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-Robin, 828-284-8823
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EVENTS
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Alma Rouse and Mirabelle Busher
arosaleerouse@gmail.com
Cookes, baked goods, lemonade and more at the Browns Creek Baptist Church Parking lot on Friday the 5th from 11:00-2:00 PM. Please come support us two girls! Or go to almashandmade.com and support us there!
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Jimmie Bowen
Jimmie@nchighpeaks.org
252-450-5224.
Exceptionally fit, experienced hikers are invited to join High Peaks on Friday, July 5 for a very challenging, 11-mile hike on the Black Mountain Crest Trail. Meet at the Bolen’s Creek paid-parking area at 8:00 a.m. ($5 per car). We'll take a Yancey Transportation van ($5 per person) to start the hike at the Mount Mitchell summit. Hikers must contact Jimmie to reserve your spot on the van.
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Katherine Savage
katherines3@gmail.com
Comfort, Compassion, and Competence: Being What Your Dying Loved One Wants and Needs, Saturday, July 13 – 10-12, Micaville Outpost
Join a discussion about skills we used to know and provide to our dying people and why we might want to relearn them. In our forgetting, we’ve grown fearful of death and abdicated this care to others. Imagine what could change for you or your loved one if death and grief care were citizenship skills? Coffee and tasty treats provided! RSVP to Katherine.
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Seany Alsup
earthworksBVL@gmail.com
#eastforkwoodfired
July 4th Wood Fired Pizza Night canceled due to a personal injury.
-Next scheduled pizza night: August 2nd 5-8pm (Friday)
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Pana Columbus
pana@thriveappalachia.org
828-559-5840
Join us for the Grand Opening of Burnsville's newest ice cream parlor serving ice cream made exclusively by THRIVE Appalachia teens! Swing by anytime this Thursday, July 4th 10am-5pm at Tulsi Rose Tea and Cream and be part of this historic event! Flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate Fudge, Strawberry, Coffee, Salted Caramel, Mint Chocolate Swirl, Matcha, Lavender Honey, Blackberry, and Mango Sorbet! Located across from the old Burnsville movie theater on West Main St.
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Brandy Honeycutt
blhoneycutt2@gmail.com
Monday, Jul 1: Yancey Progressives meet and mingle.
Burnsville Town Center, 6:00-8:00 PM
Mingle with candidates and progressive-minded neighbors.
Fill out postcards to send to our community members.
Meet candidates for County Commissioner.
Meet school board candidates.
7:00 PM: Nicole Rogers will present three options for the Yancey Public Library's future based on information from the State Library of NC.
Yancey Progressives is a local unaffiliated communications hub, with the goal of connecting and supporting local progressive groups and individuals.
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Pana Columbus
pana@thriveappalachia.org
828-559-5840
The next THRIVE Appalachia Kids Cafe is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10th 5:30-7pm at the Celo Community Center. Menu: Senora Yolanda's enchiladas recipe: homemade corn tortillas filled with beans and cheese, topped with serrano pepper and tomatillos green sauce, and covered with crema, cheese and lettuce. Side of carrots and potatoes and local berries with mint for dessert. $15 for a meal or $5 a la carte. Preorders welcome but not required. Gluten free meal- vegan upon request. Bienvenidos!
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Rosie Bright
rosiebright585@gmail.com
Sparking Curiosity School is having a fundraiser on July 11! We are raising money for the start up of our new nature based, alternative, outdoor school! Please take a look at our flyer on our website here.
We will have music, art, food, a silent auction, and spreading awareness of what Sparking Curiosity School is and what we offer. Are you an artist and would like to support this project? We will be having a silent auction and we are asking for donations to auction off. Please email me if you have any art and food you would like to contribute.
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Kiesa Kay
programs@pioneerlife.org
Upcoming at Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Road off Shoal Creek Road, Yancey County.
Tuesday, July 2, 6:30 pm
Interested in Toe River Valley History? So is Michael Hardy! The 2010 NC Historian of the Year will talk about Toe River and sign copies of his new book on Free, with free snacks from Bubba's Restaurant. Register here.
Wednesday, July 10, 12-2 PM
How did generals decidewhat soldiers would go where during the Civil War? You can learn military strategy while playing a game by Paul Knight on the Battle of Big Bethel. All ages welcome -- a unique way to discover Civil War history.
