.

 

 

 

Author Smith to discuss on Agate Hill in West Jefferson
Author Lee Smith will visit West Jefferson on Thursday, Nov. 20, to read excerpts from her novel On Agate Hill and discuss the book with local readers.

 

 

 

Jim Malcolm to perform in Ashe
Radio Scotland calls him the new male voice of Scotland. Folkworld said "Malcolm is, without any doubt, one of the best singers and most gifted songwriters to be found today on the Scottish folk scene".

 

 

Nutcracker Ballet returns to Ashe County for two shows Dec 13
Last year, The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre brought The Nutcracker to the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson with all shows being sold out. Two performances are scheduled for this year, on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Ashe Civic Center.

 

 

Free skating featured on Fredom Night
Skating for absolutely free? That is exactly what is planned for the entire community next Tuesday evening, Nov. 22, from 6 to 9 p.m.

 

Books Needed for Christmas Project
Your books are needed. New books for children for the Christmas Project

 

 

Driver brings full time pediatric care back to Ashe
Parents tired of driving to Wilkes or Watauga County for their primary pediatric care now have a local option for their children in the form of Sheila Driver

 

 

JD Boone Chili Cookoff to be held Saturday
Joining in the spirit of a full day of family events in downtown West Jefferson

 

 

Open House at historical Graybeal home Saturday
Open House at the Historical Graybeal Home (the former Carl and Evonne Graybeal House) in West Jefferson will be held Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

 

 

Optimist Club recognizes outstanding ACHS Seniors
The West Jefferson/Central Ashe Optimist Club hosted over 20 outstanding young people from Ashe County High School during their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue on Thursday, Nov. 6.

 

 

Veterans honored by Ashe County High School chorus
The Third Annual Veteran Celebration hosted by the Ashe County High School Chorus was held on Monday, Nov. 10 at the high school gymnasium.

Ashe Piecemakers help troops celebrate Christmas

There may not be many Ashe County-grown Frasier Firs or jolly old men dressed as Santa in the Middle East

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Huskies score 35 in second to stifle Surry Central
The Ashe County Huskies got off to a slow start on Friday night, allowing the Surry Central Golden Eagles to score a touchdown on the game's opening drive while having issues moving the ball throughout the first quarter.