Sparta Magazine 2010

SPARTA Blue R idge P arkway 7 5th A nniversary E dition

2010

COMPLIMENTARY COPY

Featuring: Sparta, Roaring Gap, Piney Creek, Laurel Springs, Glade Valley, & Ennice, NC & neighboring communities A PUBLICATION OF THE ALLEGHANY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE www.sparta-nc.com

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WELCOME TO SPARTA, N.C.

SPARTA Explore the rhythm...

Artist Corner.....................................................4 County Map..................................................... 32 Welcome to Sparta, North Carolina............ 5 Dining & Catering............................................ 34 Exploring........................................................... 9 Catering • Delis • Restaurants • Artisans’ Studios • Attractions & Music Venues • Real Estate and Construction....................... 36 Fishing & Trout Farms • Galleries & Museums • Appraisers & Home Inspection • Building Supplies • Golf Courses • Parks & Recreation • Wineries • Cabinetry & Woodworking • Concrete • Activities, Festivals & Events...................10, 11 Construction, General Contractors & Renovations • Mountain Life..................................................15 Electricians & Plumbers • Excavation • Guttering • Heating & Air Conditioning • Home & Condo Advocacy, Trade & Support Groups • Arts & Heritage Organizations • Christmas Tree Farms • Developers • Manufactured Housing • Nurseries, Landscaping & Fencing • Painting Interior/Exterior • Churches & Ministries • Clubs & Civic Portable Toilets • Real Estate Agencies & Organizations • Education & Government • Auctioneers • Renewable Energy • Well Drilling • Farms • Industrial & Manufacturing • Windows • Wood Stoves Service Organizations • Message Alleghany Board of Commissioners ..........................................................................17 Helpful Information ......................................17 Message Sparta Town Council.....................19 Shopping.......................................................... 21 Apparel • Arts & Crafts • Books • Convenience Stores/Gas • Educational Supplies • Electronics & Video • Floor & Wall Coverings • Florists • Fruits & Vegetables • Furniture & Home Decor • Gifts, Antiques & Collectibles • Groceries & Food Markets • Hardware • Jewelry • Office Supplies & Equipment • Pharmacies • Sporting Goods & Gun Shops • Thrift Stores • Wineries & Supplies • Wood Stoves •

Services Directory.......................................... 44 Accountants, Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation • Advertising, Media & Marketing • Attorneys • Automotive Parts & Services • Banks & Financial Services • Beauty Salons & Related Services • Business Consultation & Counseling Services • Child Care • Cleaning Services & Property Care • Computer & Technology Services • Employment Services • Equipment Rental • Event Planning & Limo Service • Funeral Homes • Garbage/Waste Disposal • Graphic Design • Health, Medical & Fitness • Heating Oil / Propane • Insurance • Motorcycle & Small Engine Repair • Nursing Homes & Residential Care • Pest Control • Pet Care • Photography & Framing • Printing • Screen Printing & Embroidery • Tanning • Transportation • Utilities • Web Development •

Come Stay With Us....................................... 24 Apartments • Bed and Breakfast Inns • Campgrounds Conference & Retreat Centers • Doughton Park Historic Snapshots ........... 13 Motels • Vacation Rental Cabins & Homes • Parkway Historic Snapshots ........................ 19

Alleghany Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 58 South Main St. P.O. Box 1237 Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-5473 800-372-5473 336-372-8251 fax www.sparta-nc.com director@sparta-nc.com

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Karen Bopp - see bio on page 4

Your Guide To The Blue Ridge Mountain Heartland

WELCOME TO SPARTA, N.C.

Artist Corner....

On the Cover: Photographer, Stewart Royall has owned and operated Studio Roxie for the past 25 years. Studio Roxie is a framing & photography shop as well as a tanning salon located in the Food Lion Plaza. Stewart’s creativity is inspired by the beautiful surroundings of Alleghany County and his passion of the arts. You can see more of Stewart’s photography at Studio Roxie or at www.studioroxie.com.

Photos on the cover and page 5.

Ada Douglas was born and raised in Piney Creek. Ada worked in furniture factories most of her adult life, running many different wood-working machines. After retirement, Ada wanted something to do, especially during the winter months. She decided to put her wood working knowledge to good use. Ada started out making a few pictures of barns for family members and then one thing led to another. She started going to some art shows and people started to see her artwork and liked it. With the encouragement from family and friends she is now creating more than just barns.

Ada exhibits at the Alleghany Public Library and at the Pine's Restaurant. Ada can be reached at 336-359-8303. Woodworking on pages 9 & 15.

David Herr retired from teaching mathematics and statistics at UNCG for 29 years.

As a way to express the emotions he experienced in nature, Dave began photography in 1983. He is the founding member of Alleghany Arts and Crafts and founding member of Little River Gallery in downtown Sparta. Dave specializes in images of landscapes, animals, ghosts and emotions. Dave’s photographs and notecards can be found at Little River Gallery. Photo on page 25.

Karen Bopp is a native of Chicago, Illinois and has a degree in Interior Design. After enjoying life in Charlotte for 10 years, she heard the call to volunteer for the US Peace Corp. Serving as an adult, on the developing island of Dominica, she learned a simpler way of living. Upon her return, she visited friends in Alleghany County and fell in love with the beauty and peacefulness of the area, which she now calls home.

Karen recently won a blue ribbon in the 2009 Alleghany County Photography Contest. Her photography can be found at Little River Gallery.

Photos on pages 3, 4, 13 & 37.

Photo taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway by Karen Bopp

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WELCOME TO SPARTA, N.C.

Welcome To Sparta...

Photo by Stewart Royall - See bio on page 4.

September 11, 1935, Blue Ridge Parkway construction began in Alleghany County. No one was more pleased than Alleghany's Congressman Bob Doughton, "Father of the Blue Ridge Parkway." As chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, descendants say "Farmer Bob" had an agreement with President Franklin Roosevelt: If the Parkway passes through Alleghany County, Social Security will pass through Congress.

The rest is history.

We feel a special kinship to the Blue Ridge Parkway and in honor of its 75th anniversary, this issue of the SPARTA Magazine includes historical snapshots of the Parkway's beginnings.

I hope you will make plans to attend the Parkway's 75th Anniversary Celebration, Sept.

10-12, 2010. The festivities will take place just down the road from Sparta at Cumberland Knob at Mile Post 217.5, and the Blue Ridge Music Center, Mile Post 213. However, anytime is a good time to visit our neck of the woods. Because if you like the Parkway, you'll love Alleghany County.

Our back roads still wind through pastoral splendor. Our vistas take your breath away.

The New River steals your heart and Sparta still bustles with small-down hospitality. If Farmer Bob were to return today, he would immediately recognize his community.

When you are in town, please stop by the Alleghany Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Center. We're on Main Street in the rock building with the green awning across from the Farmers' Hardware parking lot and you are always welcome. Hopefully we can answer your questions and help assure your visit is enjoyable. Regardless of the hour, our lobby is open 24/7 and is packed with area information.

- Bob Bamberg, Director Alleghany County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center 58 South Main Street • P.O. Box 1237 • Sparta, NC 336-372-5473 • Sparta-NC.com • 800-372-5473 5

EXPLORE

Cave Rock Estates is located just off US Hwy 21 South, 1.7 miles north of the Blue Ridge Parkway and 5 miles south of Sparta, NC, in Alleghany County. This picture perfect estate is 279 acres consisting of rolling hills, mountains and beautiful long range views starting at an elevation of about 3,200 feet.

Cave Rock Estates features: • Underground utilities, paved roads, decorative street lights and beautiful landscaping.

• Common areas with stream fed lakes as well as many more streams throughout the entire development.

• Naturally contoured trails make it possible to enjoy walks, hiking, & biking.

• Gated security entrance made of natural rock.

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Driving time to Cave Rock Estates from Charlotte, Boone or WinstonSalem is about 90 minutes or less. Within minutes from us is The Blue Ridge Parkway, as well as several golf courses, hospitals and places to shop. Fishing, canoeing, whitewater rafting and winter skiing are all close by. Less than an hour’s drive is the Yadkin Valley, where the best vineyards on the east coast of the United States are located. Vineyards are open for tasting and tours.

Our model cabins range in price from $255,000 to over a million. For more information you are invited to contact the owner–developer at:

877-244-4540 or visit our website at

WWW.CAVEROCKESTATES.COM 4680 US Hwy 21 Glade Valley, NC 28627 7

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Exploring...there’s alot to do!

• Artisans' Studios • Attractions & Music Venues • Fishing & Trout Farms • Galleries & Museums At the other end of the county, Stone Mountain State Park • Golf Courses surrounds its namesake 600-foot granite dome and offers • Parks & Recreation camping, historic sites, fishing, picnicking, rock climbing, • Wineries Between the New River to northwest and the Blue Ridge Parkway along its southeast, Alleghany County and Sparta offer a lot to explore. Spring through fall, the New is a magnet for canoeists, anglers, and campers. New River State Park and local outfitters are available to assist you.

waterfalls and hiking and horse trails.

Ada Douglas - see bio on page 4.