July 20, 1-5 pm
The 2024 Health 4 Life Expo, including a talk on natural remedies by Dr. Philip J. Collins, longtime director of the Wellness and Cardiac Rehabilitation Dept. of Park Ridge Hospital, at 2 pm. The event is free and includes free health screenings for blood pressure, pulse oximetry, blood glucose, lung function, and BMI. A pharmacist and physician will be available to answer questions.
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STUFF
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Liz Samuelson
samuelsoncreative@gmail.com
740 590 0965
Mountain Bike, 2017 Specialized Camber FSR Expert Carbon 29er. Full Suspension, Medium Frame. $1250 OBO. Incredible ride, less than 750 miles. Click here to view photos as well as more details.
Gravel, Touring Bike or All Weather Commuter: 2016 Salsa Fargo. Medium Frame. Front Suspension. $550 OBO. Includes rear rack and frame bag. Click here to view photos as well as more details.
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Candy Taylor
(904) 868-8261, text only please
Queen-sized new, never slept on mattress, box springs and plain bed frame. $100. Located on Clear Creek. If no reply then it’s sold.
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Brett Rodgers
brett@brettsnaturalhealth.com
(828) 678-3343
I’d like to buy some large size terra-cotta (clay) growing pots with drainage hole in bottom.
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Sera Deva
828.208.0220
Seradeva88@gmail.com
My dog food shipping company sent me the wrong type of food for my dog — so now I have a 50 lb bag of “ScienceDiet Perfect Weight” large breed dog food, chicken recipe up for grabs. Almost entirely full, had to take a few scoops out as I waited for a replacement. Free to whomever wants it to pick up at my home off Halls Chapel; if you don’t hear from me it’s spoken for.
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Alyssa Allegretti
aromaticalyssum@gmail.com
For Sale: 2005 Ford Taurus. SE 6 cyl 3.0L Vulcan. Only about 130,000 miles. Non smoker. New ish tires, brand new battery & starter, I've kept up with all the oil changes. I've also replaced the brake lines and couple other things. It's currently broken down & in need of a compressor/possibly an air conditioning system, which can be pricey. It's in Weaverville & you would need to tow it. Asking $1000 OBO. Can send photos upon request. Might be slow to respond.
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Susan Garriques
susan@susangarriques.com
We have two picture windows available. Thermopane. 4 feet by 6 feet. Wood frames. Good condition. And heavy. $50 for both - or best offer.
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Bill Martin
theonlybill50@yahoo.com
704-560-0538
Trailer tires
2) very slightly used Goodyear Marathon ST225/75R15 tires. Load Range D (around 2,100 lbs ea.) , speed rated M (81mph). These were take offs from a used camper we just purchased. We went with a different size and newer. $70 OBO. I can send pictures by email or text.
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Diane Alexander
404-915-6947
Giving away for free a metalsmith’s B tank with probably a bit of Acetylene left, the regulator intact and the torch with 2 tips and tubing. If anyone out there would like to come get it please let me know.
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Rhea Ormond
rhearoseo@yahoo.com
828 284-7828
65" oval dining room table with 3 leaves and chairs. The table is not in perfect condition but I always had a table cloth on it. It is sturdy but slightly chipped veneer. Since it is old and needs to be moved ASAP, it is FREE.
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Connie Young
simplycyoung@yahoo.com
Used stainless steel Snow Guards for metal roof. (Quantity 111) sells new for $6 each. Selling all for $330 OBO. Pictures available. Removed from old farmhouse by professional roofer. If no reply, they have been sold.
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Gay Smith
potteryggs@mac.com
Armchair, Woodmark Originals, Upholstered: Blue and White. Used, Excellent Condition. 36”H. x 36” W. Seat depth: 22”. $50.
Equipment Pad for HVAC, Air Conditioner, etc.
E Lite by DiversTech 36”x48”x3”. Used 1 month. $50.
Generac 8 Circuit Transfer Switch for Standby Generator 7.5kW, interior mount. Never used. $200.
Or make offers. Pictures available.
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Barbro Bengtson
828.284.3396 text only please
6 Qt. Instant Pot Lux. Never used. $55 obo
Omega Masticating Juicer, lightly used, in excellent condition. New $300 asking $95 obo
Text for photos or more info.
