CONTENTS

Welcome Message 6

Fairwell and Hello! 7

Board of directors 8

Meet the Yadkin County
Board of Commissioners 9

Shallowford Farms produces a variety of
Yadkin Valley Popcorn flavors for locals and beyond 10

Mountain Valley providing hospice,
palliative care to the community for 40 years 12

Southland Transportation Company, growing since 1988, keeps an eye on expansion 14

Yadkin Chamber Adventures! 16

Chairman Smitty Williams highlights
events and opportunities at Yadkin Chamber 18

Welcome New Chamber Members 21

CHAMBER ACTIVITIES 22

2025 Chamber Champions 23

Chamber Happenings! 24

Community Happenings! 25

Roadside Litter Pickup 26

Member Search 27

Welcome to the Spring 2025 edition of the Yadkin Courant!

The Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce is now in its 36th year of supporting businesses in Yadkin and surrounding counties.

Throughout the year many opportunities exist to provide our members the opportunity for networking, socializing and building relationships. Events such as the monthly investors lunch and Showcase Yadkin are just two examples of those opportunities.

By being a member of the Yadkin County Chamber, you are making a difference in the success and development of Yadkin County. As with any organization that operates with members, I would challenge you as current members to promote the Yadkin County Chamber to your friends in business, who are not members. The team who operates the Chamber is small, but with all of our existing members working together to increase our membership, the team becomes larger.

Your Chamber works hard to promote happenings going on in Yadkin County. Each one of the municipalities in our county have several events over the year that offer families the opportunity of spending time in Yadkin County. The Chamber offers those events to the public by including them in the “What’s Shakin” and on the events calendar on the Chambers website.

The Yadkin Chamber is here to work for our members. The Yadkin Courant is just one tool that allows members to advertise and showcase their business. The current and past editions can be found by visiting the Yadkin County Chamber web page.

On behalf of the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff, we thank you for your commitment to making Yadkin County a great place to live, work and enjoy the amenities that Yadkin County offers.

If you are not a member of the Chamber, please consider joining today!

David Nance

Chairman

Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce

Fairwell and Hello!

The Chamber held a going away reception when Jamie Johnston left the Chamber last fall after 25 years of service. Jamie started with the Chamber part time while a student at Surry Community College and leaves us to work with Mount Airy tourism. We wish her well on her next adventure.

My name is Maggie Moncus, and I am excited to introduce myself as the new executive assistant at the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce. I was born and raised in Yadkin County and am currently 22 years old. After graduating from Forbush High School, I completed one year at Surry Community College before transferring to Appalachian State University, where I earned a degree in General Marketing.

I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the Chamber and give back to the community that has shaped me. I look forward to connecting with everyone and contributing to the continued growth and success of Yadkin County!

I’m Isabell Moody, the Social Media & Marketing Coordinator at the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce. I grew up right here in Yadkin County and graduated from Starmount High School. Now, I’m studying graphic design at Forsyth Tech while continuing my journey with the Chamber—I actually started as a high school intern and was lucky enough to stick around in a part-time position after graduation!

I’m so grateful for the chance to give back to the community that means so much to me. I can’t wait to share all the exciting things happening around Yadkin County through our social media. Stay tuned—I’d love for you to follow along!

Board of directors

David Nance

Gentry Family Funeral Services

Chairman

Rusty Crissman

CMS Insurance

Vice-Chair

Chair of Membership

David Williams

Aesthetix Laser & Med Spa

Secretary/Treasurer

Smith Williams

Unifi Inc.

Past Chair

Marlana Riley

Keller Williams Realty Elite

Joy Kay

AOA Signs

Anna Howe

Anna Howe Design

Chris Hampton

Hampton Law Office

Michael Pardue

Town of Jonesville

Economic Development Chair

Emmy Corn

Shallow Ford Foundation

Travel & Tourism Chair

Tim Doub

Quality Steel Fabrication

Public Relations Chair

Tony McCarson

Retired Textile Executive

Anthony Davis

Yadkin County Schools

Education Chair

Amanda Adams

Zirrus

Nolan Brown

NGB Enterprises

staff

Maggie Moncus

Executive Assistant

Isabell Moody

Social Media & Marketing

Bobby Todd

Executive Director

Meet the Yadkin County Board of Commissioners

Cliff Collins is married to Lauren Kelly Collins and is a 2009 graduate of Appalachian State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science with a concentration in Public Management. He is employed by a financial institution in Yadkinville and also owns C&C Lawn & Landscaping. In addition to his professional roles, Cliff serves as a volunteer firefighter at the Buck Shoals Volunteer Fire Department and is a sponsor of the West Yadkin Sports Club.