Between them the granddaddy of scenic drives, the Blue Ridge Parkway, winds along the Continental Divide. At its center is Doughton Park, named for native Bob Doughton, the congressman maybe most responsible for the Parkway's existence. Historic sites, a restaurant and lodge, trails, camping and fishing are among its amenities. Sept.

10-12, the Parkway marks its 75th anniversary with a grand celebration at Cumberland Knob (Mile Post 217.5), and at the Blue Ridge Music Center (MP 213). Make plans to attend.

Golf courses, music venues, artisan studios and pastoral beauty also reward the explorer. The following is a list of Chamber businesses who wish to serve your recreational wishes.

Artisans’ Studios Blue Ridge Wood Crafters 593 Andrews Ridge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-0421 See our ad on page 8.

Cater Pots 209 Antioch Church Rd. Sparta, NC P: (336) 372-4604 www.Caterpots.com See our ad on page 20.

Craven Handbuilt Porcelain 333 Foxfire Lane Independence, VA 24348 P: (276) 579-2195 www.CravenStudio.com

Hollyberries Quilting Studio PO Box 1227 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 363-5252 See our ad on page 14.

Little River Gallery 33A North Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3007 See our ad on page 23.

Mangum Pottery 280 Turkey Hollow Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5291 www.MangumPottery.com The Pottery Place of Sparta, LLC 245 Bakers Ridge Road Piney Creek, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5540 See our ad on page 22.

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Quilts by Delta 176 Peterson Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5838 White Dove Woodworks 1438 Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6485 www.WhiteDoveWoodWorks.com

Attractions & Music Venues Alleghany Jubilee 27 North Main S. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4591 Gem Valley LLC 2489 Little Peak Creek Rd. Jefferson, NC 28640 P: (336) 982-5177 www.GemValleync.com

EVENTS

What’s Happening

Almost anytime is a good time to visit Alleghany County and Sparta. Summer and fall, the New River beckons sportsmen as well as families canoeing downstream. Opportunities for outdoor adventure abound along the Blue Ridge Parkway and at New River and Stone Mountain State Parks. During the year, festivals and celebrations offer added excitement.

The following list is an overview of activities. For details about these activities and information on smaller events throughout the year go to Sparta-NC.com or call the Chamber at 800-372-5473 or 336-372-5473.

Crouse House Pickers: Come to listen or sit in on this informal bluegrass and old-time music jam. 6p each Monday at Crouse Park.

Alleghany Jubilee: Dance or listen to local bands performing traditional mountain music every Tuesday (7p) and Saturday (8p). 25 N. Main St. 336-372-4591 The Blue Ridge Parkway Motorcycle Capital: May through October riders gather for free concerts and good food at Freebornes Eatery & Lodge and at the Station’s Inn in Laurel Springs., Parkway Mile Post 248. Freebornes.com (877-528-7356) and www.StationsInn.com (336-359-2888) Blue Ridge Music Center: Saturday and Sunday concerts, and weekly programs June through mid-October (Parkway Mile Post 213). www/BlueRidgeMusicCenter.org 276-236-5309 Parkway Ranger Programs: June through October, craft demonstrations at Brinegar Cabin (Parkway Mile Post 238.5), Friday, Saturday and Sunday; Ranger programs at the campground (Mile Post 239), Friday and Saturday; and Ranger programs at Bluffs Lodge (Mile Post 241), Friday. Call 540-745-9680 for times Silver Dollar Music Park: Local bands and other weekend entertainment. Full restaurant. www.SilverDollarMusicPark.com 336-372-6874.

Lawn Mower Racing: Locals experience NASCAR thrills on a smaller, less expensive scale. All races held at the County Fairgrounds. 5p on May 8; 5p June 19; & 7p Aug. 21.

336-372-5597 Wine Festivals: Amateur winemakers showcase their talent at the Grapestompers/Thistle Meadow Winery in Laurel Springs, Sunday, May 30, 12n-5p. In the fall, the annual Wine Tasting features area vintners, Sunday, Oct. 3, 12n-5p. www.ThistleMeadowWinery.com 800-233-1505

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EVENTS June Jamboree & July 4th: Memorial Day weekend through July 4th, there are special activities every weekend. Call the Chamber for details closer to May. The big parade celebrating the country's independence winds down Main Street beginning at 2p, Saturday, July 3. Everyone is invited to tailgate at Alleghany High School beginning at 6p on July 4 and stay for fireworks at dusk. Music provided. Concessions available. 800-372-5473 Lions Club Rodeo: Horsemen compete at the County Fairgrounds, Friday and Saturday, July 2-3. 336-372-5557 Alleghany Fiddlers Convention: The best of traditional mountain music in competition, July 16-17 ,at the County Fairgrounds. www.AlleghanyFiddlers.com Craft, Car and Quilting Weekend: These triple events offer something for everyone.

The Alleghany Quilters' Guild Show is at the Black Building of the County Fairgrounds, Friday & Saturday, July 23-24, 10a-4p (336-372-5838). The Blue Ridge Mountain Fair at Crouse Park in downtown Sparta Friday, 3-6p, & Saturday, 9a-5p (336-363-3099). The VFW Car Show in the NAPCO parking lot, Saturday, 7a-4p (336-372-5573).

Alleghany County Fair: This traditional agricultural fair features everything from blue ribbons for prize cows and the best canned beans, to cotton candy and carnival rides.

County Fairgrounds. Agricultural competition begins Aug. 23. The carnival arrives Aug. 26.

The Fair closes with a lawn mower race and fireworks Aug. 28. 336-372-5597 Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary Celebration: Musical entertainment, displays, historic demonstrations, Friday through Sunday, Sept. 10-12, celebrate the Parkway's anniversary at Cumberland Knob, Mile Post 217.5, and at the Blue Ridge Music Center, MP 213. www.BlueRidgeParkway75.org.

Mountain Heritage Festival: Some 100 food and craft vendors and demonstrators spread out on Main Street for this celebration of mountain life Saturday, September 18.

Music and dance entertainment. Sparta-NC.com/heritage 800-372-5473 Christmas in the Mountains: Beginning Nov. 15 and continuing until Dec. 20, local farms open their fields to let visitors choose the perfect Christmas tree to be fresh cut, baled and secured to their vehicle for the ride home. Local artisans open their workshops for a studio crawl Saturday, Nov. 27, and Dec. 4. The Christmas parade always draws a crowd down Main Street, beginning at 2p on Saturday, Nov. 27. The annual Christmas Craft Fair is Saturday, Dec. 4, in the Black Building at the County Fairgrounds.

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EXPLORE

Attractions & Music Venues Silver Dollar Music Park 214 Glade Valley Church Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 372-6894

www.SilverDollarMusicPark.com

Fishing & Trout Farms Rick's Smallmouth Adventures 1757 Pleasant Home Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8321 www.FishTheNew.com

Golf Courses High Meadows Country Club 1288 Country Club Rd. Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-2622 www.HighMeadowsCountryClub.com

New River Country Club 611 Golf Course Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4869 Olde Beau Golf Club 729 Olde Beau Blvd Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-3333 www.OldeBeau.com See our ad on page 8.

Galleries & Museums

Parks & Recreation

Alleghany Arts & Crafts 36 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1776

Alleghany Wellness Center 508 Collins Road Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2944

Blue Ridge Gallery of Fine Arts 103 Gallery Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1711 www.BlueRidgeFineArt.com Little River Gallery of Sparta 33A North Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3007 See our ad on page 23.

Studio Redwood 10436 US 21 S. Roaring Gap, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7111

www.AlleghanyWellnessCenter.com

See our ad on page 14.

Blue Ridge Parkway P: (336) 372-8568 www.NPS.gov/blri

New River Campground & Canoe 6286 US Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336)372-8793 www.CanoeingTheNew.com New River State Park 358 Hwy 221, N Access Rd Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 982-2587 www.NCparks.gov Rivercamp USA 2221 Kings Creek Rd. Piney Creek, NC 28663 P: (336) 359-2267 www.RiverCampUSA.com 12

Riverside Canoe & Tube Rental 2966 Garvey Bridge Rd Crumpler, NC 28617 P: (336) 982-9439 www.RiversideCanoeing.com Stone Mountain State Park 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 957-8185 www.NCParks.gov Triple E Riding Stable / Alleghany Trail Blazers 5988 US Hwy 21 S Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 657-8314/469-4338 www.3EStable.com Wineries Chateau Laurinda Vineyard & Lodge 690 Reeves Ridge Road Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2562

www.ChateauLaurindaVinyards.com

Grapestompers 102 Thistle Meadow Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2995 (800) 233-1505 www.Grapestompers.com Thistle Meadow Winery 294 Elk Knob Road Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2995 (800) 233-1505

www.ThistleMeadowWinery.com

See our ad on page 8.

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Doughton Park...

Doughton Park (Mile Posts 238-245) is one of the largest developed areas on the Parkway and is located just a few miles from Sparta. It is a landscape of open meadows where deer, fox and raccoon are plentiful and flame azalea and rhododendron flaunt their color. Originally known as the Bluffs, it is named in honor of the late U.S. Congressman, Robert L. Doughton, long-time advocate and supporter of the Parkway.

Bluffs Lodge and Restaurant (MP 241 336-372-4499) offer accommodations and meals May through October. Camping, numerous trails and fishing are among the outdoor attractions. The Lodge and campground offer regular programs on nature and history late spring through early fall.