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Thom Cranna
919.493.1655 Text only please
For Sale: A well built large pine entertainment unit. It is quite stylish with a light wash finish. It can also be used as an armoire, with two shelves available for that purpose, or a rod can be installed for hanging clothes. There are two large bottom drawers. Exterior dimensions are 76" high x 40" wide x 20.5" deep. Asking $200 OBO. Text for photos.
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John and Linda Elsegood
828-682-1554
Vintage Sears-Kenmore Model 2142 Zig-Zag Cabinet Sewing Machine with accessories. Good Running Condition. $200, Call for appointment to view.
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Pamela Yap
pamelafyap@gmail.com
ISO these items to borrow for the week of August 10-24. With my promise to clean and care for. Thank you.
- tarp, with water-sealed seams: 7’ x 9’; 9’ x 11’ is better
- tent (1 person size), with 6-10 stakes
- waterproof ground cloth
- sleeping pad: either inflatable [i.e. Thermarest] or closed cell foam [i.e.Ridgerest
- nylon cord: light weight "alpine cord” or “3 mm utility cord"
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Elke Amenda-Spirakis
wellspringfiberfarm@gmail.com
Text: 828-208-6660
Camping equipment new and lightly used for sale, including:
Mountain Summit Gear Horizon cot large, one never used other used a couple times, 40.00 each
Osprey Aether 60 AG green, like new. 200.00
Mountain Hardware sky view tent, used several times, 50.00
Lynx 1 Backpacking Tent brown, used once, 45.00
Exped Megamat, new, 250.00
Thule Quest cargo rooftop bag, 25.00
Alps Mountaineering lightweight series inflatable pads, 2 available, lightly used. 35.00 each
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James Burks
TheBeardedNerd@hotmail.com
828-407-9460
Selling 8in Craftsman Direct Drive Table Saw - $40
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Sarah Farmer
sarahwfarmer@gmail.com.
Free: mature Carolina reaper pepper plant that I grew from seed and have overwintered with my houseplants for years.
Free: 1 Ryobi 40V leaf blower (works). 2 Ryobi 40v battery chargers (working). 3 40v Ryobi batteries (all are defective, perhaps could be restored?)
Wanted: a kombucha SCOBY and some starter tea!
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Michael Minor
mkminor@gmail.com
Approximately 2/3 pallet of TN greystone available. Pictures available. It's loose and not palletized yet piled. $25.
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Wylie Fox
call or text 828-208-7100
Firewood for sale: all mixed hardwood oak, ash, hickory and hard maple ready for delivery.
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Richard Warner
ginnyrichard@yahoo.com
828-208-3114. Photo’s on request
E-Z UP art show tent 10’x10’ 3-sides and zipper door,4- pvc/ cement filled weights $175.00
2-IKEA folding bar stools with foot rest white $50. For both
Delta 6x48” belt sander model #52-611 120 volt on mobile stand. $375.
RBI Hawk scroll saw w/ stand model #214 14” throat. $250.
Truck topper ARE for Toyota Tacoma 6’ box 2005-2015 dark grey. $600.
ECE jack plane wood body 8.5”x2.5” sole 1.75” knife. Like new. $90.
ECE jointer plane wood body 23.5”x3” sole 2.25” knife. Like new. $125.
Stanley / Bailey #6 plane 18”x3” smooth sole 2.25” knife 1920-1940 excellent $125.
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Katey Schultz
katey13@hotmail.com or text 828-688-3109
Selling the following items:
Queen/King quilted, dark red cotton comforter; great condition $15
Queen cotton sheets, ivory $5 or free with purchase of quilt
Macy's waffle jaquard bright, deep pink bathroom towels, two for $5 total
Twin cotton comforter, gender neutral child's wildlife/foresty creature pattern; great condition $5
Child's bike helmet, exactly like this, size medium for $5
Speedo child life vest, US Coast Guard approved, weight 30-50lbs $5
Patagonia kids Power Town Pants, never worn, size Small 7-8, new $169, asking $45
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SPACES
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Marina Connell
828-208-3846
I am looking for month to month rent on a room, camper or tiny house! I am open to Work trade and have experience with organic gardening and farm animals. Rustic and shared living spaces ok! Call to meet and see if we are a good fit.
