Jeffery Jaynes News Today

From the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic through a full year to triumphs and tragedies striking close to home, the following were some of the most discussed and impactful news

NEWLAND — The Board of Education discussed details regarding the end of the school year, as well as received the latest update on the progress of the Avery High School construction project during its Monday, May 17, meeting at Avery Central Offices. For the first time in more than a year, the board welcomed back principals and directors to attend its monthly meeting in person. After the approval of the evening’s minutes, Superintendent Dr. Dan Brigman updated those in attendance on im...

NEWLAND — The Avery County Board of Education received updates on student test scores during its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 9. The scores revealed that Avery students, like other students regionally and statewide, have struggled this past semester to varying degrees as a result of the challenging times. Superintendent Dr. Dan Brigman started off the evening by reflecting on the events and changes that took place a year ago during his superintendent’s report. “This week is ...

NEWLAND — Avery County School students in grades K-9 returned to in-class learning five days a week on Monday, Feb. 15, after the Board of Education voted to approve the

View the Avery Journal for Wednesday, January20, 2021