The majority (52%) said that finding and retaining an appropriate level of staffing for their workforce was a challenge. One vehicle occupant in the crash was an infant who was also transported to the hospital. Black said the county has an excellent training program, I commend the countys training system. Surry Countys median household income increased by 41% over the past five years and now more than 54% of the countys households earn more than $50,000 a year. Officials said two people in a silver truck that was involved in the crash were trapped for 30 minutes. The building served as the banks headquarters until 1934, when it became the site of Surry County Loan and Trust Co. Its not only about them being there as the sheriff department, they are there for camaraderie. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. If someone needs to take a private call while in the lounge section during the middle of a meeting, they can go to one of four enclosed phone booths there. Members of a crew working there Thursday said they were about halfway finished with the new walkway. Across North Carolina law enforcement agencies have pursued higher starting pay, raising pay of current staff to stabilize the compression issues. The ultimate decision to choose Mount Airy not only will create 35 jobs, but preserve 63 already here which would have been lost with a consolidation elsewhere. The sheriff's office is still investigating the accident. The June 2021 shooting in eastern Wilkes was not the first violent incident in which Daughenbaugh has been involved, based on previous local reports. The infant appeared uninjured but was transported out of caution. This biannual event is a change for residents to help keep the states roadways clean. For Sale: 3 beds, 3.5 baths 2987 sq. MLS# 4005462. Then at 5:45 p.m., live music will begin at the Earle by several featured groups including Travis Frye and Blue Mountain, The Country Boys, The Slate Mountain Ramblers, The Nunn Brothers and Harrison Ridge. This is free to all youth who wish to take part, and categories include fiddle, clawhammer banjo, guitar, vocal, dance, and other (which includes all other instruments and bands), in two age levels: 5-12 and 13-18. This resulted in the $60-per-ton charge cited by the city manager. Man with long criminal record served with financial crime charges in Rowan Co. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools board approves $2.9 billion improvement plan, Police: No injuries after shots fired outside Northlake Mall Macys, PLAN AHEAD: Latest Weather Forecast Video. Yes, they do have a choice just like a person who owns a gun has a choice.. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Other Cities Along US 601; US 601 Midland, NC Accident Reports ; US 601 Midland, NC Weather Conditions ; DOT Accident and Construction Reports. They strive to make Surry County the place of safety and security, a place the county citizens would want to live in.. He had visited rural South Carolina recently and said he did not see a similar little problem there, and I looked for it.. Six-car crash shuts down part of I-85 in Gaston County for hours. This dollar amount has increased twice from the $3 that was once offered per bag of waste. The request must be signed by either the voter themself or guardian, as needed. Thats the name of the game when it comes to this, Interworks founder Michael Brannock said of the key concept embodied by the facility launched in Mount Airy earlier this month. HAPPENING NOW, POLICE ARE LOOKING FOR WHOEVER SHOT SOMEONE ON A FRONT PORCH IN LEXINGTON. Call (704) 982-0311 to book an appointment or to hear more about the services of Mabrys Automotive. He selected Mount Airy to be the site of WPAQ radio station, Kelly recounted. Click on the video player for more headlines from WXII 12 News. 1 dead, another facing charges in Cabarrus County crash, deputies say. They might as well put it in their normal trash.. 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Later in life, Robinson held executive positions in the business world, among sports and other involvements, before dying of a heart attack in 1972 while only 53. Knopf pointed to historical budget data to show the recession of 2008 had a tremendous impact on this area. Tyler Blake Daughenbaugh, 24, of 909 Hunter Drive, Mount Airy, who also has lived in the Zephyr community near Elkin, pleaded guilty to a second-degree murder charge in Wilkes Superior Court on Feb. 13, according to media reports from Wilkesboro. Knopf noted organizations do not have the time or the volunteers to make such a commitment. ANOTHER HOT DAY OUT THERE. It will be connected to Mount Airy city water and the city will be responsible for its maintenance going forward. Members of the countys substance abuse recovery office from director Mark Willis on down have been telling county leaders for some time that the more money that is spent on prevention means less money being paid out for mental and behavioral health services, often at the countys expense. The signature dishes take creamy, cheesy grits with perfectly seasoned shrimp to form a complete masterpiece. We believe that it is important to take a stand on harmful or questionable practices and theories, while encouraging increased dialogue and research in these areas.. The awarding of the contract is subject to a vote by the Mount Airy Board of Commissioners, Public Works Director Mitch Williams advised. He pointed out that plans for the inaugural gathering are coinciding with 2023 being declared the Year of the Trail in North Carolina. US 601 Yadkinville Traffic; US 601 Midland Traffic; US 601 Monroe Traffic; US 601 Old Mill Village Traffic; US 601 Boonville Traffic; US 601 Faggarts East Traffic; US 601 Wesley Park Traffic . Variously