Frank Zachary is a lifelong resident of Yadkin County and is married to Charlene Zachary. With 46 years of experience practicing law, Mr. Zachary has also served as a Yadkin County Commissioner from 1980 to 1988, and again from 2010 to today. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in several boards dedicated to the county's welfare, including the Human Services Advisory Council and the Smart Start Board. He is deeply committed to protecting Yadkin County's public safety and ensuring the county continues to thrive.

David Moxley, a lifelong resident of Yadkin County, is married to Robin Moxley. He attended Surry Community College before transferring to Appalachian State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Arts/Business in 1975. Mr. Moxley spent 30 years teaching and coaching at Forbush High School. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in numerous boards and is currently serving his fifth term as a County Commissioner. David's dedication to the community has allowed him to make a lasting impact on Yadkin County.

Ricky Oliver, originally from the West Yadkin area, now lives in Yadkinville and is married to Monta Davis-Oliver. He earned a degree in Police Science from Surry Community College and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Gardner-Webb University. Additionally, he graduated from the Sheriff’s Leadership Institute at Chapel Hill. With 45 years of experience in law enforcement, including 11 years as Yadkin County Sheriff, Mr. Oliver has devoted much of his career to public service. Now retired, he continues to serve his community by participating in committees such as the YMCA, Kiwanis Club, Yadkin Masonic Lodge No. 162, and is currently serving on the Yadkin County Economic Development Partnership Board.

Tim Parks, married to Angela Ball Parks, is a resident of the Hamptonville area. With 35 years of experience in law enforcement, including the last 20 years as Police Chief in Yadkinville, Mr. Parks has dedicated much of his life to public service. He has served on the Yadkin County Board of Education and is an active member of the Buck Shoals Fire Department. Throughout his career, Tim has contributed to various boards, including the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce, Yadkin County 911 Board, YMCA, and the Yadkinville Fire Department.

Shallowford Farms produces a variety of Yadkin Valley Popcorn flavors for locals and beyond

By Ann Piccininni

Acres and acres of corn stalks stand tall in Yadkinville each year during the growing season. Many of these crops are planted, tended and raised to produce a snack favorite perfected by Shallowford Farms: Yadkin Valley Popcorn.

In all, the farm, at 3732 Hartman Road in Yadkinville, produces eight varieties of popcorn available at retailers throughout the area and beyond, including at Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Winston-Salem-based Lowes Foods, Food City and several independent food retailers.

“Our largest client is Food Lion, which is headquartered in Salisbury, North Carolina,” said Jonathan Mounce, operations manager at Shallowford Farms. Mounce said Food Lion distributes the farm’s products from Delaware all the way south to Florida. Shallowford also works with Merchants Distributors, Inc., a Hickory, North Carolina-based wholesale distributor.

Mounce said the farm, in business since 1987, maintains about 2,000 acres of farmland.

“It’s a grain operation. We grow field corn for animal feed and for human consumption and we grow a species of corn to make popcorn,” Mounce said.

The result is a delicious array of popcorn treats.

“Our original butter popcorn is our highest volume seller,” Mounce said.

Next in line in popularity: cheese popcorn.

Also popular are the company’s Movie Popcorn, which imitates the movie theater variety of the salty treat, White Cheddar Popcorn, Kettle Corn, Old-fashioned Caramel Corn and the newest addition, Texas Pete Hot Popcorn, which comes in original and cheddar.

“We collaborate with Garner Foods out of Winston-Salem. They produce Texas Pete Hot Sauce,” Mounce said. “We’re always looking to do different flavors. What we are focusing on is developing Texas Pete corn and developing it in different sizes.”

Ten-ounce bags of Yadkin Valley Popcorn varieties are customer favorites. Newly introduced one-ounce bags are growing in popularity.

“It’s gaining a lot of momentum. It’s a good size if you’re traveling or packing lunch for the kids. It’s enough to satisfy a craving,” he said.

Flavoring ingredients are provided by Mother Murphy’s Flavors, headquartered in Greensboro.

Planting is calculated to match predicted demand.

“We do a forecast of what we’ll do this year in terms of growth,” he said. “Yadkin County is predominantly an agricultural county, though we do have some textiles in the area. We’re here on the farm. We are a true farm-to-table company.”

