The Mount Airy News

11/20/2025

No one likes to be surprised by a property tax bill that is significantly higher than expected, but that is exactly what happened to Cross Creek Country Club in Mount Airy following reappraisal.

No one likes to be surprised by a property tax bill that is significantly higher than expected, but that is exactly what happened to Cross Creek Country Club in Mount

11/20/2025

DOBSON — Surry Central went wire to wire against South Stokes to begin the 2025-26 season 1-0.

11/19/2025

Mayor Evan Cockerham offered reassurances Tuesday that Pilot Mountain is moving quickly to address overnight police coverage gaps, saying the town is in active discussions with the Surry County Sheriff's Office to develop a coordinated plan.

Mayor Evan Cockerham offered reassurances Tuesday that Pilot Mountain is moving quickly to address overnight police coverage gaps, saying the town is in active discussions with the Surry County Sheriff’s

11/19/2025

Workplace safety is something employees might take for granted, but with 5,000-plus fatalities in the U.S. annually it's a serious issue – one a local company has been honored by the state for embracing.

Workplace safety is something employees might take for granted, but with 5,000-plus fatalities in the U.S. annually it’s a serious issue — one a local company has been honored by

11/19/2025

DOBSON -- The Surry Community College Business and Technologies Division held a food drive to support the college's Little Free Food Pantry. Over the course of approximately a week and a half, 205 items were collected across the Dobson campus.

DOBSON — The Surry Community College Business and Technologies Division held a food drive to support the college’s Little Free Food Pantry. Over the course of approximately a week and

11/19/2025

The Surry Arts Council is ringing in the holiday season with a variety of classes and events to help get into the holiday spirit.

11/19/2025

Residents of Pilot Mountain expressed concerns about the town's lack of 24/7 police coverage during the Board of Commissioners meeting Nov. 10, the latest issue facing a town that has weathered significant financial troubles and a police department …

Residents of Pilot Mountain expressed concerns about the town’s lack of 24/7 police coverage during the board of commissioners meeting Nov. 10, the latest issue facing a town that has

11/19/2025

DOBSON — A 27-point performance from Brady Clark powered South Stokes to a win over Surry Central on Nov. 18.

11/18/2025

With cold weather fast approaching, a place has been found for a warming center in Mount Airy where folks can take refuge overnight.

11/18/2025

Surry County commissioners unanimously approved economic development incentives Monday for an unnamed manufacturing company planning to invest more than $10 million and create approximately 100 jobs over the next three years.

Surry County commissioners unanimously approved economic development incentives Monday for an unnamed manufacturing company planning to invest more than $10 million and create approximately 100 jobs over the next three

11/18/2025

NEW LONDON — East Surry’s football season ended in a second-round shootout with North Stanly.

11/18/2025

MAIDEN — Maiden’s high-powered offense proved to be too much for North Surry in a Nov. 14 playoff matchup.