referred to as citizen academies or leadership institutes, these programs seek to educate through direct contact with public officials, site visits and hands-on activities. There has been so much interest in the case that she said people have been trying to reach her by phone, social media, through her child, and even via a drive by visit of her home. Surry County is stuck with that until such time as the properties in Surry County that were operated by PART can be divested. Before budget talks can begin in earnest the commissioners needed to get a grasp on the countys prior budget and balance sheet, so Penny Harrison of the tax department presented tax collection data. In one recent 12-month period, 145 traffic accidents occurred at various intersections from U.S. 52 to Forrest Drive, according to statistics compiled by Bonnie Overby, records administrator for the Mount Airy Police Department. Through our Ag in the Classroom program, the states farmers are investing in the future leaders of North Carolina, as well as the future of agriculture, which is the states top economic sector, Harding added. The store passed inspection in November. The work began Monday with crews of a subcontractor, Andreas Pool Plaster, busily grinding off old plaster around the sides of the pool to allow replastering, creating a cloud of dust. Along with any in-house efforts on behalf of stores to maintain accuracy, shoppers can do their part, Parker says. After votes were counted on election day Atkins got 184 votes, White raked in 167, and Jonczak came in third in a race for two seats with 159 votes. Cawley was referring to the fact that the AM station on Springs Road first hit the airwaves on Feb. 2, 1948 exactly 75 years before on Groundhog Day. The sheriffs office shared results of an examination of base pay for deputies and detention officers comparing those to other local departments. Sheri Easters mother is a member of another acclaimed gospel group, The Lewis Family, hailing from Lincolnton. That was not the first time I was turned down because of the color of my skin, Calhoun (as Robinson) told Saturdays audience, commenting on the absurdity of this: Now I want you to think for a minute did you choose the color of your eyes?. Renfro bought the business in 1972 and renamed it the Renfro Barber Street plant. pic.twitter.com/DOqeYYSUnD. For Sale - 10000 Hwy 601 Hwy, Midland, NC - $525,000. When the funds got cut, we just cut the top of the building, Jones explained during the walk-through. Its always been incumbent on this board to support small business in Surry County, said Chairman Eddie Harris in initial support of the incentives package. Early last week they dropped off the plans, structural and architectural plans, to the county building inspector, Farmer explained. Surry County is no exception to the general shortage of applicants experienced across much of the nation. Hill has been a member of Willis Gap Community Center for more that 20 years and also is involved in local tourism efforts to promote the Ararat area. All rights reserved. Tanya Jones, Surry Arts Council executive director, closed the kick-off meeting by introducing and thanking staff, board members, volunteers, and supporters for their work and creative solutions to the challenges of the past few years. An initial inspection in June 2022 found an error rate of 12% based on six overcharges in a 50-item lot. She went on to explain some ideas she had to lower the countys debt responsibilities by paying off projects early using this surplus funds. Those who do remember Barber Hosiery Mill are dwindling and Kirby is hoping that by soliciting donations from the public of all things related to Barber that he can create a display at K&D Sign for those folks. While Robinson was in his early 20s, America entered World War II and he was drafted into the Army. With ridership numbers down, the commissioners wondered if Surry County residents were being unfairly taxed for a ride share program that was not being widely used. His previous diplomatic involvements have included serving as Thailands ambassador to Vietnam. Chairman Circosta said that just knowing someone does not make it a conflict of interest. As genial as he is known to be, dont show up with a bag of litter at Johnsons home. This is an ongoing investigation. The workshop is 2 to 4 p.m., while the concert is 7 p.m., both at the Andy Griffith Museum Theatre. After a short presentation and discussion, the board approved the funding to add three new officers. I totally agree that some Americans have brain worms. We are excited that this project is taking place in an effort to make our community more connected and walkable, Raymer added. Its just a lot of work. The same issues have derailed similar efforts around the state, the Division 11 engineer says. KIM: IT IS. Those attending the concert only can expect to pay $12. Its just a good sign.. The city of Mount Airy has another problem building on its hands, the former site of a bank on the corner of North Main and Franklin streets in the heart of the central business district. The school system, hospitals, and Surry Community College have all also been identified as destinations employees leaving DSS are headed to. There has been a dedicated campaign in Surry County to combat litter along roadways for several years after a hiatus from an earlier such effort. Hall contends both men failed in their sworn duty to defend and uphold the Constitution of the United States and North Carolina. This project will help provide a safer route for residents to walk to shop, work and/or access the Granite City Greenway, Mount Airy Parks and Recreation Director Peter Raymer explained Thursday. This was set in motion with a vote by the Mount Airy Board of Commissioners