The staff of 13 handles the entire production process all the way through packaging. Business owners Chad Eller and Mark Gallimore also employ a farm manager, Mounce said, to supervise crop production.

All of the Yadkin Valley Popcorn is popped, seasoned and packaged for store shelves before it leaves the premises on delivery trucks.

“Our biggest customers pick up their loads,” he said. Trucks are hired to transport products to smaller-volume customers. Yadkin Valley Popcorn products have a relatively simple shipment protocol because the product is ready-to-eat and doesn’t require refrigeration.

Mounce said the company’s products were gratefully received by nearby residents affected by Hurricane Helene last fall. Though the farm was not directly impacted by the storm, areas not far from the farm did experience its effects.

“We donated products to the recovery efforts. People are pulling together and it’s really refreshing to see,” he said.

Mounce said the company conducts diligent food safety procedures to ensure customer safety and satisfaction. At the end of each week, all production equipment is thoroughly cleaned.

“We prepare products that contain allergens last. If there’s dairy in it, it gets popped last,” he said. “We’ve never had a recall. Food safety is at the top of our list.”

For more information about Yadkin Valley Popcorn, visit www.yadkinvalleypopcorn.com

Mountain Valley providing hospice, palliative care to the community for 40 years

By Ann Piccininni

For more than 40 years, Mountain Valley, a hospice and palliative care organization, has been providing much-needed services for a total of 18 counties in North Carolina and Virginia, including Yadkin County.

“The wonderful thing about Mountain Valley is we never turn patients away, regardless of ability to pay,” said Chief Financial Officer Barry Dowell.

Dowell said the organization provides about $500,000 per year in free services to those in need.

The nonprofit organization serves about 800 patients per day and provides care for about 3,000 patients each year, said President and CEO Tracey Dobson.

Services provided include hospice care at two locations: the SECU Hospice Care Center in Yadkinville and the Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. At-home hospice services are also offered as well as pediatric programs, services for patients with serious illness, and support groups for patients and caregivers.

“We are the only hospice in the state that has a convalescent transport system,” Dobson said. “We also have a program called Love’s PEAK.”

The Love’s PEAK pediatric program provides physical, emotional and spiritual support for children, teens and their families coping with serious illnesses. Care is provided for patients going through treatment and for patients in need of palliative and hospice care. Also available is grief support for children dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Mountain Valley employs 291 full-time and 77 part-time staff members, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, chaplains, social workers and bereavement specialists.

“They all come together to design a care plan. There’s an individual plan for each person,” Dowell said.

To complement the services provided by staff employees, Dobson said a team of volunteers contribute their time and efforts to assist with providing quality care.

“We are so fortunate to have them. Mountain Valley team members are very servant-oriented team leaders. We meet them where they are,” Dobson said.

Mountain Valley was founded when hospice initiatives at Northern Regional Hospital and Hugh Chatham Health formed a partnership. The Mountain Valley hospice organization celebrated its 40th anniversary in October 2023.

“We had a gala. It was lovely,” Dobson said.

Funding is provided by Medicare, Medicaid and other insurance programs, along with donations from individuals, corporations and grants.

“We have two thrift stores called The Humble Hare,” said Leigh Anne Groves, Senior Vice President of Philanthropy.

Groves said the stores accept donations of gently-used clothing, furniture and accessories. Proceeds from sales help support end-of-life and related services for underinsured and uninsured patients. One store is located in Mount Airy, the other is in Sparta. Both stores offer pick-up of donated items and both rely on the help of volunteers to meet the stores’ objectives and assist with daily operations.

Groves said the stores’ stock of furniture and clothing recently helped residents of areas impacted by Hurricane Helene.

To further Mountain Valley’s ability to help people in need, the 501(c)3 organization is in the process of forming a charitable foundation, Dowell said.

“This would be another 501(c)3. Having a foundation sets completely different standards,” Groves said. “It elevates us. It strengthens our brand.”

Groves said donations are greatly appreciated and are accepted via a variety of programs. One way to help is to donate via the hospice’s website at mtnvalleyhospice.org/ways-to-give/donate/

The Wall of Faith gives faith congregations an opportunity to make group contributions which are memorialized in photographs displayed at the two hospice care centers.

The organization’s mailing address is Mountain Valley, PO Box 325, Dobson, NC 27017.

Mountain Valley Hospice currently has two facilities in Yadkin County. The SECU Hospice Care Center, is located at 243 North Lee Avenue in Yadkinville and features six patient suites with outdoor patios, a courtyard, meeting space and kitchen facilities. With the assistance of a building reuse grant, the old Skyline Bank Building was renovated and is now a Hospice Home Care Clinical Office. This facility recently celebrated a ribbon cutting and opened at 516 Hawthorne Drive in Yadkinville.

