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Four Seasons Politics
The pros and cons of those being mentioned for 11th Dct. ballot
Monday’s NC-11 vote will do more than determine who replaces Chuck Edwards on the Republican ticket. Read Story »
![Rugby Middle School agriculture teacher Carol Levi works in the family’s garden this summer with her daughter, Raelynn, son, Weston, and husband, Jon. [photo courtesy of Carol Levi]](/images/stories/2026/08/0812Levi.jpg)
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Farm club kicks off at Rugby Middle School when classes begin next week
Students at Rugby Middle School will have the chance to learn more about farming when they return to classes next week thanks to a new club offered at the school. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Scramble under way to replace Edwards on ballot
With less than a month until absentee voting begins, there’s been a shake-up in one of North Carolina’s most competitive congressional races and one party is seeking a new nominee. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Edwards's withdrawal may touch off dominoes in Henderson County
U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards's announcement early Wednesday that he is abandoning his re-election campaign is sending big shockwaves through Henderson County, not only the home of Edwards but also of two candidates being talked about to replace him on the Nov. 3 ballot. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
The pros and cons of those being mentioned for 11th Dct. ballot
Scramble under way to replace Edwards on ballot
Community News
Pardee gala honors Philanthropist, Physician of the Year, toasts 'next 30 years'
Preservation Celebration features two historic homes, St. John in the Wilderness
![Graduates of BRCC’s Apprenticeship Blue Ridge program included Jackson Allen, Matthew James Overholser, Jonatan Mendoza Aguilar, Michael Tlacomulco Lazcano, Juliana Valdovinos, Jesus Estrada Santiago, Kimberly Perez Juarez, Brandon Valdez Muñoz, Ruby Dominguez-Manuel, Jair Arriaga, Axel Gladd and Chris Mills. [RICH KEEN/BRCC]](/images/stories/2026/08/ApprenticeGrads.jpg)
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Apprenticeship Blue Ridge sends skilled workers into the job market
Blue Ridge Community College recently held a multi-cohort graduation ceremony celebrating the 16 graduates of the nationally-recognized Apprenticeship Blue Ridge program. Read Story »
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Pardee gala honors Philanthropist, Physician of the Year, toasts 'next 30 years'
Nearly 300 guests celebrated three decades of philanthropy, honored the 2026 Philanthropist and Physician of the Year and heard about a new commitment to adolescent behavioral healthcare during Pardee Royale, the Pardee Hospital Foundation’s signature summer event, on July 25 at Blue Ridge Community College. Read Story »
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Ager 'confident we can win no matter who we face'
Jamie Ager, the Democratic nominee who suddenly faces the fall congressional campaign without knowing who he'll be up against, said Wednesday morning the Republican's identity doesn't matter. Read Story »
EDWARDS DROPS OUT
House ethics committee recommends censure of Edwards
Committee findings exonerate Edwards of sexual misconduct or harassment, his attorneys say
Researchers catch endangered bats in Graham County
Asheville VA hospital joins test for treating alcohol use disorder
Farmland preservation bond issue sprints toward Nov. 3 ballot
Latest plan for Osceola Lake Inn revival hits financial straits
Connet leaving city manager job for new role helping city leaders statewide
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