Brinegar Cabin and Homestead, Mile Post 238.5, offers a window into life of early settlers. Martin Brinegar (1863-1925) and his young bride, the former Caroline Joines (1863-1943), raised three children on 125 acres of what would become the Blue Ridge Parkway. The homestead provided most of their necessities, crops like corn, buckwheat, rye, oats, wheat, sorghum, potatoes and turnips. What they couldn't raise, they traded for with neighbors. Caroline was illiterate but could read the weaving patterns for the "four-poster" loom, built by her father as a wedding present. From the farm's wool and flax (linen) she wove a durable "linsey-woolsy" cloth. She and the children collected wild herbs to sell to drug merchants in Jefferson and Boone. Martin was a cobbler and made shoes that sold for a dollar a pair. These herbs and shoes brought in their only cash. Martin was clerk for the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, a small church still active today. He died in 1925.

Caroline remained in the cabin for ten years before moving in with a daughter. The Parkway bought the property and has maintained it as living history of life a century ago. During the summer, a ranger demonstrates weaving on a four-poster.

Special programs the second Saturday in August celebrate early mountain life.

(540-745-9680) In the fall, birders flock to the Mahogany Rock Overlook (MP 235) for the annual hawk watch.

Basin Cove Creek complex (MP 238 - 244) has rainbow and brook trout where the streams are stocked. Anyone with a valid Virginia or North Carolina fishing license is welcome.

The roadway is open year round, except for periods of winter ice and snow.

For more information, call the Bluffs Ranger Office at 336-372-5868.

Photo taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway by Karen Bopp - see bio on page 4.

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MOUNTAIN LIFE

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MOUNTAIN LIFE

Mountain Life...

• Advocacy, Trade & Support Groups • Arts & Heritage Organizations • Christmas Tree Farms • Churches & Ministries • Clubs & Civic Organizations Civic Clubs and Non-Profit Organizations • Education & Government demonstrate an interest in the community • Farms and willingness to serve.

• Industrial & Manufacturing For 67 years, Dr. Grabow Pipes have been • Service Organizations Tradition lives in these mountains. Cattle and Fraser fir testify to our agricultural heritage.

Tradition is reflected in the craft of local artisans. Faith is manifested in the churches of the countryside and along Sparta's Main Street.

manufactured here. More recent industries specialize in marketing materials, products for the baking industry, custom rugs, composite materials and construction trusses.

A strong economy needs strong schools.

More than half of the public school instructional staff holds National Board Certification.

Preschool is available for 3- and 4-year olds.

Classrooms are Internet connected and offer distance-learning opportunities.

Ada Douglas - see bio on page 4.

The Wilkes Community College satellite campus extends educational opportunities.

Blue Ridge Business Development Center offers office space for new businesses and technology support for business and industry.

Though small, this well rounded community can always find a place of involvement for newcomers as well as old timers.

Advocacy, Trade & Support Groups Alleghany Christmas Tree Association 90 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5597 www.AlleghanyCTA.com Alleghany Council on Aging 85 East Whitehead St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4640

Alleghany County Democratic Party P.O. Box 727 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2591 Alleghany County Republican Party P.O Box 652 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2012 www.AlleghanyGOP.org Alleghany County Home Builders Assoc.

PO Box 489 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-7610

www.AlleghanyHomeBuilders.com

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Alleghany Partnership for Children 994 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2846 www.Alleghanykids.com American Cancer Society 87 Montview Drive Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1568 www.Cancer.org Better Business Bureau of Northwest NC 500 W 5th St., Suite 202 Winston-Salem, NC 27101 P: (800) 777-8348 www.NWNC.bbb.org

MOUNTAIN LIFE Advocacy, Trade & Support Groups Friends of Alleghany Library 122 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5573 www.nwrl.org Miles J.O.B. Fund 565 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5646 www.JobFund.org WF Osborne, Jr. Marine Corps League Det 1298 P O Box 1298 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8324 www.mclsparta.com Arts & Heritage Organizations Alleghany Arts Council P.O. Box 962 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 363-9190 Alleghany Community Theatre PO Box 206 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8024 www.Sparta-NC.com/ACT Alleghany County Fair Committee P.O. Box 1448 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8747 Alleghany HistoricalGenealogical Society PO Box 817 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3002 www.AHGS.org

Christmas Tree Farms Bickerstaff's Trees, Inc. 92 Greenery Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8866 www.BickerstaffTrees.com Crazy Fox Tree Patch 135 Fox Trail Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2162 www.CrazyFoxTreePatch.com Discount Tree Farm 2552 Hwy 221 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8242

www.WardenDiscountTrees.com

Edwards Choose & Cut 1767 Big Oak Road Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-3463 Garvey Christmas Tree Farm 442 Laurel Glenn Church Rd Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2870 J W Evergreens 1836 Shelton Ave Statesville, NC 28677 P: (704) 878-2941 www.JWEinc.com Joe Edwards Christmas Tree Farm 2081 Pine Swamp Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1711 Lil' Grandfather Mtn. Choose & Cut Farm 15371 NC Hwy 18 S Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 372-9613 www.LilGrand.com

Alleghany Quilters Guild 79 Boyer Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7080

Maines Tree Farm 113 Bob's Ln Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2901 www.MainesTreeFarm.com

Highland Camerata P O Box 534 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5519

McInnis Tree Farm 468 Presnell Rd Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8072

www.HighlandCamerata.org

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Papa Goats Tree Farm & Rental Cabin 627 Three Creeks Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3055 or (704) 827-1261 www.PapasTreeFarm.com Pardue Farms 830 Pardue Road Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8106 Pine Shadows Farm 153 Camp Butler Rd. Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-2065 Roberts Tree Farm 223 Wilson Road Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8587 Reeves Ridge Christmas Trees 3245 New Haven Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 200-0143 or (866) 299-0783

www.BestFreshChristmasTree.com

Sam Miller Trees 14633 NC Hwy. 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2365 The Old Quarry Farm 2076 Shawtown Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 657-3556 Tom Miller's Tree Farm and Nursery 13893 Hwy 18 S Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2004 www.TomsTrees.com Churches & Ministries Christ Episcopal Church 2543 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7983

www.ChristChurchAlleghany.org

Cornerstone Christian Fellowship 1276 Grandview Dr. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-0555 www.ccf-Sparta.org

COUNTY WELCOME

Alleghany County Board of Commissioners

L-R: Milly Richardson, Randy Miller, Chairman Ken Richardson, Doug Murphy and Steve Roten.

This year, 2010, marks the 75th Anniversary of the start of construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Alleghany County is very proud of the part we played in the creation of this scenic roadway. I hope you take the opportunity to enjoy the Parkway and join us for the grand celebration Sept. 10-12, 2010. I think you will agree that the beauty of the landscape along the Parkway and along the byways throughout Alleghany County is exceptional.

If you are considering relocating to Alleghany County, I can't imagine a better place to live.

Our schools excel in their educational quality. I don't think you'll find friendlier neighbors anywhere else.

I hope the information presented here answers any questions you may have about the county. And if you should become a resident of Alleghany, county government stands ready to serve you.

- Ken Richardson, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners

DEMOGRAPHICS

Avg. Annual Temperature: 50.1ºF • Avg. January Temperature: 31 ºF Avg. July temperature: 68 ºF • Avg. annual rainfall: 50.8”. • Avg. annual snowfall: 21.9” Population: Alleghany County: 10,667 (2000 census) • Sparta, NC: 1817 (2000 census) Alleghany size: 234.7 sq. mi.

Elevation: 2,500-4,000 ft. • Highest Point: Catherine's Knob 4,175 ft.

County Planning Office: 336-372-2942 • Sparta Town Zoning: 336-372-4257

UTILITIES

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Alleghany Cablevision (336) 372-5801 Blue Ridge Electric (336) 372-4646 Charter Communication (888) 438-2427 SkyLine Telephone (336) 372-1350 Embarq Telephone (866) 304-6820

Alleghany County Library (336) 372-5573 Dept. of Social Services (336) 372-2411 Register of Deeds (336) 372-4342 Drivers License (336) 372-6442 Public Transportation (336) 372-8747

EDUCATION

GOVERNMENT

Alleghany County Schools (336) 372-4345 Wilkes Community College Alleghany Campus (336) 372-5061

Alleghany County Aministration (336) 372-4179 Town of Sparta (336) 372-4257

WEEKLY SERVICES

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Alleghany Garbage Service (336) 372-4413

Dial 911 for all emergencies!

NEWSPAPERS

Alleghany Memorial Hospital (336) 372-5511

Alleghany News (336) 372-8999 The Declaration (276) 773-2222

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MOUNTAIN LIFE First Baptist Church of Sparta 202 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8446

High Country Workforce Development Board 719-A Greenway Rd. Boone, NC 28607 P: (828) 773-1373 www.HighCountrywdb.com

TruLine Truss, Inc. 3225 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2226 www.TrulineTruss.com See our ad on page 41.