Southland Transportation Company, growing since 1988, keeps an eye on expansion

By Ann Piccuninni

Southland Transportation Company in Boonville is a Yadkin County-based business that has grown dramatically over the years, well beyond the county’s borders.

“We are a trucking company. We also have a logistics firm. We pick up and deliver goods across the United States, Mexico and Canada,” said President and CEO Jason Smith. “This facility in Boonville is where we started back in 1988. We’ve expanded considerably since then.”

Today, the company works with a staff of about 360 employees along with roughly 40 contracted owner-operators.

Beginning with just three trucks, Southland currently has a fleet of 210 trucks and 850 trailers, moving a variety of goods for retailers, manufacturers and other clients.

“The company has several terminals where we domicile equipment and drivers,” said Smith.

These include terminals in Boonville and Charlotte, North Carolina; Knoxville, Tennessee; Laredo, Texas; and locations just outside of Atlanta, Georgia.

Southland also has offices in multiple locations including in Hickory, Asheville and Greensboro, North Carolina and in Charleston, South Carolina.

Future plans include continued growth and expansion.

“We’re always looking to grow our company through organic growth and acquisitions,” Smith said.

Smith was hired 29 years ago as a dispatcher, originally intending to stay only temporarily while pursuing a career in teaching, working under the leadership of Southland Transportation founder R.J. Cummings.

“I started at the bottom and worked my way up,” Smith said.

The trucking industry and Southland proved to be a great fit for both Smith’s ambitions and his talent for managing logistics and a multitude of trucking industry challenges.

Over the years, Cummings mentored Smith, recognizing his management and leadership skills. In 2017, Smith took the company’s helm after Cummings retired.

Today, Smith oversees the company’s logistics and brokerage services, ensuring that goods are shipped expeditiously and safely.

“Our business is all based on time and efficiency,” he said.

The company works with business owners to accommodate warehousing, loading and unloading needs through providing optimum scheduling and trailer availability.

The company also actively supports the efforts of nonprofit organizations and schools in North Carolina and in Tennessee, a commitment that reflects Southland’s emphasis on being a good neighbor and community member.

Yadkin Chamber Adventures!

All Chambers of Commerce have various ways of raising funds to support their mission. In the past, popular ways to raise additional funds include golf tournaments, concerts, formal dinners, festivals, and other events to take the pressure off of dues income.

In 2015, the Yadkin Chamber hosted a cultural and educational trip to China! With such positive feedback from folks that took the trip, the Chamber decided to continue putting together “adventures” as a source of income to support the Chamber and its activities. So far, the Chamber has planned trips to Ireland (twice!), Hawaii, Alaska, Northwest US National Parks, Spain, New Orleans, Italy, Greek Cruise including Turkey and Israel, Southwest US National Parks, New England Cruise, and Eastern Canada.

Earlier this year, we visited Ireland and Northern Ireland. The group started in Dublin and spent the first two nights in a castle! While in Dublin, we visited Christchurch Cathedral, Trinity College, a distillery, Dublin City and some of the group walked to the nearby small coastal village of Dalkey. Traveling to Belfast, Northern Ireland we were treated to a hands-on baking demonstration where we made Irish Fruit Soda Bread at a family home County Down. Arriving in Belfast, we toured the Opera House, Queens University and the famous “peace walls” still in place from the 30-year conflict called “The Troubles.” On the following day, we visited the Titanic Belfast Experience, which tells the story of the Titanic (which was built in Belfast) by using special effects, full-scale reconstructions, and interactive features from construction until present day. A smaller group visited the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce, where we met with its leadership and learned how much our Chambers have in common with issues relating to workforce, education, and trade.

We visited The Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Town of Derry where we walked the preserved medieval walls of the city. We visited Belleek Pottery, Galway with its many pubs featuring traditional music, spent time exploring Kylemore Abbey and took a delightful day cruise on Killary Fjord. On our way to the Cliff of Mohor, we stopped at Rathbaun Farms to see a sheepdog herding demonstration and enjoy fresh baked scones. One of the highlights was visiting the Cliffs of Mohor from the top, 702 feet above the sea, and from a boat underneath the cliffs as well! Next was a ferry ride over to County Kerry and Killarney where we traveled the Ring of Kerry, visited Molls Gap, the heritage town of Kenmare and Kate’s Cottage where we were treated to a traditional Irish dinner, music and dancing. We explored the Dingle Peninsula, Killarney National Park, and the fishing village of Dingle where we were treated to ice cream! And no trip to Ireland would be complete without a visit to Blarney Castle, where some of our folks kissed the Blarney Stone, which is said to give the gift of gab! – and shopped in Blarney Woolen Mills. Our last night together was a medieval feast and music at Bunratty Castle in Limerick, and the next morning we departed for home.

