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<p>Meghann Evans/The Stokes News</p><p>Sarah Johnson and Phillip Handy, leaders of an effort to renovate the Stokes County Animal Shelter, say hi to Otis and his owner, Chad Tucker, at an art exhibit at the Stokes County Arts Council Friday night.</p>

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Sarah Johnson and Phillip Handy, leaders of an effort to renovate the Stokes County Animal Shelter, say hi to Otis and his owner, Chad Tucker, at an art exhibit at the Stokes County Arts Council Friday night.

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Art exhibit to benefit animal shelter draws crowd
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The Apple Gallery at the Stokes County Arts Council was brimming with art and animal lovers Friday night, to the point that it was sometimes difficult to find space to move from one part of the exhibit to another. A reception was held Friday night for the current Apple Gallery exhibit, which will benefit the Stokes County Animal Shelter. Artw...
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Two Walnut Cove residents arrested on drug charges
Two Walnut Cove residents were arrested this week on drug-related charges following a five-month undercover investigation by the Stokes County Sheriff’s Office. Donovan Tremayne Hairston, 26, of...
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<p>Submitted Photo</p><p>Artwork displayed at the Stokes County Arts Council Apple Gallery over the next month will benefit renovations at the Stokes County Animal Shelter.</p>
Art exhibit to benefit Stokes County Animal Shelter
Opening reception set for Friday
The Stokes County Arts Council will feature an exhibit on behalf of the Stokes County Animal Shelter during the month of February. The opening reception will be held Friday, Jan. 27, from 5:30 p...
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<p>Submitted Graphic</p><p>A map shows where the new water tank will be located.</p>
County approves bid for Danbury water system improvements
The Stokes County Board of Commissioners approved a $578,000 bid Monday night for a grant-funded project to upgrade the water system in the town of Danbury, which will include various system impro...
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SPORTS
<p>Submitted Photo</p><p>The Walnut Cove Wildcats, pictured here in the early 1950s, fight for a touchdown.</p>
A different breed of Wildcat
Remembering two other county football teams that made it to state
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<p>Meghann Evans/The Stokes News</p><p>West Stokes faces off against North Surry.</p>
Wildcats fight for wrestling wins
North Surry beat West Stokes by 20 points Friday in a wrestling match at West. The Greyhounds are an impressive 32-1 on the season. Austin Collins started the Hounds off with a win against West ...
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<p>Dale Sands/Northern Stokes Youth Sports</p><p>Garrett Wood sets a screen for Matthew Hopkins in a game against Bishop McGuinness.</p>
North Stokes suffers losses to Bishop, East Surry
Despite a strong 22-point contribution by Matt Hopkins, the North Stokes Vikings were not able to come through with a win Friday, falling 69-54 to Bishop McGuinness. The Villains outscored the V...
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What’s Happening in Our Schools: Chestnut Grove Middle School
We have completed our first semester and have a lot to be proud of for our Chestnut Grove Middle School family. Along with getting acquainted to a completely new administrative team this year, our...
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Frye named to dean’s list at Lees McRae
Lees McRae College is pleased to announce that Kelleigh Frye has been named to the fall semester 2011 dean’s list. Such status is reserved only for those full-time students who attain a minimum 3....
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<p>Submitted Photo</p><p>Pictured are seventh graders from Mrs. Hunter&#8217;s class. Front row, from left: Kyle Marshall, Dustin Whittaker, Tevin Carter, and Dakota Marshall. Back row: Cody Cross, Paul Michael Charleville and Louanne Hunter.</p>
Piney Grove Middle School holds holiday food drive
The Piney Grove Middle School Student Government Association held its annual holiday food drive, this year collecting 1505 cans of food. That’s more than 800 more cans than last year. The food w...
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What’s Happening in Area Churches
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First Baptist to host Financial Peace University
Nearly one and a half million families have participated in Financial Peace University (FPU), the 13-week course taught by Dave Ramsey on DVD. FPU teaches families and individuals common-sense pri...
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What’s Happening in Area Churches
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<p>Meghann Evans/The Stokes News</p><p>Eddy McGee, executive director of the Stokes Arts Council, supports the arts at the Stokes County Business Stampede while decked out in Western gear.</p>

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Eddy McGee, executive director of the Stokes Arts Council, supports the arts at the Stokes County Business Stampede while decked out in Western gear.

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Praise for Stokes County Business Extravaganza Dear Editor, Last night our county had the privilege of experiencing what was referred to as a “Business Stampede” (business trade show) at our...
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Holloway Report: Moving North Carolina forward in 2012
Greetings and Happy New Year! As we begin 2012, I thought it would be helpful to give a brief summary of 2011, and discuss the outlook for the New Year. When the Republicans took the majority fo...
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The Old Paths: Keep on keepin’ on
There was a time back on the old paths that press day at The Stokes News meant 18-hour work days and going to bed an hour or two before the birds started chirping. Funny thing is, I often miss t...
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<p>Submitted Photo</p><p>Dale Parker presents Tim McKinney with a check for winning the Carolina Farm Credit cap contest.</p>
Carolina Farm Credit cap contest winner selected
Carolina Farm Credit announces Timothy McKinney as a winner in the company’s quarterly cap contest. The cap contest is a quarterly drawing awarding four people for wearing a Carolina Farm Credit c...
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The King Lions Club recently presented a check for $2,500 to King Outreach Ministry for their backpack program.
King Lions Club donates to King Outreach
The King Lions Club recently presented a check for $2,500 to King Outreach Ministry for their backpack program.
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Carroll turns 103
Submitted photo Robert “Bob” Carroll, longtime Stokes County historian and former columnist for The Stokes News, turned 103 on Feb. 1. Friends and family celebrated his birthday on Sunday, Jan. ...
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Cole turns 99
Orice Cole was honored on her 99th birthday with a cake at the February meeting of the Rural Hall Senior Citizens Club. She has been a member of the club for over 20 years. The meeting was held a...
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Francis turns 91
Submitted photo Pauline Doss Francis of Sandy Ridge celebrated her 91st birthday on November 14.
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LAND TRANSFERS In recording deeds, the state of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for property be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate of $2 per $1,000 valuat...
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LAND TRANSFERS In recording deeds, the state of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for property be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate of $2 per $1,000 valuat...
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