The Mount Airy News

06/02/2026

DOBSON — What began as a basketball camp has morphed into a community event over the years.

06/02/2026

After becoming one of the most accomplished wrestlers in Surry County history, Mount Airy's Andrew Meadows will continue his wrestling career at The Citadel Military College of South Carolina.

06/01/2026

The Carroll County Sheriff's Office in Virginia issued a statement around 9 p.m. that the suspect in a Friday night shooting which killed a deputy has been apprehended.

05/31/2026

Earlier this month, as part of the year-long celebration of America's 250th anniversary, students and local music enthusiasts turned out for the Surry Arts Council’s celebration, One County – Many Rhythms.

Earlier this month, as part of the year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, students and local music enthusiasts turned out for the Surry Arts Council’s celebration, One County — Many

05/31/2026

Prior to the conclusion of the school year, North Surry High School students selected the Student Council officers and representatives for the 2026-2027 school year.

05/31/2026

Mount Airy officials have posted on social media there is a heavy police presence in the North Franklin area of Greenhill and Lakemont in Mount Airy, and they are warning people in that area to remain inside.

Mount Airy officials have posted on social media there is a heavy police presence in the North Franklin area of Greenhill and Lakemont in Mount Airy, and they are warning

05/30/2026

Mount Airy police are involved in the search for a Carroll County, Virginia, man wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a deputy there, and the U.S. Marshal's Service has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to his apprehension.

Mount Airy police are involved in the search for a Carroll County, Virginia, man wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a deputy there, and the U.S. Marshal's Service

05/30/2026

With only about two months left until America celebrates its 250th anniversary, one Mount Airy official wants to make sure the city is prepared – including asking the mayor to appoint a committee for the observance.

With only weeks remaining until America celebrates its 250th anniversary, one Mount Airy official wants to make sure the city is prepared — including asking the mayor to appoint a

05/30/2026

The annual Mount Airy Fiddlers Convention seems so near that one almost can hear the sounds of banjos and mandolins – although these might be drowned out by engine noise from early-arriving fans at Veterans Memorial Park.

The annual Mount Airy Fiddlers Convention seems so near that one almost can hear the sounds of banjos and mandolins — although these might be drowned out by engine noise

05/30/2026

Surry County Parks & Rec invites the public to celebrate Fisher River Park's 25th anniversary with free activities — and a movie after dark.

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Fisher River Park has drawn more than a quarter-million visitors a year. On Saturday, it opens the doors to a playground designed so every one of them can play.