Plans for replacing Mount Airy Mayor David Rowe were unclear Friday, but one thing everyone agrees on is that his departure has left a huge…
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Dobson native finds his path in California
By The Citizen on October 11, 2020
October is the month for ghouls and goblins, witch’s brew and ghost tales, horror movies and chilling novels. It’s also the time of year Rick…
New solar farm planned in Dobson
By The Citizen on October 9, 2020
DOBSON — A new solar energy farm is in the works just outside the county seat on a 39-acre site. Hayes Solar, of Charlotte, has…
New vineyard opening in Surry
By The Citizen on October 1, 2020
Surry County will have a new wine-growing pocket starting in 2021 as Serre Vineyards gets up and running on the west side of the county.…
Siblings revive family farm
By The Citizen on September 30, 2020
DOBSON — Dock’s Pumpkin Patch will hold a grand opening this weekend with hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 and…
Progress made on Arts Council lease
By The Citizen on September 29, 2020
A discussion between city government and Surry Arts Council officials on a lease affecting a new building planned by the latter focused on both nuts-and-bolts…
‘Rediscovering’ – tourism report offers hope
By The Citizen on September 27, 2020
COVID-19 has turned the world upside down, with the travel industry among the hardest hit, but recently released figures for Surry County reveal a strong…
Parries focused on finish line
By The Citizen on September 27, 2020
The 2020 Class of the Greater Mount Airy Sports Hall of Fame inducted its youngest athlete yet, but also one of its most worthy. Kirsten…
Special session set on SAC issue
By The Citizen on September 26, 2020
Discussion will continue Monday on a proposed agreement between City Hall and the Surry Arts Council, regarding a new facility, after the curtain was closed…
Mayberry Days soldiers on
By The Citizen on September 25, 2020
Mayberry fans are a hardy bunch. Nearly 150 were on hand Friday morning for the Mayor’s Proclamation, an annual ritual which is centered around the…