Sparta Presbyterian Church 160 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5045 www.SpartaPresbyterian.org

Town of Sparta 304 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4257 www.TownOfSparta.org

Service Organizations

Sparta United Methodist Church 190 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4441 www.UMCSparta.com Clubs & Civic Organizations New River Shrine Club PO Box 1065 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5261 See our ad on page 14.

Rotary Club of Alleghany PO Box 1293 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7158 www.Sparta-nc.com/Rotary See our ad on page 14.

Sparta Lions Club P.O. Box 1002 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-8026 Education & Government Alleghany County 348 S Main St Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4179

www.AlleghanyCounty-NC.gov

Alleghany County School Administration 85 Peachtree St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4345 www.Alleghany.k12.nc.us

Wilkes Community College 115 Atwood Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5061 Farms Dogs By Debbie The Gentle Farm 2418 Grandview Dr Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2039 Fern Ridge Berry Farm 332 Fern Ridge Lane Galax, VA 24333 P: (276) 236-0002 www.brpk.com/berryfarm Industrial & Manufacturing International Pipes & Accessories, LLC 1731 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5521 Martin Marietta Composites 114 Industrial Park Dr. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6311

Alleghany CARES, Inc 25 Womble St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5959 See our ad on page 33.

Alleghany County Community Foundation PO Box 1702 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (828) 328-1237 www.222.nccomf.org Alleghany County Cooperative Extension 90 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5597

www.Alleghany.CES.NCSU.edu

Alleghany County Group Homes, Inc. 133 Health Services Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5671 Alleghany County Rescue Squad, Inc 61 Trojan Ave Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5043 Alleghany Partnership for Children 994 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2846 www.AlleghanyKids.com

www.MartinMariettaComposites.com Blue Ridge Opportunity

See our ad on page 44.

NAPCO, Inc. 120 Trojan Ave. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5228 www.napcoUSA.com See our ad on page 55.

Parker Sales & Service 69 Parker Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2812 www.PSASinc.com

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Commission 710 Beech Street N Wilkesboro, NC 28659 P: (336) 667-7174 Miles J.O.B. Fund 565 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5646 www.JobFund.org Sparta Revitalization Committee PO Box 1020 Sparta, NC 28675

P: (336) 372-8956

TOWN WELCOME

Sparta Town Council Town Council Members: Mike Parlier, Robert Andrews, Mayor John Miller, John Brady, Agnes Joines, Lois Sheets and Town Manager Bryan Edwards

As Alleghany County's only municipality, Sparta is the hub of business and community life. It is a thriving community and with its cool summer temperatures it is a popular vacation destination.

If you chose to visit, our friendly businesses are eager to serve you. We are proud of all our small town has to offer. Be sure to visit Crouse Park, one of the nicest town parks you will find in a community of our size. There is something to do for all age groups. We recently opened a skate park there and it has proven to be very popular with our young people.

If you are considering a move, the Town of Sparta is always ready to welcome new residents.

- John Miller, Mayor of Sparta

Parkway Comes to North Carolina

The automobile unleashed a passion for travel in the early 20th century. Auto clubs sprang up to guide motorists over local and state roads required to travel cross-country. Alleghany County was on the path of the Great Lakes to Florida Auto Trail connecting Detroit, MI, with Jacksonville, FL. In the fall, snowbirds - northern residents who spent the winter in warmer climates - wound their way through Sparta and continued southward. Spring saw their return. Boarding homes, motels and tourist courts provided lodging. In 1926 the federal highway system was established. The Great Lakes to Florida Trail became US 21.

Alleghany native and U.S. Congressman Bob Doughton had to look no further than Sparta for evidence of American's love affair with the automobile.

The automobile fueled excitement in Congress for various Parkway proposals. Most ambitious was the Eastern Park-to-Park Highway linking the nation's Capitol, Shenandoah National Park, the Great Smoky Mountains, Mammoth Cave, and Lincoln's and Washington's birthplaces. The only portion to gain traction was a link between Shenandoah and the Great Smokies.

In 1934, Virginia representatives suggested two routes for a New Deal project that would become the Blue Ridge Parkway and connect Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the North Carolina-Tennessee border. The northern route bypassed North Carolina, entering Tennessee near Damascus, VA. The southern route followed the Parkway's present path along the Eastern Continental Divide, largely bypassing Tennessee. Tennessee offered a compromise that followed the southern route to Linville, NC, and turned west to connect with the northern route near Unicoi, TN. Nov. 10, 1934, Secretary of State Harold L. Ickes' announcement favored the southern route.

Congressman Bob Doughton chaired the influential Ways and Means Committee (19331947) that managed bills affecting taxes. Many credit him for Social Security's passage in the House, 372 to 33, in April 1935. Descendants say Doughton initially opposed Social Security, but bargained with Roosevelt to support its passage in exchange for assurance the Parkway would pass through his district. History is mute on how much he influenced the scenic byway's route, but ground was first broken on the Parkway, Sept. 11, 1935, at Cumberland Knob in Alleghany County, and Doughton Park, a nearby Blue Ridge Parkway recreation area, is named for him. The preservation of Doughton's home as a historic bed and breakfast inn at Laurel Springs, NC, continues his legacy in welcoming travelers to Alleghany County and North Carolina.

The 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway was all-but completed in 1967. Some 7.5 miles remained around the steep, fragile Grandfather Mountain environment. A bridge or viaduct, suspended along the mountain face, was designed to protect the delicate environment. The Linn Cove Viaduct, at Mile Post 304.6, was completed September 1987.

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SHOPPING

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SHOPPING

Shopping...

• Apparel • Arts & Crafts • Books • Convenience Stores / Gas • Educational Supplies • Electronics & Video • Flooring & Wall Coverings • Florists • Fruits & Vegetables • Furniture & Home Décor • Gifts, Antiques & Collectibles • Groceries & Food Markets • Hardware • Jewelry Stores • Office Supplies & Equipment • Pharmacies • Sporting Goods & Gun Shops • Thrift Stores • Wineries/Wine Making Supplies • Wood Stoves

Apparel Alleghany CARES, Inc 25 Womble St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5959 See our ad on page 33.

Gill's Jeans & Things 42 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336)372-8856 S&L Outdoor Sports Supply 38 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5686 www.Sloutdoors.com See our ad on page 20.

Touch of Grace 38 S Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5551 Arts & Crafts Alleghany Arts & Crafts 36 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1776 See our ad on page 8.

Blue Ridge Gallery of Fine Arts 103 Gallery Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1711 www.BlueRidgeFineArt.com Blue Ridge Wood Crafters 593 Andrews Ridge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-0421 See our ad on page 8.

Craven Handbuilt Porcelain 333 Foxfire Lane Independence, VA 24348 P: (276) 579-2195 www.CravenStudio.com Little River Gallery of Sparta 33A North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3007 See our ad on page 23.

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Mangum Pottery of Turkey Knob 280 Turkey Hollow Ln Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5291 www.MangumPottery.com The Pottery Place of Sparta, LLC 245 Bakers Ridge Road Piney Creek, NC 28663 P: (336) 372-5540 See our ad on page 22.

Studio Redwood 10436 US 21 S. Roaring Gap, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7111 www.StudioRedwood.com Studio Roxie 381 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6544 www.StudioRoxie.com See our ad on page 4.

Quilts by Delta 176 Peterson Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5838

SHOPPING Books Books ‘N Friends 122 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5155 www.nwrl.org See our ad on page 14.

Convenience Stores / Gas Betty's Convenience Store & Deli 235 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4530 See our ad on page 35.

Pro Stop 10806 US Hwy 21 South Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-9000 Station's Inn 14355 NC Hwy. 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2888 www.StationsInn.com Educational Supplies Teachers' Tools & Tea 67 West Whitehead Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1751 Electronics & Video

Radio Shack Alleghany Electronics 665 S. Main St., #2 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3474

Fern Ridge Berry Farm 332 Fern Ridge Lane Galax, VA 24333 P: (276) 236-0002 www.BRPrk.com/BerryFarm

Flooring & Wall Coverings Furniture & Home Décor Custom Wall & Floor Covering 1585 HWY 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4730 Florists Ginny's Place 33-B North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3433 Halsey Drug / The Blossom Shop 55 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5599 Sparta Florist & Gifts 136 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8344 Touch of Grace 38 S Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5551 Fruits & Vegetables

Blue Ridge Farmers Magic Home Entertainment Market, LLC 424 E. Main St. 10436 Hwy 21 S Jefferson, NC 28640 Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-2583 P: (336) 846-5603 See our ad on page 21. www.Magichent.com

Margo's Interior Decorating 115 S. Main St. Galax, VA 24333 P: (276) 238-0058 www.MargosDecor.com Oldies But Goodies Antique Mall & Auction House 50 Wee Care Ave Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 572-2995 The Posh Fox 10927 US HWY 21 S Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-3999 Gifts, Antiques & Collectibles Buxton Abbey Fine Furnishings 24 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7208 www.BuxtonAbbey.com See our ad on page 20.

Oldies But Goodies Antique Mall & Auction House 21 N Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336 572-2995) Imaging Specialists, Inc. 3 North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3002 www.imagingspecialists.com Posh Fox Gift Shop 10927 Highway 21 S Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-3999 Sparta Florist & Gifts 136 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8344

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SHOPPING Gifts, Antiques & Collectibles Tis The Season 14 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 P: (336) 846-9488 See our ad on page 20.

