Hugh Chatham Health earns top CMS rating for hospital cleanliness
Hugh Chatham Health in Elkin, North Carolina, has been awarded a 5-star rating for cleanliness by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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Hugh Chatham Health receives recognition as 2025 Wellbeing First Champion
Hugh Chatham Health has been named a Wellbeing First Champion for 2025 by ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare.
Northern Regional Hospital appoints Joy Gilman as chief nursing officer
Joy Gilman has been appointed as the new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at Northern Regional Hospital.
Northern Regional Hospital recognizes six graduates from 2025 Lumsden Leadership Academy
Six employees have completed the 2025 Chris A. Lumsden Leadership Academy at Northern Regional Hospital in Mount Airy, North Carolina.
Northern Wellness and Fitness Center changes ownership; reopens as ProHealth24
Northern Wellness and Fitness Center in Mount Airy, North Carolina, will change ownership on October 1, 2025.
North Carolina Rep. Eddins cell phone-free education policy bill passes both chambers of North Carolina General Assembly
State Rep. Blair Eddins sponsored a bill mandating cell phone-free education policies that passed both the North Carolina House and Senate.
Which ex-Yadkin Valley area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Sept. 8?
During the week beginning Monday, Sept. 8, these former Yadkin Valley area high school athletes will be in action.
Who are the former Yadkin Valley high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Sept. 1?
The upcoming week starting Monday, Sept. 1 will feature these former Yadkin Valley area high school athletes.
Which ex-high school athletes from Yadkin Valley area will compete in the week of Monday, Aug. 25?
The week beginning Monday, Aug. 25 will showcase these former Yadkin Valley area high school standouts.
Which former high school stars from Yadkin Valley area will be in action for the week of Monday, Aug. 18?
The upcoming week starting Monday, Aug. 18 will feature this former Yadkin Valley area high school athlete.
Hugh Chatham Health receives national award for excellence in stroke care
Hugh Chatham Health has been recognized with the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award.
Northern Regional Hospital hosts summer junior volunteer program for local teens
High school students from Surry County and surrounding areas are participating in the Northern Regional Hospital Junior Volunteer program this summer.
Hugh Chatham Health earns Women’s Choice Award for comprehensive care
Elkin, NC – July 22, 2025.
Northern Regional Hospital receives national recognition for excellence in stroke care
Northern Regional Hospital in Mount Airy, North Carolina, has been recognized for its dedication to high-quality stroke care.
Hugh Chatham joins forces with Atrium for enhanced healthcare services
Elkin, NC – July 8, 2025.
Local students participate in Camp Med at Northern Regional Hospital
Northern Regional Hospital recently concluded its annual Camp Med program, aimed at introducing high school students to careers in healthcare.
North Carolina Rep. Howard’s bill on expedited removal of unauthorized persons passes House and Senate
State Rep. Julia C. Howard sponsored a bill creating an alternative remedy for removing unauthorized occupants that passed both the North Carolina House and Senate.
North Carolina Rep. Stevens judicial system revision bill passes House and Senate
State Rep. Sarah Stevens sponsored a bill revising North Carolina’s judicial system that passed both the House and Senate.
North Carolina Rep. Eddins’ bill banning DEI initiatives in government passes House and Senate
State Rep. Blair Eddins sponsored a bill that passed both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly to prohibit DEI programs in state and local government.
Hugh Chatham Health receives CMS 5-star rating for cleanliness
Elkin, NC – May 20, 2025.
Surry-Yadkin Works pre-apprentices sign on with Hugh Chatham Health
Seventeen students have completed pre-apprenticeships at Hugh Chatham Health and are now moving forward with apprenticeships or part-time roles to continue their education in healthcare through the Surry-Yadkin Works program.
Yadkin County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2023-24 school year?
For the 2023-24 school year, Forbush High School experienced the largest enrollment among Yadkin County schools.
Surry County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2023-24 school year?
North Surry High School stood out in Surry County with 805 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Which former Yadkin Valley News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 23?
This former Yadkin Valley News area high school standout will be in action on Friday, May 23.
Former Elkin High School standout Lily Robbins played on Saturday, May 10 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Softball Championship
They enter the tournament as a number four seed.