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County lauds benefits of census stats

About $675 billion in state and federal funding is distributed to communities each year based on population, say county officials. And how government officials decide…

Overdoses soaring in Surry

With all the focus on the coronavirus, another public health threat — drug overdoses — has been receiving less attention, but continues to be a…

United Fund names new director

The United Fund of Surry has named Monique Farrell Smith as the agency’s new executive director. She fills the seat vacated by Merry Craig Boaz,…

Retirement community status renewed for city

Mount Airy’s “preparedness” for recruiting older residents to town has resulted in its renewal as a participant in the North Carolina Certified Retirement Community Program.…