Howell Arrested for Kidnapping, Charged with Attempted Murder
29-year-old Robbie P. Howell, of Grassy Creek, was arrested by the Ashe County Sheriff's Office on Friday

 

 

Falling Speed Limits Encourage "No Need 2 Speed"
The speed limits around West Jefferson have been falling in recent weeks.

 

 

West Jefferson Board to Discuss Land Use Plan
The West Jefferson Board of Alderman will discuss the town's recently completed Land Use Plan at their meeting on Thursday, Dec. 4.

 

 

 

"The Nutcracker" Ballet Highlights Tchaikovsky Score
The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre presents its fourth annual production of The Nutcracker ballet at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson, on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

 

 

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.

 

 

Bassett's Music Coming to River House Sunday
Martha Bassett will be performing Sultry Southern Swing at the River House Sunday Salon this Sunday, Nov. 23rd, from 4 to 6 p.m.

 

 

Artists Gather to Prepare for Annual Tree Fest Exhibit
The smell of Christmas trees and hot coffee was in the air at the Ashe County Arts Council on Saturday morning as several local citizens gathered to prepare for the 2008 Tree Fest Exhibit.

 

 

Handmade in Todd Holiday Market at Mercantile
The First Annual Handmade-in-Todd Holiday Market will be held at the Todd Mercantile on Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7.

 

 

Partnership for Children's Creative Food Ventures Closing: Victim of Economic Downturn
Just 18 months after the Ashe County Partnership for Children opened the doors of Creative Food Ventures at Family Central, the organization has made the decision to close the operation.

 

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Myers Novel Set for December Release

After three years of crafting his second novel, How to Make a Fortune with Free Speech, 72-year-old West Jefferson resident Rufus Myers has announced that the book is set for a release in early December.

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Student Athletes Honored at Fall Awards Banquet
Dozens of student athletes were recognized for their accomplishments on Sunday, Nov. 23, as the athletics department of Ashe County High School held their 2008 Fall Sports Banquet.

 

 

Expectations High for Boy's Basketball
A sign sits on the door to the office of Marc Payne, varsity basketball coach for Ashe County High School, that lists the "Steps for Basketball Success"

 

 

Ashe County Football Fights to the End, Finishes 8-4
It was a hard-nosed brand of football that Ashe County Head Coach Bill Strong instilled into his team for the 2008 season.