The Avery Journal-Times

Since 1959, the Avery Journal-Times has been the official newspaper for Avery County, providing coverage of local news for residents in Avery County, southern Watauga County, northern Mitchell County, and Roan Mountain, Tennessee.

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The Timely Truth for this week is ... INTEREST OF OTHERS

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

According to a survey from Pew Research Center, 55% of Americans pray daily. People pray to express gratitude, ask for help or direction, seek forgiveness, find comfort, and connect with God. What role does prayer play in your life? Prayer is the communications system that keeps me on track. Daily I gather with God, sharing my praises, fears, requests, and concerns. Much like the Psalmist, I find myself saying “Hear my voice when I call, O Lord; be merciful to me and answer me,” (Psalm 27:7 NIV).
Avery News Notes - April 23, 2025

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

Average retail gasoline prices in North Carolina decreased by six cents from last week to $2.84 as of Monday, April 21. This compares with the national average, which decreased by three cents from last week at $3.15 per gallon, according to gasprices.aaa.com. As of Monday, April 21, the United States’ national debt was $36,750,334,060,629, according to www.usdebtclock.org. That debt figure breaks down to $107,409 in debt per person and $323,049 in debt per taxpayer.
Easter weekend draws crowds across Avery County for helicopter drop, hunts and services

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

AVERY COUNTY — The Easter holiday was celebrated this past weekend, as many groups, churches and organizations gathered to recognize the special occasion. Saturday was a busy day for many, starting with Mount Victory hosting its Spring Fling, featuring a 10,000 Easter egg drop from a helicopter.
A&E Calendar

6 days 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.
Vaulting forward: Avery's Burleson signs with UNC-Wilmington

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

NEWLAND — Before a packed Lower Commons area of family, friends, teammates and coaches, Avery High School senior track and field standout Abby Burleson signed a letter of intent to attend UNC-Wilmington, where she will continue her track and field career at the collegiate level. Burleson, the reigning state 1A champion in girls pole vault in both indoor and outdoor track, also competes on the Vikings’ relay team and cheerleading squad.
SPECIAL DELIVERY: Stand T.A.L.L. equips Avery County Sheriff's Office with vital medical supplies

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

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Viking bats stymied in pair of matchups with Mountain Heritage

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

NEWLAND — The Avery High School Vikings varsity baseball team endured a challenging week, dropping both games of its series last week against Mountain Heritage by substantial margins. Mountain Heritage 15, Avery 0 (five innings)NEWLAND — In a home contest on a cool and gusty Tuesday afternoon, April 15, the Vikings were shutout 15-0, managing just a single hit against Mountain Heritage pitcher Caden Carrol, who went the distance in a five-inning complete game.
ACHS Track and Field keeping pace at Watauga meet

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Jamie Shell

BOONE — Avery Vikings Track and Field continued to register high marks as the student-athletes move forward toward the end of the regular season meet schedule. GirlsAvery’s ladies were top of the class in a number of events. Kaydence Menifee led the Avery girls with a first-place finish in the 200-meter dash, clocking in at 26.33 seconds.
Former restaurant to serve as temporary Senior Center

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

AVERY COUNTY — Avery County Government recently announced that its Senior Center operations are planned to be moved temporarily to Elk Park. The county entered into a purchase agreement for a building/property at 8060 US Hwy 19E in Elk Park that will serve as the temporary facility for the Avery County Senior Center after being approved by Avery County Commissioners in a special meeting last week about the subject. Commissioners approved the offer and budget amendment totaling $302,500.
BOE, Commissioners convene to discuss ongoing projects

6 days ago | averyjournal.com | Christian Gardner

NEWLAND — Two county boards came together for another joint meeting on Tuesday, April 15. The Board of Commissioners and Board of Education convened for another meeting to provide key project updates. The meeting began with a update on capital projects that the Board of Education has been working to complete.