On Memorial Day we remember those who have died in military service to this nation, its allies, and ideals. We think of rows of white…
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Spirit of late local runner, cyclist lives on
By The Citizen on May 28, 2022
Steve Driver died in April 2020, but his presence is still greatly felt in Mount Airy’s tight-knit running and cycling community, which was evident during…
City Schools honor teachers, employees
By The Citizen on May 27, 2022
Mount Airy City Schools recently announced its Teachers of the Year and Employees of the Year at each school, while the district has named its…
Substance Abuse team in national spotlight
By The Citizen on May 26, 2022
The Surry County Office of Substance Abuse Recovery was in the Partner Spotlight of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration last month for…
Patrick historical marker gets makeover
By The Citizen on May 26, 2022
ARARAT, Va. — When history is tarnished it can be difficult to undo — but at least highway markers denoting notable locations mustn’t suffer the…
City honors Grote for volunteerism
By The Citizen on May 24, 2022
Consultants typically don’t work for free, with their expertise often provided at a high price to governmental units engaging them — which is not the…
City schools reaching out to alumni
By The Citizen on May 23, 2022
Mount Airy City Schools is partnering with the company Grads Give to reach out to Mount Airy High School alumni, offering them a chance to…
(Campaign) signs of the times disappearing
By The Citizen on May 22, 2022
DOBSON — The political signs recently infiltrating local roadways promoting candidates for this week’s primary election now are disappearing from the landscape as quickly and…
North Surry Seniors art is on exhibit
By The Citizen on May 22, 2022
Wednesday at North Surry High School five seniors showed off in the Senior Art Exhibit. Lanee’ Kyle, Jacey Ward, Danielle Ayers, Bella Jones, and Emily…
Surry 250 preparing next historic sites tour
By The Citizen on May 21, 2022
As the sestercentennial rolls along, the Surry 250 bus tour is preparing to tour the historic sites of Dobson and Northwestern Surry County. In a…