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  • 1 week ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

    Banner Elk Book ExchangeOpen from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Located at the Historic Banner Elk School in downtown Banner Elk. Banner Elk CafeLive music on the patio and other events through the week.

  • 1 week ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

    NEWLAND — The Town of Newland welcomes a new era of leadership with the hiring of David Epley as its town manager. A Burke County native and a seasoned public servant, Epley brings with him more than 27 years of municipal government experience and a deep commitment to stability, service and community improvement.

  • 1 week ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

    NEWLAND — The Avery County Board of Education and county commissioners met Thursday, May 22, to discuss the school board’s proposed 2025-26 budget. The meeting followed several previous budget sessions in which commissioners requested the Board of Education present a “more ideal” budget after the school board’s initial $8.6 million proposal. The meeting began with brief introductions from incoming Superintendent Beth Penley and interim Finance Officer Beth Edwards.

  • 1 week ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

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  • 1 week ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

    NEWLAND — Avery County High School proudly celebrated its 2024–2025 senior athletes across fall, winter and spring sports during its banquet and ceremony on Thursday, May 22, recognizing their dedication, talent and achievements both on and off the field. This year’s class exemplified excellence in athletics and academics, with many earning top regional and state honors.

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