Staff Photo — Jule Hubbard . In November, the Wilkes County commissioners approved a contract authorizing Vannoy Construction to build a 48,500-square-foot facility for a maximum …

Jan 2, 2025 · The Wilkes County Inspections Department issued permits for construction of 124 single family homes in 2024 (through Dec. 27), the same as for this period in 2023.

6 days ago · An N.C. House Select Committee is recommending that the General Assembly change a state law forcing districts to start school the Monday closest to Aug. 26 and end no …

Dec 18, 2024 · East Wilkes High Band Director Daniel Rash, far right, and drum majors Phebe Eller and Shelby Springfield, second and third from left respectively, represent the band at …

Jan 3, 2025 · Joseph “Bucky” Lane Foster, also known as Bucky, 62, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Wilkesboro passed away on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at his home.

Here’s the best bets for fun things to do this week in Wilkes County and the Town of Elkin. FRIDAY, JAN. 17. LIVE MUSIC at two separate venues in Elkin are slated for a simultaneous …

Jan 4, 2025 · Beth Nicole Wagoner, 38, of Hays, died Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at her home. She was born Feb. 21, 1985, in Forsyth County to Bret Andrew and Darlene Eller Mikeal.

6 days ago · Today. Partly cloudy. Areas of patchy fog. Low 31F. Winds light and variable. Tonight. Partly cloudy. Areas of patchy fog. Low 31F. Winds light and variable.

Jan 2, 2025 · Marcello Marquis Meaders, left, and Nasir Malik Guilford, right, are both charged with attempted first-degree murder and other offenses as a result of a Dec. 28 shooting on …

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