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Stephanie Godbold
Spoofdiddy@gmail.com
828-319-7721
Tiny house in Burnsville available for the minimalist that enjoys nature/animals on homestead. Limited electricity.compost toilet.spring water. Clawfoot tub with shower head(no standing shower yet). Private with easy access to town although a small foot trail and bridge over creek must be crossed to reach it. Cats ok but no more dogs
Message me for pictures if seriously interested. $550.
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Rose Kaplan
RoseKaplan@gmail.com
My niece is interested in a short-term housing/work-trade opportunity.
In past years she has traded farmwork, animal care, and helping in a dynamic crafts studio for housing. She would prefer a secluded cabin far from the road, but do reach out with any offerings.
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Drew
heidistein2002@yahoo.com
ISO small house, mobile home or apartment for one employed gentleman between Linville Falls--Spruce Pine--Marion. Under $1200 monthly rent.
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Shelby Cooper
Shelbyc7830@gmail.com
Hello! I’m looking for a place to rent in December! It’s me and my cat, and I wouldn’t need a lot of space! I’m currently working seasonally and will not be back until mid November. Pictures are greatly appreciated!
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David Bush
Dmbush714@gmail.com
828-284-9401
RV Site on Cane River Available
Covered, full hook-up (water, sewer, electric) available for immediate long term rental. Private, with access and overlooking the Cane River, 10 minutes from downtown Burnsville, south towards Pensacola. Storage shed available for use. Click here for current pictures of site and prior occupant rig.
Call, text or email David for more information and rental terms.
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HELP WANTED/JOBS
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Nicole DelCogliano
greentoegroundfarm@gmail.com
Text 828 284 7715
Green Toe Ground is seeking 1-3 worktraders for Tuesday or Fridays mornings. Friday is most needed. 8 am to 12 noon and mostly harvesting and wash pack. Text is best-or email.
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Chip Poston
myneighborsmail@gmail.com
828-295-2412
MY Neighbors Members and Volunteers are in search of reliable housecleaners. If you offer this service and would like to be listed among our paid providers please email your contact information, terms and details to myneighborsmail@gmail.com or call the number listed above.
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Gidget
304-619-8950
Seeking caregivers to assist a stroke Patient doing interviews and training this week and going forward. If interested please give me a call at your earliest convenience. Thanks for reading. Have a blessed day.
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Judy Cutaia
jcutaia828@gmail.com
We have a small private road in Burnsville that is in need of asphalt patching. Looking for someone to come and give estimate for our POA.
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EMPLOYMENT NEEDED/SERVICES
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Stacey Randolph
828-678-9577 (land line)
Driveway grading, ditching, waterbreaks. "Free" estimates!
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Lance Carmack
828-284-0176
Driveway maintenance an repair scraping, reditching,water break installation, gravel/mulch delivery and spreading ,grading,road building, house site,lot clearing and etc free estimates.
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James Burks
TheBeardedNerd@hotmail.com
828-407-9460
Offering Handyman Services, Appliance, Computer, and Small Engine Repair to the Burnsville area. Free estimates. Repairs can be pick-up or drop off. Can't service Refrigerator Compressors. No screen replacement, data recovery, internet/Wi-Fi troubleshooting. No electrical/plumbing/HVAC.
Call, Text or Email for more info. Thanks
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Philip Greco
pgreco@gmail.com
828-678-1166
Hello, need help with your summer decorating projects? I'm a clean, professional, experienced, and reliable interior painter based in Burnsville. Happy to travel around Yancey, Mitchell, and Madison counties. Give me a ring anytime or drop me an email. Now scheduling from last week in July onwards. Local references available.
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OTHER
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Liz Sparks
828-678-0656
I am part of an online group of like-minded people who share ideas, dreams, goals, and support each other to manifest them. It is a group of healers and artists called Fusion of Light. To move and grow in the group you embody different elements...the elements of fire, air, earth , water.....I would like to invite TWO people into the group. It means a zoom call once a week or so, plus a lot of sharing of images videos, goals and ideas and support to manifest your goals. It is a beautiful group of people. Call or text if interested.
