by mcncdmin | Aug 3, 2020 | Heritage, History
In July of 1946, the Spruce Pine Chapter of the American Business Club dedicated the Spruce Pine Club House. According to the Asheville Citizen Times “The clubhouse with its entertainment facilities constitutes one of the most modern recreational centers in this...
by mcncdmin | Aug 3, 2020 | Economics, History, People, Places
Bill Masters is credited with bringing the first electric lights to Toecane and Bakersville from energy generated by his water wheel in a 3-story mill in Toecane. According to living relatives, Bill was a voracious reader with a table in his home piled with stacks of...
by mcncdmin | Aug 3, 2020 | People
Recently discovered in the news clippings collection at the office of Mitchell County Historical Society was this photo from the Tri-County News of 2/28/1974. The family was likely photographed 1905-1910 based on the number and ages of the children. The article’s...
by mcncdmin | Jul 13, 2020 | Heritage, People
Spruce Pine sported two “semi-pro” teams from the 1930’s through the 1950’s in both baseball and basketball. These teams provided entertainment for not only Spruce Pine, but for the surrounding counties as well. The teams played at Deyton Field, which is now Spruce...
by mcncdmin | Jul 13, 2020 | Coronavirus
Following Rules in Phase 2 The Corona Times – July 13, 2020by Rhonda GunterSince North Carolina moved into Phase 2 of its Covid-19 guidelines the first of June, some restrictions have eased. Those most affecting me apply to restaurants, church, and beauty...
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