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  • Benefit set for Ronnie Dolinger

    A benefit for Ronnie Dolinger will be held 5-7 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Rugby Rescue Squad building.
    Bring a dish and make a donation.
    An auction will be held following the dinner.
    Anyone with items to donate can call (276) 579-7155.

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  • Auction, lunch to benefit Hampton

    SPARTA, N.C. – A benefit auction and lunch will be held Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Alleghany High School cafeteria.
    The fund raiser will be held in conjunction with the Alleghany High School AAU Wrestling Tournament at the school.
    Lunch serving begins at 11:30 a.m. and the auction begins at 1 p.m.
    Area merchants have donated items to be sold at the auction. Items are still being accepted and anyone who wants to make a donation can contact United Country Foxfire Realty or Younger Auction Co.

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  • Red Cross blood drive set Jan. 20

    The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at Independence VFW Post 7726 from noon to 5 p.m. Jan. 20.
    A free soup mug and spoon set and a Chef Cat Cora recipe card will be given to all presenting donors while supplies last. 
    For more information, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.

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  • HOROSCOPE for Dec. 28, 2011

    ARIES (March 21 to April 19) With the new year’s opportunities almost within reach, the Arian’s courageous aspects are raring to go. And don’t be surprised if a lot of people follow the zodiac’s most trusted leader.
    TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Change lies ahead for the brave Bovine who is ready to shuck off the tried and true to try something new. But appearances can be deceptive. Check it all out before you charge into anything.

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  • Tournament will benefit Luke Hampton

    SPARTA, N.C. – A benefit basketball tournament will be held Jan. 7-8 at Alleghany High School to benefit the Luke Hampton family.
    Team trophies will be presented for first, second and third places.
    The format will be released later but there is a two-game guarantee with a maximum 10 man roster. Players must be 18 or older.

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  • Independence  Rescue reports donations

    The Independence Volunteer Rescue Squad received the following donations and memorials during October and November.
    Norma Cochran -- fuel sponsor; Robert and Janis Holdaway, Richard Pinckney, Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Point Lookout Mountain Homeowners Assoc., Elizabeth Scott, Jack Scott,
    County of Grayson, Twin County United Way,

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  • HOROSCOPE for Dec. 21, 2011

    ARIES (March 21 to April 19) I know, dear Lamb, that you don’t like anyone trying to take charge of one of your projects, but try to be a bit more flexible. A new idea could help hasten a positive result.
    TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) I’m sure, like the time-thrifty Taurus that you are, that you’ve done much of your holiday shopping. But don’t relax yet. Wrap those gifts now to save yourself lots of unwanted pressure.

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  • PASTOR’S MESSAGE: Lamb’s Table fulfills needs

    Rev. Terri Johnson Gregory
    First United Methodist Church of Independence

    I would like to thank everyone who participates in the ecumenical weekly meal “Lamb’s Table”.I would also like to expound on them. “Lamb’s Table” is more than one year old and has served more than 5,000 meals since its inception.
    We offer a meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. and everyone is invited to share a meal with us.

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  • HOROSCOPE for Dec. 14, 2011

    ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Make your holiday preparations one step at a time in order to avoid being overwhelmed and leaving things undone. That confusing family situation continues to work itself out.
    TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Ease this year’s holiday money pressures by letting your thrifty side guide you as you look for those perfect gifts that typically reflect your good taste and love of beauty.

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  • Library hosts food drive through Dec. 22

    GALAX — A canned food drive will be held through Dec. 22 at the Galax Public Library.
    Any canned item donation will result in $1 off fines due at the Galax or Carroll County libraries.
    Food donations should be made at the Galax library only.
    The food will be donated to Willing Partners food bank on Dec. 23.

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