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Sep222022 by Scott PelkeyNo Comments

Date Set For 13th Annual Armed Services Blood Drive

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ASHEBORO N.C. - On October 5th, 2022, Randolph County Government will be sponsoring its 13th annual armed Services Blood Drive to support the military. The blood drive will be held from 11:00 am through 6:00 pm at the National Guard Armory located at 1430 S. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, NC. Blood donated directly to the Armed Services Blood Program equates to fewer units the military has to purchase from an outside source. Yes, “purchase.” Other sources of blood are sold to agencies that need the supply, including to the military. Donations will support deployed military, Womack Army Medical Center, and other military treatmentfacilities within the Department of Defense. The Fort Bragg Blood Donor Center is one of more than 20Armed Services Blood Program blood donor centers ...

Aug162022 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Friday Night Bluegrass presents “Never Too Late”

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ASHEBORO N.C. - This month's Friday Night Bluegrass will be taking place later this week on Friday, August 19th with the return of Never Too Late. Tickets for this performance are $8.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door. There will be no will call available. Advance tickets are available at the Asheboro Cultural & Recreation Services office located across the street from the Theatre at 241 Sunset Avenue. For more information please call the Cultural & Recreation Services office at (336) 626-1240. Concert begins at 7:00pm. The Sunset Theatre, located at 234 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. Friday Night Bluegrass “Never Too Late Bluegrass Band” August 19 @ 7:00 PM | $10 VIEW EVENT DETAILS

Aug42022 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Save the date for Asheboro Field of Honor, November 11-13

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Field of Honor Asheboro (Scott Pelkey / Acme News Archive) ASHEBORO N.C. (ARCOC) – The Asheboro Rotary Club and the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce are joining together again to present the Field of Honor during Veteran’s Day weekend this year. From Friday, November 11, through Sunday, November 13, the baseball field at South Asheboro Middle School will be transformed into the Field of Honor with U.S. flags posted in perfect rows and columns in tribute of heroes. The public will be able to sponsor flags in recognition of their heroes, including veterans, active-duty service men and women, first responders, and any personal heroes. More information about buying flags, the opening and closing ceremonies, and sponsorships will be provided in the coming weeks.

Jul152022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Franklinville Looking For Candy, Trunks, & Food Trucks for 2022 Trunk-or-Treat

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ASHEBORO N.C. - The town of Franklinville has a date set for this years trunk-or-treat and they are asking for help from the community securing, the trunks, candy, and food trucks. In a post on Facebook on July 14th 2022, the town announced that the 2022 Trunk or Treat will be held at Riverside Park on Monday, October 31st from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Officials are asking for help from the community, "We need as many trunks/candy as possible. Please bring your ”trunk” and help us give out candy! Just let us know if you will participate." said the post. Also on the list, Food Trucks; "help us let those with a food truck know that we need them to join us on Halloween night!". Anyone with a food truck that is interested should contact Franklinville town hall to sign up. If you don'...

Jul12022 by Scott PelkeyNo Comments

Fourth of July Events – Where To See Fireworks!

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ASHEBORO N.C. - The 4th of July landed on a Monday this year, meaning get ready for a three day weekend. If you are looking for fireworks or just something to do with all your time off here is a list of events in Randolph County. Know of an event we missed? Let us know by emailing events@randolphnewsnow.com Fireworks and Food Trucks July 4 @ 6:00 PM (FREE) - Food Trucks and music by Walden Sound Systems will begin at 6 pm for those who want to come grab some treats and enjoy great music before the fireworks show after dusk. View Event Details ZooKeepers at McCrary Park July 4 @ 7:00 PM - Join the newly named Asheboro ZooKeepers for a fireworks display following their game - celebrate the USA at McCrary Ballpark. View Event ...

Jun42022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Enjoy Summer Adventures with $5 Kids Fare on NC By Train

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N.C. DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION PRESS RELEASE Stock Photo (encierro/Adobe Stock) RALEIGH N.C. (NCDOT) – Families looking for fun summer adventures can enjoy one $5 kids fare special to travel the rails on NC By Train. From today through Aug. 31, customers can book travel at NCByTrain.org and take advantage of the one-way $5 fare for one child age 2-12 with the purchase of a regularly priced adult ticket. Terms and conditions apply. Passengers can stop in any of the North Carolina cities below when traveling NC By Train:• Charlotte• Kannapolis• Salisbury• High Point• Greensboro• Burlington• Durham• Cary• Raleigh•...

Jun42022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Doubles Shuffleboard League for Seniors

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CITY OF ASHEBORO PRESS RELEASE driftwood / Adobe Stock ASHEBORO N.C. - Asheboro Cultural & Recreation Services is proud to announce that we will be offering a Shuffleboard Doubles League for adult’s ages 50 or better this summer. Not completely sure how to play or keep score – don’t worry. We will go over all the rules and provide all of the needed equipment. The local league is available for men and women with the only restriction being that all participants need to be 50 years old or greater. Partners can be comprised of two males, two females or one male and one female. This league will take place on Tuesday mornings during the months of July and August. There will be a set schedule of games and times culminating with a tournament at the end of the season to determine the ...

Jun22022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Asheboro Youth Golf Lessons & Junior Amateur Golf Tournament

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Stock photo - Jne Valokuvaus/Adobe Stock ASHEBORO N.C. – The Asheboro Municipal Golf Course has announced that registration has now open for its annual youth golf lessons as well as the date for it's upcoming Junior Amateur Golf Tournament. Youth Golf Lessons The lessons are open to any youth golfer between 6 and 14 years of age. Participants will be able to choose between two sessions. Session one will be held June 16th, 22nd and 23rd Session two will take place on July 12th, 19th and 21st. Lessons are offered from 8:00am - 9:30am each day. The cost for each session is $15 for city residents with a current Rec-Card or $20 for non-residents. All participants need to pre-register at the Asheboro Cultural & Recreation Services office, located at 241 Sunset Avenue in d...

Apr152022 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

“Rock’n the Park” New Addition To Asheboro Summer Concert Series This Year

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ASHEBORO N.C. - The Asheboro Summer Concert Series is back again this year with even more dates and bands after event planners add Rock'n the Park Friday concerts to the mix. Announced on Facebook, the post from the city of Asheboro included the dates and bands for the usual Sunday night concerts as well as 4 new Friday night concerts called Rock'n the Park. Thanks to the generosity and support of numerous sponsors, including the Center Stage Sponsor, Amick's Superstore, and Major Sponsors Asheboro Kubota and Grinz Orthodontics North Carolina, the 2022 Edition of the Summer Concert Series is back, along with the inaugural Rock'n the Park Friday Nights, a separate series of four Friday evening concerts.City of Asheboro Facebook Post The City's Summer Concert Series is set to ...

Mar262022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Veterinarians and Randolph Public Health Sponsoring Rabies Clinic

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ASHEBORO N.C. (RCPH) - Local participating Randolph County Veterinarians and the Randolph County Public Health are sponsoring a special Quarterly Rabies Clinic. Rabies vaccinations will be available for your pets on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. The clinic will be held during regular business hours at the offices of the participating veterinarians. The cost is only $10.00 per dog or cat. The best way to protect your pet and family is to have your pet vaccinated. Puppies and kittens should receive their first rabies shot at 4 months, the second at 16 months, and then every three years thereafter. Please bring your pet’s certificate of previous vaccinations so your veterinarian can update this record. If you have any questions about the Rabies Clinic, pleas...