Wild Woodys 14234 HWY 18 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-8432/984-8088 See our ad on page 25.

Groceries & Food Markets Office Supplies & Equipment Blue Ridge Farmers Market Ikon Solutions 10436 Hwy 21 S 2550 West Tyvola Rd. Ste 410 Roaring Gap, NC 28668 Charlotte, NC 28217 P: (336) 363-2583 P: (704) 227-7313 See our ad on page 21.

Quality Business Services Fern Ridge Berry Farm 101 6th St., Suite 15 332 Fern Ridge Lane N Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Galax, VA 24333 P: (336) 838-2957 P: (276) 236-0002 www.brpk.com/berryfarm Professional Networks Food Lion, Inc. 974 E. Stuart Drive 381 S. Main St. Galax, VA 24333 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (276) 236-8226 P: (336) 372-5585 www.pronetsinc.com www.FoodLion.com Pharmacies Lowe's Foods 665 S. Main St. Halsey Drug Sparta, NC 28675 55 S. Main St. P: (336) 372-5691 Sparta, NC 28675 www.LowesFoods.com P: (336) 372-5599 Hardware Sporting Goods & Guns Blevins Building Supply S&L Outdoor Sports 7258 US Hwy 21 S 38 S Main St. Glade Valley, NC 28627 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 363-2216 P: (336) 372-5686 See our ad on page 42. www.Sloutdoors.com See our ad on page 20.

Farmers Hardware 11 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 Thrift Stores P: (336) 372-8990 Alleghany CARES, Inc. Jewelry Stores 25 Womble St. Sparta, NC 28675 Lemons' Jewelry, Inc. P: (336) 372-5959 381 S. Main St. See our ad on page 33.

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Alleghany Memorial Hospital Thrift Store 11372 US Hwy 21 S Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-3194 Wineries/Wine Making Supplies Chateau Laurinda Vineyard & Lodge 690 Reeves Ridge Road Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2562 www.ChateauLaurindaVinyards.com

Grapestompers 102 Thistle Meadow Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2995 (800) 233-1505 www.Grapestompers.com Thistle Meadow Winery 102 Thistle Meadow Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2995 (800) 233-1505 www.ThistleMeadowWinery.com

See our ad on page 8.

Wood Stoves G&B Energy 1070 Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4443 www.GBEnergy.com

Stout's Country Hearth 593 Andrews Ridge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2065 www.HarmanStoves.com See our ad on page 38.

COME STAY WITH US

Come Stay With Us...

• Apartments • Campgrounds • Conference & Retreat Centers • Bed & Breakfast Inns • Motels • Vacation Rental Cabins & Homes

If you are planning an overnight visit to Sparta and Alleghany County, you have a variety of lodging choices. From a turn-ofthe century home that can accommodate a family gathering and woo guests with handmade quilts and antiques, to a modern log structure with rustic furnishings and hot tub to pamper you, there's someplace that suits your needs. A bread & breakfast inn includes a hearty meal to begin the day.

The convenience of one of our motels may be your choice.

To get closer to nature, there are campgrounds that bring you and our great outdoors together.

There are camp-conference facilities that offer special programs for youngsters and adults in the heart of nature's wonder.

Apartments provide accommodations for a longer stay.

There's lodging for almost any pocketbook, and you'll always be greeted with our special brand of mountain hospitality.

Dave Herr photo taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway - see bio on page 4.

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Apartments New Sparta LLC Pine Ridge Apartments 47 Poplar St. #46 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8668 www.Sparta-nc.com/PineRidgeApts

Campgrounds Miller's Campground 973 Miller Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-8156

Rivercamp USA 2221 Kings Creek Rd. Piney Creek, NC 28663 P: (336) 359-2267 (800) 748-3722 www.RiverCamp.net Riverside Canoe & Tube Rental 2966 Garvey Bridge Rd. Crumpler, NC 28617 P: (336) 982-9439 RiversideCanoeing.com

New River Campground & Canoe 6286 US Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8793 www/CanoeingTheNew.com

Stone Mountain State Park 3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 957-8185 www.ncparks.gov

New River State Park 358 US 221 N Access Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 982-2587 www.ncparks.gov

Wild Woody's 14234 Hwy 18 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 987-8008/359-8432 See our ad on page 25.

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Conference & Retreat Centers Camp Cheerio 1430 Camp Cheerio Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2604 (800) 226-7496 www.CampCheerio.org Laurel Ridge Camp & Conference Center 124 Pendry Drive Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-2951 (888) 831-5922 www.LaurelRidge.org Mountain View Lodge & Cabins 164 Mountain View Lodge Glendale Springs, NC P: (336) 207-7677 www.MTNViewLodge.com

Chateau Laurinda Vineyard & Lodge 690 Reeves Ridge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-2562 or 800-650-3236 www.ChateauLaurindaVineyards.com

$80 to $140

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$100 to $155

5

$90

4

Glade Valley Bed & Breakfast 330 Shaw Lane, Glade Valley, NC 28627 336-657-8811 or 800-538-3508 www.GladeValley.com See our ad on page 29.

$110 to $130

4

Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast 1740 Halsey Knob Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-6868 www.HarmonyHillBnB.com

$110 to $160

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Davis-Bourne Inn 119 Journeys End Dr., Independence VA 24348 276-773-9384 www.DavisBourneinn.com Doughton Hall Bed & Breakfast 12668 Hwy 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 (336) 359-2341 or (888) 799-5194 www.DoughtonHall.com

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Alleghany Inn 341 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-2501/ 888-372-2501 www.AlleghanyInn.com See our ad on page 28.

$57 to 64 $89

Doughton Park / Bluffs Lodge & Restaurant 45356 Blue Ridge Parkway, Laurel Springs, NC 336-372-4499 www.Sparta-NC.com/BuffsLodge

$85 to 24 $105

Freeborne’s Eatery & Lodge 14300 Hwy 18 S, (Blue Ridge Mile Post 248) Laurel Springs, NC 336-359-8008 / 336-992-7340 www.Freebornes.com See our ad on page 25.

$75 to 14 $175

Grayson Inn & Suites 155 Rainbow Circle, Independence, VA 24348 276-773-3313 www.Grayson-Inn.com See our ad on page 26.

$61 to 30 $80

Nikolas Restaurant and High Meadows Inn 10486 Hwy 21 S. Roaring Gap, NC 28668 336-363-2221 800-585-6309 www.Nikolas-HighMeadowsInn.com Station's Inn 14355, NC Hwy.18 S (Blue Ridge Mile Post 248) Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-359-2888 www.StationsInn.com

$45 to 35 $99 $60 to 29 $75

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COME STAY WITH US

• All New Televisions • Cable TV: 60+ Channels • Electronic Door Locks • Free Wireless Internet • Microwaves & Refrigerators • Conference Room • Close to The New River, Blue Ridge Pkwy., & Golf Courses • Fairgrounds Nearby • Restaurant on Premises

Proudly using solar power!

Check rates and make reservations online at our secure site www.AlleghanyInn.com

Free use of the Alleghany Wellness Center and Pool 341 N. Main St. • Sparta, NC 28675 • 336.372.2501 • fax: 336.372.4431 Toll Free Reservations: 888.372.2501 28

Alleghany Unique Rentals Mahogany Rock Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-4191 or 888-372-5244 www.Sparta-NC.com/Aur See our ad on page 12.

$60 to $75

3 2-4

Bald Knob Farm House 50 Bald Knob Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-4191 www.Sparta-NC.com/Aur See our ad on page 24.

$75

1

4

Blue Ridge Hideaway 8894 Hwy 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-372-8677 www.Sparta-NC.com/BlueRidgeHideaway

$70

1

2

$165

1

3

$150 to $165

1

1

Blue Ridge Mountain House 764 Bullhead Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (252) 393-2651/ (910) 526-6734 www.Sparta-NC.com/MountainHouse See our ad on page 24.

Cabin at Glade Valley 330 Shaw Lane, Glade Valley, NC 28627 336-657-8811 or 800-538-3508 www.GladeValleyCabin.com See our ad on page 25.

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4

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1

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Fireplace

# Units

Alleghany Riverbend Mountain Cabin 1602 White Pine Dr. Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 852-3140 www.CyberRentals.com

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Cherry Tree Cottage 3943 Walnut Branch Church Rd. Sparta, NC 336-372-2989 www.Sparta-NC.com/CherryTreeCottage The Chestnut House P.O. Box 277 Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-5244 / 888-372-5244 www.Sparta-NC.com/Aur See our ad on page 12.

$75

1

2

$60 to $120

1

4

The Dairy Barn 1103 Mahogany Rock Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-4191 www.Sparta-NC.com/Aur See our ad on page 12.

$60 to $120

2 2-4

Deerwood Park 206 Bear Lodge Dr. NC 28675 336-372-8256 or 866-686-5263 www.DeerwoodPark.com See our ad on page 26.

$115 to 10 2-4 $150

Freeborne’s Eatery & Lodge 14300 Hwy 18 S, (Blue Ridge Mile Post 248) Laurel Springs, NC 336-359-8008 / 336-992-7340 www.Freebornes.com See our ad on page 25.

