Mule Day has always meant music, and this year is no exception. County star Terri Gibbs will headline at Friday evening's concert of local music and Saturday's Rayle Ramble, and performers from all over the area will entertain at both festivals. More...
The return of the Washington City Council's monthly meeting to City Hall evoked a few warm memories, but even a smaller-than-usual crowd overflowed into the hallway and prompted council members to consider meeting in a larger venue for a few months. More...
A vein of world-class amethyst is being mined in north Wilkes County, and mineral collectors are saying that the gemstones being taken out are the best they've seen in decades - anywhere in the world. More...
John Howard, Regions Bank branch manager (right), was installed as the newest member of the Washington Rotary Club at the club's regular Thursday meeting on October 5. Rotarian Jerry Stover was Howard's sponsoring member. Above, Howard is welcomed to the club by Probate Judge Jim Burton. More...
TO THE EDITOR: My family has once again experienced the graciousness and kindness of small town living and wishes to express sincere thanks to our many friends in Washington, Tignall, Rayle, and surrounding area. More...
Last Friday night, the Washington- Wilkes Tigers defeated region rivals Morgan County by a score of 28-0. The Tiger defense recorded their second shutout of the season, the first being against Lincoln County. The WW offense scored four touchdowns on the night, giving it a three game streak of scorin More...
Graveside services for Asa Monroe Bennett, 93, of Washington, were held Monday, October 9, 2006, at Resthaven Cemetery, Washington. He died Friday, October 6, at his home. More...
What did you get for your birthday? Scott Lewis got another mom! Scott is shown here with his birth mother, Mrs. Donna Camp. Scott was adopted when he was less than a month old, and he and Donna found each other recently through an adoption registry. She drove down from just outside Baltimore, Maryl More...
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