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Public input sought on DOT plan

Local citizens have a chance this week to weigh in on a Regional Comprehensive Transportation Plan that contains projects in this area deemed to be…

Moonshine-racers reunion to rev up downtown

The engines of some early NASCAR racers weren’t just powered by gasoline, but the moonshine they transported with the same intensity displayed on the track…

Surry tourism spending rises 7%

Out-of-state vehicles and unfamiliar faces seem to be more plentiful in this area recently, an observation backed up by a report released Thursday. It shows…

Local foam company sold?

Has the NCFI Polyurethanes company in Mount Airy been sold? While no official announcement has been made by NCFI officials or those of its parent…

Vendors invade movie theater lot

Invasions of various kinds have been subjects for many a movie, but an incursion at Creekside Cinemas during the weekend involved a friendly force. More…

Vendors invade movie theater lot

Invasions of various kinds have been subjects for many a movie, but an incursion at Creekside Cinemas during the weekend involved a friendly force. More…

Police communications unit could be cut

City officials recently abandoned an attempt to privatize residential garbage collections as a potential cost-saving measure, but now are considering phasing out the Communications Division…

Mount Airy has role in Netflix show

For those accustomed to Mount Airy being portrayed as modern-day Mayberry, a television series debuting this month on the Netflix streaming service is providing a…

Smart Start location at Red Hill Creek closed

Monday evening the Surry County Board of Commissioners were notified via letter from YVEDDI that due to low participation, the organization has made the decision…