$75 to $175

3 2-4

Fox Den Mountain Cabin 135 Fox Trail Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-6719 www.Sparta-NC.com/FoxDen

$150

1

2

Fox Ridge Cabin 85 Fox Trail Sparta, NC 28675 (336)-372-6719 www.FoxRidgeCabin.com

$80 to $100

1

2

Granny's Old House 1827 Macedonia Church Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-4018 www.Sparta-NC.com/GrannysOldHouse

$60

1

2

The Homeplace at Piney Creek 353 Piney Creek School Rd. Piney Creek, NC 28663 (336) 359-2900 /(336) 657-0354 See our ad on page 12.

$100 to $120

1

3

Laurel Ridge Camp, Conference & Retreat 124 Pendry Drive Laurel Springs, NC 28644 (336) 359-2951 / (888) 831-5922 www.LaurelRidge.org

$95 to $110

1

2

Longview Cabin Rental 231 Legra Rd. Piney Creek, NC 28663 704-506-0050 www.Sparta-NC.com/LongView

$125 to $140

1

3

The Mahogany Rock Roost 1137 Mahogany Rock Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-4191 or 888-372-5244 www.Sparta-NC.com/Aur See our ad on page 12.

$75

1

4

Meadowfork Farm Rental Cabin 759 Meadowfork Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-372-4235 www.Sparta-NC.com/Meadowfork

$90

1

3

30

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2

Jacuzzi/Hot Tub

3

Fireplace

$125 to $150

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Cabins On Laurel Creek 1 mile off Blue Ridge Pkwy. Laurel Springs, NC 336-207-7677 www.CabinsOnLaurelCreek.com

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$79 to 15 1-5 $137

Mountain Valley Condos 625 S. Asbury Dr. Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 336-372-9192 Sparta-NC.com/MountainValleyCondos

$85 to $95

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Mountain View Lodge & Cabins 164 Mountain View Lodge Dr. Glendale Springs 336-207-7677 www.MtnViewLodge.com

$135 to $195

9 2-6

Olde Beau Golf Club Villas Olde Beau Bvd. Roaring Gap, NC 28668 336-363-3333 or 800-752-1634 www.OldeBeau.com See our ad on page 8.

$189 to 12 2-4 $265

The Ole House 889 Foggy Mountain Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 336-363-2827 or 910-579-7670 www.Sparta-NC.com/TheOleHouse

Varies

1

4

Papa Goats Tree Farm & Rental Cabin 687 Three Creeks Ln Sparta, NC 28675 P: 336-372-3055 / 704-827-1261

$85

1

1

The Place on the Blue Ridge Parkway Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-869-3145 www.ThePlaceOnTheBlueRidgeParkway.com

$150 to $175

1

3

Serenity Plus 3647 US Hwy 21 South, Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-1622 or 800-513-1622 www.MtnDreamsRealty.com See our ad on page 27.

$100

1

1

Sparrowhawk Cottage 651 Macedonia Church Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 336-413-8216 www.SparrowhawkCottage.com

Varies

1

3

Sweet Water Vacation Rentals 2983 U.S. Hwy 221 Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-7432 www.SweetWaterVacation.com

$95 to $110

2

3-4

Tranquility Unlimited 87 Pine River Lane Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-8260 www.Sparta-NC.com/Tranquility See our ad on page 27.

$135

1

2

Uncle Stacy's Cabin Laurel Springs, NC 28644 770-978-7261 www.UncleStacysCabin.com See our ad on page 27.

$125

1

2

United Country Foxfire Realty 2760 US 21 South Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-5773 or 800-524-9041 www.Sparta-NC-Real-Estate.com See our ad on page 54.

$100 to $125

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Mountain Dreams Realty 3647 US Hwy 21 South Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-1622 or 800-513-1622 www.MtnDreamsRealty.com See our ad on page 2.

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Miles Vacation Rentals 565 South Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-5646 or 800-553-2322 www.MilesNC.com

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MAP OF ALLEGHANY COUNTY

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DINING & CATERING

Dining & Catering...

Does the smell of just-made breakfast biscuits coming out of the oven get your mouth watering? Our cooks know biscuits.

• Catering • Delis • Restaurants

Do you linger over coffee, as energized by its smell as much as its taste?

At noon, do you prefer the home-cooked goodness of a blue-plate lunch on a redchecked tablecloth? Or are you more a crisp salad and steaming cup of soup kind of a person? Is a club sandwich on crisp toast more your fare?

When someone says barbecue, do you prefer eastern style or Lexington? Can you tell by the smell if it is just sweet and tangy enough to suit your tastes?

Seafood? Shrimp, fried with a such a delicate batter they are best described as morsels? Or broiled and lightly seasoned? Or a platter with samples from the river and sea?

Catering Ginny's Place 33-B North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3433 Delis Betty's Convenience Store & Deli 235 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4530 See our ad on page 35.

Pro Stop 10806 US Hwy 21 South Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-9000

And hushpuppies. Oh the hushpuppies.

Can you say chicken enchilada without licking your lips? If it's not a steaming rare steak, is it not a real meal?

Buckaroo's Grill 9431 Hwy 93 Piney Creek, NC 28663 P: (336) 359-2825 Burger King 477 South Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7440 Country Cupboard Cafe 12789 Hwy 18 Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-3566 The Country Kitchen 527 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4244

Restaurants Brown's Family Restaurant 115 Jones St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3400 See our ad on page 35.

Davis-Bourne Inn 199 Journey's End Independence, VA 24348 P: (276) 773-9384 www.DavisBourneInn.com 34

Are you hungry yet?

Doughton Park / Bluffs Lodge & Restaurant 45356 Blue Ridge Parkway Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 372-4499

www.Sparta-NC.com/BluffsLodge

Freeborne’s Eatery & Lodge 14300 Hwy 18 S Blue Ridge Mile Post 248 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 359-8008 www.Freebornes.com See our ad on page 25.

J.B.'s Pizza and Subs 371 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2508 Sparta-NC.com/JBs KFC/Taco Bell 854 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28655 P: (336) 372-2788

DINING & CATERING

Restaurants Mis Arados 403 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1414 Mountain Surf Seafood Restaurant 12789 NC Hwy 18 N Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8391 Mustard Seed CafĂŠ 38 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336)372-7444 See our ad on page 35.

Nikola's Restaurant & High Meadows Inn 10486 US Hwy 21 S Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-6060

Old Mill Tavern 114 East Main St. Forest City, NC 28043 P: (828) 245-8110

www.OldMillTavernfc.com

Subway 583 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4700 www.Subway.com

The Pines Restaurant 50 Wee Care Avenue Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4148

The Pizzeria 665 S Main St. Suite 125 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8885

Silver Dollar Music Park 214 Glade Valley Church Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 372-6894

The Ship's Wheel 577 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4900

www.SilverDollarMusicPark.com

Sparta Restaurant 41 N Main Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4447

Stations Inn Restaurant & Country Store 14355 NC Hwy 18 S Blue Ridge Mile Post 248 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 www.Nikolas-HighMeadowsInn.com (336) 359-2888 www.StationsInn.com 35

Wild Woody's Jungle Grill 14234 Hwy 18 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 P: (336) 987-8008 (336) 359-8432 See our ad on page 25.

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Real Estate & Construction...

So many visitors to Sparta and Alleghany County end up staying for a lifetime. Some come to escape summer heat. Others seek simpler living. All are attracted to the area's natural beauty.

Real estate professionals & builders will assist you in relocating.

Whether you seek a condominium or gated community; a small farm or a home along the fairway of a mountain golf course; a mountaintop development or a creek-side cottage; there is something to suit almost anyone.

• Appraisers & Home Inspection • Building Supplies • Cabinetry & Woodworking • Concrete • Construction, General Contractors & Renovations • Electricians & Plumbers • Excavation • Guttering • Heating & Air Conditioning • Home & Condo Developers • Manufactured Housing • Nurseries, Landscaping & Fencing • Painting Interior/Exterior • Portable Toilets • Real Estate Agencies & Auctioneers • Renewable Energy • Well Drilling • Windows • Wood Stoves

Photo taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway by Karen Bopp - see bio on page 4.

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REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION Appraisers & Home Inspection Dixon Auction & Realty 27 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336)372-8642 High & Low Country Inspections P O Box 8 Crumpler, NC 28617 P: (336) 385-0913 Building Supplies Blevins Building Supply 7258 US Hwy. 21 South Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2216 See our ad on page 42.

TruLine Truss, Inc. 3225 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2226 wwwTrulineTruss.com See our ad on page 41.

Cabinetry & Woodworking Horton's Cabinets 4222 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1818 See our ad on page 38.

White Dove Woodworks 1438 Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6485

www.WhiteDoveWoodWorks.com

Concrete Chandler Concrete 23 Birch Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4348 Construction, General Contractors & Renovations Andrews Construction Riverside Log Homes Stoneridge Estates 1028 HWY 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5560

www.RiversideLogHomes.net

See our ad on page 42.

Better View Renovations 426 Rockhouse Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4545 See our ad on page 36.

Caldwell Construction Co. 10886 HWY 21S Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-2693

Roupe Bro's Electric Co. 146 Moxley Hollow Rd. Sparta NC, 28675 P: (336) 372-4840 C: (336) 200-1249

www.naturalenvironments-nc.com

See our ad on page 38.