in October to award a $389,000 contract to Stanley Heating and Air Conditioning, based in Elkin, to replace the dehumidification system for the indoor pool. Theres no word on what caused the crash. THAT ROAD WAS SHUT DOWN FOR ABOUT AN HOUR. For others they said sales and marketing (25%), pandemic related changes (23%), and learning how to scale up a business (19%) presented challenges. Cracked windows that endanger the public and a flow of rainwater damaging neighboring property have emerged as immediate concerns for the structure at 201 N. Main St., which housed major financial institutions of this city in its heyday. Trooper N. Moultrie said a Ford car traveling south on U.S. 601 passed another vehicle in a curve with double-yellow lines. Yet in listening to Jones as she showed off its different rooms last week, one got the impression that the center largely will be a community facility. Day passes can be had at the site for $30. Commissioner Van Tucker, who represents this district, called it a legitimate bid and made a motion, which passed, to accept the bid and open a period of upset bidding. So all of us are still putting glass in our recycling, that person said. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will host a joint womens recruitment event. However, the DOT reported this week that the project has been pushed back until Fiscal Year 2025 meaning construction wont begin until sometime after July 1, 2024 when that fiscal year begins, the agencys Division 11 Engineer Michael Poe confirmed Thursday. And because the law is not done properly, it was made by a judge, it is not proved to be 100% accurate as far as any of the elections go in the state, not just outs, but any of them.. The North Carolina . Another suggestion was that independent trash collectors who are making runs to private residences where they do not have their trash collected by the city or a city contractor as a possible source. These are performance-based and reflect a company investment in taxable property as part of the package. Raising these base levels is a change that would be hard to revert from, and some at the county level wondered aloud why Mount Airy raised their police base pay so far, so fast. He said he was bewildered to discover he had apparently been speaking to an apparition in the parking lot that looked a lot like John Jonczak. Located only .5 miles from Highway 24/27 (Albemarle Road) the properties . Needham was referring to Old Crow Medicine Shows tendency to draw large, sell-out crowds, something being signaled as word of its upcoming appearance has spread. With Raleigh taking up expansion of the plan, it may yield as many as 42% of Surry residents enrolled if it passes. By Ryan Kelly ryan.kelly@mtairynews.com. The three-story building that towers over the Franklin-Main corner was constructed in 1923, according to Mount Airy Historic District records. The building, a $3.5 million project, contains about 6,000 square feet. We are reaching out to former workers, descendants of and the public for their assistance in helping us to create a memorial for those employees, this will be located at the same facility they spent their years of dedication in making top-of-the-line products and providing for their families.. The deal was motivated by a deteriorating utility infrastructure in Pilot Mountain which was deemed more expensive to repair than connecting to an existing city water line running southeast to Holly Springs. Well, weve not had many issues at all, Pilot Mountain Mayor Evan Cockerham said Tuesday. Disproportionate to their size (5 feet, 2 inches tall) a museum devoted to Original Siamese Twins Eng and Chang Bunker will be a huge part of a new Arts Center in Mount Airy but theres more. The State Board of Elections will be conducting a hearing Tuesday aimed at determining if two members of the Surry County Board of Elections Tim DeHaan and Jerry Forestieri should be removed from office. The motorcyclist was put in the medical helicopter after it landed and was flown to Atrium Health Trauma Center in Charlotte. The driver of the car, Courtney Davis, died in the crash. Venues are all open at full capacity and the priority remains to keep the community safe while keeping them engaged with the arts. Mount Airy and Surry County were in competition with other locations in other states for the consolidation of operations that Project Cobra proposed. The winning bid for the project was $135,000 and the final allocated amount will be $142,000 to allow for contingencies during construction. Evil people do evil things, and they find crafty ways of doing that. A Surry County detention officer would start at $35,172 but could cross the county line to Forsyth County to start at $44,511 with a $5,000 recruiting bonus paid out over 18 months. Various vendors also are to be part of the festival footprint, including those offering beer and wine, among other attractions. Southern says multiple local entities are trying to curtail the ongoing abuse threat. Which is not too removed from the original 1948 offerings, the city government document further states, also including two hours of Christian programs in WPAQs morning lineup and big band music for three hours in the evening. Board members, staff, volunteers, and other members of the community were on hand to see a new rack card, featuring 58 summer series concerts, while also being able to view photos from arts council programs during the past year on a screen in the playhouse. The building has been and remains in a state of disrepair.. Saving someones life in an emergency, when every second counts, can be a challenging and intense experience but 11 members of the Mount Airy Fire Department have done just that. 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