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Meghann Evans/The News Dr. Charlotte Ross speaks at the annual meeting of the Surry County Historical Society about the chestnut tree and its role in Appalachian life.
Meghann Evans/The News Dr. Charlotte Ross speaks at the annual meeting of the Surry County Historical Society about the chestnut tree and its role in Appalachian life.
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Chestnut tree topic of interest at historical society meeting
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The history of Appalachia came alive last night as Dr. Charlotte Ross spoke to the Surry County Historical Society about the role of chestnut trees in mountain life. Ross presented “Fallen Heroes: The Chestnut in Appalachian Life and Chestnut Trees Now” at the annual meeting of the Surry County Historical Society. “I thought it was fantastic. ...
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Morgan Wall/The News Surry SCAN holds its Parade of Trees Thursday night at the 308 Bistro on Main Street. Surry SCAN helps community get ready for holiday
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Mondee Tilley/The News Three people were transported to Northern Hospital of Surry County after a three-car collision at the intersection of the U.S. 601 Bypass and U.S. 601. According to Trooper Robert Boyes of the North Carolina Highway Patrol, a white Pontiac crossed the center line while traveling northbound striking a Ford Explorer on the left front. The Explorer traveled at least 120 feet before striking a Nissan. None of the injuries were life-threatening. Traffic was rerouted around the accident scene from just after 7 p.m. until the road reopened shortly after 8 p.m. The accident is still under investigation.
Mondee Tilley/The News Three people were transported to Northern Hospital of Surry County after a three-car collision at the intersection of the U.S. 601 Bypass and U.S. 601. According to Trooper Robert Boyes of the North Carolina Highway Patrol, a white Pontiac crossed the center line while traveling northbound striking a Ford Explorer on the left front. The Explorer traveled at least 120 feet before striking a Nissan. None of the injuries were life-threatening. Traffic was rerouted around the accident scene from just after 7 p.m. until the road reopened shortly after 8 p.m. The accident is still under investigation.
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