Stanley Smith Plumbing 990 Mahogany Rock Rd. www.JamesCaldwellConstruction.com Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8035/657-7177 Country Comfort Homes See our ad on page 38.

42 New River Drive Excavation Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1501 www.CountryComfortHomes.com S.D. Wyatt Excavating 1925 Mahogany Rock Rd. See our ad on page 36.

Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2771 Davis Construction Co. P O Box 1207 Flooring& Wall Covering Sparta, NC 28675 (See Shopping: page 22) P: (336) 372-5294 Garbage, Debris Dittrich Construction & & Waste Disposal (See Properties Services Directory page 51) 203 Fox Run Lane Sparta, NC 28675 Guttering P: (336) 372-1555 E & H Construction & E & H Construction & Seamless Guttering Seamless Guttering 271 Tedder Road 271 Tedder Road Sparta, NC 28675 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2188 P: (336) 372-2188 McCall's Construction & J.E. Woodie & Sons Seamless Guttering 1640 Hwy 21 N 165 Maple St. Sparta, NC 28675 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4974 P: (336) 372-1793 / 4984 See our ad on page 43.

See our ad on page 42.

McCall's Construction & Seamless Guttering 165 Maple St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1793 / 4984 See our ad on page 42.

Shaw Brothers Construction 811 Shawtown Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 657-8395 www.ShawBrothersinc.com

Heating & Air Conditioning B&B Heating & Electrical P O Box 987 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-0352 Carolina Heating & Air 10886 Hwy 21 S Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-3000

Roupe Bro's Electric Co. 146 Moxley Hollow Rd.Sparta NC, 28675 Carolina Electrical Services P: (336) 372-4840 PO Box 113 C: (336) 200-1249 Roaring Gap, NC 28668 www.naturalenvironments-nc.com P: (336) 363-2160 See our ad on page 42.

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Home & Condo Developers Andrews Construction Riverside Log Homes Stoneridge Estates 1028 Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5560 www.RiversideLogHomes.net

See our ad on page 42.

Catalyst Development 118 Eastern Air Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4781 Cave Rock Estates 4680 SW Hwy 21S Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (305) 525-4601 www.CaveRockEstates.com See our ad on pages 6 & 7.

Deerwood Park 206 Bear Lodge Dr. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8256 www.DeerwoodPark.com See our ad on page 26.

Legra Land Investors 525 East 9th St. Hialeah, FL 33010 P: (305) 887-8249 888-44-LEGRA www.Legra-Land.com See our ad on the back cover.

Blue Ridge Pumping 425 Rash Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-1155

Ridgeway Manor Condominiums 2401 US Hwy 21S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (800) 470-8949 (336) 372-7475 www.RidgewayManor.com

Boyer Realty & Auction 1246 Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8888

Manufactured Housing Sparta Home Center 1584 US Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7488 (800) 785-8650

www.SpartaHomeCenter.com

See our ad on page 40.

Nurseries, Landscaping & Fencing Improvements Unlimited 128 Doodlebug Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-7796

Glade Valley LLC 18B Glade Valley Church Rd. Glade Valley, NC 28627 Scott's Landscaping P: (336) 200-0064 & Rent-All www.condos-nc.com 565 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1626 Highland Springs (800) 553-2322 215B Highland Springs Rd. See our ad on page 32.

Thurmond, NC 28683 P: (336) 372-4967 Painting Interior/Exterior www.Highlandsprings-nc.com David Richards Painting 590 Blevins Hollow Road Piney Creek, NC 28663 P: (336) 359-8818 41

Portable Toilets

Real Estate Agencies & Auctioneers

www.BoyerRealtyandAuction.com

See our ad on page 43.

Chris Jones, Realtor P O Box 219 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 657-1720 F: (336) 246-4516

Dixon Auction & Realty 27 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8642 Miles Realty 565 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5646 (800) 553-2322 www.MilesNC.com Mountain Dreams Realty 3647 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1622 (800) 513-1622 www.MTNDreamsRealty.com

See our ad on page 2.

River Mountain Realty 1640 US Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4445 www.RMRealtyNC.com See our ad on page 40.

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REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION Real Estate Agencies & Auctioneers Roaring Gap Realty 10806 US Hwy 21 South Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363.9999

www.RoaringGapRealty.com

Scenic Realty & Auction 10888 US Hwy 21 Roaring Gap, NC 28668 P: (336) 363-1111 www.ScenicRealty.com United Country Foxfire Realty 2760 HWY 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5773

www.Sparta-NC-Real-Estate.com

See our ad on page 54.

Renewable Energy

Natural Environments 146 Moxley Hollow Rd. Sparta NC, 28675 P: (336) 372-4840 / 200-1249

Well Drilling Sharp's Well Drilling 17 Rivers Edge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8644 See our ad on page 43.

Windows Better View Renovations 426 Rockhouse Lane Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4545 See our ad on page 36.

Window World Foothills 1401 2nd Street N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659 P: (336) 838-9393 See our ad on page 43.

Wood Stoves

G&B Energy 1070 Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 www.naturalenvironments-nc.com P: (336) 372-4443 See our ad on page 38. www.GBEnergy.com

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Stout's Country Hearth 593 Andrews Ridge Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2065 www.HarmanStoves.com See our ad on page 38.

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Service Directory...

These professionals are ready to assist you with your business needs.

• Accounting, Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation • Advertising, Media & Marketing • Attorneys • Audio/Video Production • Automotive Parts & Service • Banks & Financial Services • Beauty Salons & Related Services • Business Consultation & Counseling Services • Child Care • Cleaning Services & Property Care • Computer & Technology Services • Employment Services • Equipment Rental • Event Planning & Limo Service • Funeral Homes

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• Garbage / Waste Disposal • Graphic Design • Health, Medical & Fitness • Heating Oil / Propane • Insurance • Motorcycle & Small Engine Repair • Nursing Homes & Residential Care • Pest Control • Pet Care • Photography & Framing • Printing • Screen Printing & Embroidery • Tanning • Transportation • Utilities • Web Development

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Accountants, Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation

Attorneys

H & R Block 323 N Main St Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4197 www.HRBlock.com

Adams & Ivy, PLLC 58 S Grayson Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5519 www.AdamsIvey.com See our ad on page 50.

Issac Forester, CPA 4 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1676 See our ad on page 48.

Dan R. Murray, Attorney at Law 19 S. Grayson St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5681

Advertising Media & Marketing

Donna Shumate, Attorney At Law 83 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8922

Alleghany News 20 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8999 www.AlleghanyNews.com Goosedown Graphics, Inc. 2125 Eastchester Dr., Ste 105 High Point, NC 27265 P: (336) 883-0234 www.Goosedown.com

Heather R. Klein, Attorney at Law 451 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7799 Reeves Law Firm, PLLC 112 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8740

Mountain Endeavors PO Box 435 Glade Valley, 28627-28675 Automotive Parts P: (336) 372-2433 & Services www.MountainEndeavors.com B&T Tire & Auto Presnell's Printing & 1035 N. Main St. Photography Sparta, NC 28675 1397 US Hwy 21 S P: (336) 372-5411 Sparta, NC 28675 See our ad on page 49.

P: (336) 372-5989 www.Sparta-nc.com/presnells CARQUEST of Alleghany 256 N Main St. Power Link Sparta, NC 28675 Communications P: (336) 372-5545 P O Box 73 See our ad on page 32.

Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8043 www.Powerlinkcommunications.com City Body Shop 32 Jones St. Sparta, NC 28675 The Declaration P: (336) 372-4833 PO Box 70 See our ad on page 49.

Independence, VA 24348 P: (276) 773-2222

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Banks & Financial Services Alpha Finance Company 38 East Cheek St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4777 BB&T Bank 173 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4326 www.BBT.com Carolina Farm Credit 282 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8587

www.CarolinaFarmCredit.com

Fifth Third Bank 406 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5631 www.53.com First Citizens Bank & Trust 621 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5651 First Community Bank 57 N. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2265 www.FCBresource.com See our ad on page 48.

Grayson National Bank 98 S. Grayson St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2811

www.GraysonNationalBank.com

See our ad on page 45.

Life Store Banking & Insurance 381 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7990 www.golifestore.com See our ad on page 44.

State Employees' Credit Union 381 South Main St Ste 103 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7815 (888) 732-8562 www.NCsecu.org

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Beauty Salons & Related Services

Child Care

Employment Services

Hair Gallery 21 1284 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6464

Alleghany Partnership for Children 994 N Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2846 www.AlleghanyKids.com

Alleghany Job Link 115 Atwood St., Ste C Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-9675

Skintastic 1284 Hwy 21 South Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6464

BROC Headstart 1747 US Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7284

Scott's Landscaping & Rent-All 565 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1626 (800) 553-2322 See our ad on page 32.

Business Consultation & Counseling Services Blue Ridge Business Development Center 115 Atwood Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1525 www.BlueRidgebdc.org Dialogue Matters 563 Rector Rd. Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-3032 See our ad on page 50.