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Brett Rodgers
brett@brettsnaturalhealth.com
(828) 678-3343
I started a Burnsville NC Singles group on Facebook.
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Brad Spivey
208-4168
Bsspivey@gmail.com
Azure Standard offers high quality foods, often at ridiculously low prices. There is now a monthly pickup available on the Micaville Loop. We easily exceeded the minimum for our first order but will need many more customers to make this a reliable occurrence. Cut off for July orders is on the 16th. Delivery will be week of the 21st. Learn more about Azure here.
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CRITTERS
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Anita Hensley
anitahensley69@gmail.com
Trying to rehome about 20 chickens. 3 beautiful roosters and the rest hens. I have bantys and the larger hens. They are all so sweet.
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Iris Tuck
828-688-0170
Tucksings@aol.com
Do you have information on where we could purchase a puppy close by (perhaps a 2 hour drive from Bakersville). We want a small dog such as a bichon who doesn't shed, and we want to see it interact with its littermates. So far in our searching we have only found pups that fly in accompanied by a dog sitter.
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CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
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Double Island Studio
doubleislandstudio@gmail.com
Join Charlie Tefft for a hands-on workshop, “Creatures in Clay: Exploring Pottery and Animal Artistry”, July 12-14 at Double Island Studio in Green Mountain, NC
Students focus first on making and using drape molds using light weight foam board to create a variety of functional trays. Then they will dive into the world of painting realistic imagery on functional pottery. No drawing experience needed.
Students (high school & college) AND residents of Mitchell and Yancey County receive 15% off. Enter 15OFF at checkout.
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Alena Applerose
alena@toeriverarts.org
828-765-0520J
July Clay Workshops at High Country Ceramic Arts
Register Here: https://toeriverarts.org/artists/education-outreach/workshops/
-Young Potters on the Wheel with Anna Early
July 8 & 9, 10 am - noon or July 18 & 19, 10 am - noon
Ages 7+, $150
-Young Potters: Handmade for the Home with Anna Early
July 10, 11 & 12, 10 am - noon, ages 5+, $150
-Handbuilding for Teens with Cheryl Munyan
July 20-21, 1-3 pm, ages 15+, $200
-Beginner Wheelthrowing with Melanie Risch
July 13 – 14, 2– 5 pm, ages 14+, $200
-Intermediate Wheelthrowing with Melanie Risch
July 27-28 2-6 pm, ages 14+, $200
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Beth Miller
4767.ofas@gmail.com
A YURT RAISING WORKSHOP Sept 9 - 22 , Double Island Rd Yancey Co. You can help raise a taper-wall wooden yurt designed by Bill Copperthwaite. The leader of- the workshop, Mike Iacona, has 16 yrs experience designing and helping people build yurts. Go to dryurts.com. No building experience required. Details later. Text "yurt" to 828 208 6625.
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Paul Thompson
paulthompson52@bellsouth.net
Massage Therapy Training
Maryland Community College is offering classes that can lead to Licensure in NC. Next class stars in Oct. Call for more information: 828 682-7315
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BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Healthy Plantet Homestead, Rachel Haimowitz
healthyplantet@gmail.com
Our downtown Burnsville honor stand is loaded with organically managed, restoratively grown produce. Self-serve and open during all daylight hours, we're currently harvesting fresh basil, garlic (elephant and hardneck), reishi, baby arugula & spinach, several types of berries, spring onions, snow peas, cabbage, asparagus, lettuce, radishes, beets, collards, & more. We also have elderberry syrup, jams & jellies, pickles, vinegars (new: strawberry!), soap/shampoo & conditioner bars, herbal salve, & medicinal lip balm. Under the carport at 128 Academy St, at the Yancey County Farmers market, or at healthyplantet.com.
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SPEAK OUT
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Yancey County Manager
682-3971
US Senators
Ted Budd (202) 224-3154
Thom Tillis (202) 224-6342
US Representative
Chuck Edwards (202) 225-6401
NC Senator
Ralph Hise (919) 733-3460
Legislative Building, Room 301A 16 West Jones Street.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Ralph.Hise@ncleg.gov
NC Representative
Dudley Green 919-733-5862
300 N. Salisbury Street, Rm. 604, Raleigh, NC 27603-5925
Dudley.Greene@ncleg.gov
White House
202-456-1111
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