H & R Block 323 N Main St Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4197 www.HRBlock.com High Country Workforce Development Board 719-A Greenway Rd Boone, NC 28607 P: (828) 773-1373 www.HighCountrywdb.com

Camp Cheerio 1430 Camp Cheerio Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2604 (800) 226-7496 www.CampCheerio.org Cleaning Services & Property Care Stewarts' Rental Cleaning 124 Old Greene Road Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-3535 Computer & Technology Services Blue Ridge Business Development Center 115 Atwood Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1525 www.BlueRidgebdc.org Conference Centers (See Come Stay With Us page 24.)

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Equipment Rental

Event Planning & Limo Service Innovative Occasions 219 Cherry Lane Rd Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2560 www.mtnwedding.com Funeral Homes Grandview Memorial Funeral Home 789 Grandview Dr. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5621 www.GrandviewFuneralHome.com

Garbage/Waste Disposal Alleghany Garbage Service 196 Atwood St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4413

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Garbage/Waste Disposal Blue Ridge Pumping 425 Rash Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-1155 Graphic Design Blue Ridge Graphics 709 Ballard's Private Drive Blountsville, TN 37617 P: (423) 323-4303 www.BlueRidgeGraphics.com

Donihe Graphics, Inc. 766 Brookside Dr. Kingsport, TN 37660 P: (423) 246-2800 www.donihe.com Imaging Specialists Inc. 3 North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3002 www.ImagingSpecialists.net Mountain Endeavors P O Box 435 Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 372-2433

www.mountainendeavors.com

Power Link Communications P O Box 73 Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8043 www.Powerlinkcommunications.com

Professional Networks 974 E. Stuart Dr. Galax, VA 24333 P: (276) 236-8226 www.pronetsweb.com

Alleghany Children's Dental Center 665 S Main St. Suite 202 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7228 Alleghany Eye Clinic 665 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2253 See our ad on page 44.

Alleghany Family Practice 214 Doctors St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5606 Alleghany Memorial Hospital 233 Doctors St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5511 www.AmhSparta.org Alleghany Pregnancy Care Center 85 Hospital Road Sparta, NC 28675 Ph: (336) 372-7844 www.Alleghanypcc.org Alleghany Wellness Center 508 Collins Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2944

www.AlleghanyWellnessCenter.com

See our ad on page 14.

Ashley Weekes Family Dentistry 507 North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336)372-3434 www.SpartaSmiles.com Center for Family Wellness 325 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1666/760-9355

Generations Home Health Agency 665 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1755 www.Generationshha.com See our ad on page 48.

High Country Home Health and Hospice 400 Shadowline Dr., Ste 100 B Boone, NC 28607 P: (336) 372-8018 Internal Medicine of Alleghany, PLLC 248 Doctors St., Suite A Sparta, NC 28675 P: (335) 372-2481 Living Water's Home Care 623 Hendrix Rd Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5978 New River Behavioral Healthcare 1650 NC Hwy 18 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4095 www.NewRiver.org Rebecca Todd, Massage Therapist 325 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 200-2213 See our ad on page 50.

Heating Oil / Propane

G&B Energy 1070 Hwy 21 N Sparta, NC 28675 Health, Medical & Fitness www.CenterForFamilyWellness.com P: (336) 372-4443 www.GBEnergy.com See our ad on page 33.

Alleghany Chiropractic Heating Oil / Propane Dr. Keith Oliver Center 18 S. Grayson St. 771 S Main St. Home Town Oil & LP Gas Sparta, NC 28675 Sparta, NC 28675 1154 NC Hwy 18 S P: (336) 372-4493 P: (336) 372-2005 Sparta, NC 28675 See our ad on page 50.

G. Terry Johnson, DDS, PA P: (336) 372-1610 146 Doctors St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8299 See our ad on page 44.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Insurance BB&T Bank 173 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4326 www.BBT.com The Brady Insurance Agency, LLC 484 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8717 C S Forester Benefits Group 291 10th St. N Wilkesboro, NC 28659 P: (336) 838-1670 First Choice Insurance Services 349 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8858/6950 Life Store Banking & Insurance 381 S. Main St Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7990 www.golifestore.com See our ad on page 44.

Alleghany County Group Homes, Inc. 133 Health Services Rd. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5671 Rose Glen Village 407 West Main Street Wilkesboro, NC 28697 P: (336) 667-2952

www.RoseGlenWilkesboro.com

The Villages of Ashe Assisted Living, Inc 151 Village Park Drive West Jefferson, NC 28694 P: (336) 846-1008 www.RidgeCare.com See our ad on page 52.

Newspapers (See Advertising & Marketing page 47) Pest Control Quality Control 316 C St. N Wilkesboro, NC 28659 P: (336) 667-9607

Parkway Custom Insurance Associates Inc 13306 US HWY 221 S Fleetwood, NC 28626 P: (336) 877-2614

www.ParkwayCustomInsurance.com

See our ad on page 48.

Motorcycle & Small Engine Repair

Sparta Motorcycle & Small Engine Repair 77 Duncan St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2223 Nursing Homes & Residential Care Alleghany Care & Rehabilitation 179 Combs Street Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2441 www.Sparta-NC.com/ACR

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Pet Care Save A Pet Foundation PO Box 44 Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 363-9187 www.Alleghany.petfinder.com Dogs By Debbie, Groomer The Gentle Farm 2418 Grandview Dr Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-2039 Photography & Framing Flashback Studio 515 Osborne Call Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 200-2564 Power Link Communications P O Box 73 Ennice, NC 28623 P: (336) 657-8043

www.Powerlinkcommunications.com

SERVICE DIRECTORY Photography & Framing

Tanning

Presnell's Printing & Photography 1397 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5989 www.Sparta-nc.com/presnells

Hair Gallery 21 1284 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6464

Studio Redwood 10436 US 21 S. Roaring Gap, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-7111 www.StudioRedwood.com Studio Roxie 381 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6544 www.StudioRoxie.com See our ad on page 4.

Portable Toilets (See Real Estate & Construction page 41) Printing

Donihe Graphics, Inc. 766 Brookside Dr. Kingsport, TN 37660 P: (423) 246-2800 www.donihe.com Interstate Graphics 3208 Hanover Rd. Johnson City, TN 37604 P: (423) 282-1511 www.IGI4color.com See our ad on page 46.

Minors Printing 1208A Industrial Park Road Wilkesboro, NC 28697 P: (336) 818.0950 www.MinorsPrinting.com Precision Printing 1302 Blowing Rock Rd. Boone, NC 28607 P: (828) 265-0004

Studio Roxie 381 S. Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-6544 www.StudioRoxie.com See our ad on page 4.

Transportation Alleghany In Motion 90 S Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-8747 www.AlleghanyCountyNC.gov/AIM See our ad on page 53.

Innovative Occasions 219 Cherry Lane Rd Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 363-2560 Utilities Alleghany Cablevision, Inc 15 N Main St. Suite B Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5801 Blue Ridge Electric Membership Co 1889 US Hwy. 21 South Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4646 ext. 4419 www.BlueRidgeEMC.com See our ad on page 46.

Carolina West Wireless 1307 Curtis Bridge Rd. Wilkesboro, NC 28697 P: (336) 973-5000 www.CarolinaWest.com

www.PrecisionPrintingGroup.com

Presnell's Printing & Photography 1397 US Hwy 21 S Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-5989 www.Sparta-nc.com/presnells Screen Printing & Embroidery Mountain Endeavors P O Box 435 Glade Valley, NC 28627 P: (336) 372-2433 www.MountainEndeavors.com

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Skyline Telephone Membership Corp.

199 Grayson St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-1350 www.Skyline.org See our ad on page 46.

Web Development Blue Ridge Graphics 709 Ballard's Private Drive Blountsville, TN 37617 P: (423) 323-4303

www.BlueRidgeGraphics.com

Goosedown Graphics 2125 Eastchester Dr Ste 105 High Point, NC 27265 P: (336) 883-0234 www.Goosedown.com Imaging Specialists, Inc. 3 North Main St. Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-3002 www.imagingspecialists.net The Peabody Agency 4689 NC Hwy 18N Sparta, NC 28675 P: (336) 372-4060

www.ThePeabodyAgency.com

Professional Networks 974 E. Stuart Dr. Galax, VA 24333 P: (276) 236-8226 www.pronetsweb.com

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The White House

This is our guesthouse that is over 100 years old.

DID YOU KNOW? All roads in our developments begin with a name that has special meaning.

HAPPY because our buyers consist of the happiest families.

LUCKY because our buyers are lucky to live in such a beautiful place.

Finally, in order to HONOR the ladies, all the roads in Two River Country begin with WOMEN names.

Whether you want to buy a beautiful home in the Mountains or purchase a river view lot for a future home, you won't find anything better than Legra's Developments. In these developments, you will find tranquility, fresh mountain air, a place where you can enjoy spring, summer, fall and winter and like Mr. Legra always says “You can almost TOUCH heaven with your HANDS”.

Heavenly Hills Chapel

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Heavenly Hills Chapel was built for the benefit of our clients and friends to give GOD thanks for our MANY BLESSINGS.

Legra Land Investors, Inc. 525 East 9th St. Hialeah, FL 33010 P: (305) 887-8249 / 888-44-LEGRA F: (305) 882-5713

www.Legra-Land.com

Real Estate Brokers are Welcome!