If you are interested in joining the mailing list to learn about future trips, drop us an email or call the Chamber office. (Run with Ireland Group Photo)

Chairman Smitty Williams highlights events and opportunities at Yadkin Chamber

The Chamber’s Annual Awards Banquet at the end of January was another great event!

The celebration opened with a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception sponsored by Hugh Chatham Health, Duke Energy, Surry Community College, and Kelly Office Solutions, followed by a wonderful meal catered by D & F Catering.

Chairman Smitty Williams provided a recap of the Chamber’s activities for the past year.

“Your Chamber has been busy this year, working toward our goals as set out early in the year,” Smitty said. “We started the year with our 2024 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet, continued to grow our Chamber Champions Program, now in its second year, and continued our efforts to address the childcare crisis with development of the ChildPlex concept by meeting with foundations, legislators, and others to create childcare availability for increase workforce participation.

“One of the differences that sets the Yadkin County Chamber apart is our monthly Investors Luncheons, providing updates to our members and networking opportunities. These luncheons are made possible by our sponsors throughout 2024: Austin Electrical Enclosures, Yadkin Family YMCA, Smart Start of Yadkin County, Zirrus, Yadkin Nursing Care, First National Bank, Surry-Yadkin EMC, Shallow Ford Foundation, and Surry Community College. For the second year, our July luncheon was replaced by an afternoon cookout, or as it felt that afternoon, a drought relief event – a non-forecasted heavy rain shower showed up right as the event was starting! The cookout was sponsored by Marlana Riley with Keller Williams Elite Realty, Ryan Reynolds with Fairway Mortgage and hosted by Unifi, Inc.”

Smitty went on to say, “Your Chamber provided social and networking opportunities at very well attended Chamber Outings at Winston-Salem Thunderbirds Hockey and Winston-Salem DASH games. We also began our third year creating the ‘Yadkin Courant’ biannual video magazine, and in 2024 featured articles on Austin Electrical Enclosures, Yadkin Memorial Park, NC Farms App, Cross Technologies, Lone Hickory Arena, Farm at Buzzard Rock, Yadkin Quilt Trail, and Leadership Yadkin County. The Leadership Yadkin Class of 2024 graduated in May which concluded the 14th Leadership Class offered by the Chamber in cooperation with Surry Community College.

“Another outstanding event was hosting the Industry Appreciation Luncheon for the Economic Development Partnership. We were honored to welcome the President of the Richmond Federal Reserve, Tom Barkin, as our keynote speaker.

“The producers of Bloomberg’s Odd Lots podcast were tagging along with Mr. Barkin and interviewed several Yadkin County folks! Along with Yadkin County Schools, we held “Dream It – Do It” Industry tours for Middle School Students featuring Unifi, Austin Electrical Enclosures, Surry Community College and the Yadkin Early College to show middle school students career opportunities right here in Yadkin County. The Chamber was an active supporter of the innovative Surry Yadkin WORKS program, which was highlighted in an earlier issue.

“One of our most popular programs during local election years, our Local Candidates Forums, held two events this year for those seeking election to the School Board and County Board of Commissioners. Along with the Yadkin Rotary, we hosted Shred Day, including a food drive for Yadkin Christian Ministries. Staff hosted the North Carolina Rural Center Listening Tour for the region, served on the Jonesville ‘CORE’ Committee working to Create Outdoor Recreation Economies and worked with the Yadkin County Tourism Development Authority to promote visitation. The Chamber hosted the 4th Annual Small Business Expo, and Chamber Adventure trips to Canada and Ireland, and celebrated the 35th Anniversary of the Chamber in August. Staff has worked with the Carolina Core to promote US421 as future I-777 and represented Chamber members on the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, Community Health Assessment for Yadkin County, Scholarship Interview Teams, Yadkin County FARMS app, and others.”

Smitty summed up his remarks “As you can see, your Chamber has been very involved in projects and initiatives to make Yadkin County the best it can be!”

Welcome New Chamber Members

Brian Gravely, Tax Resolution and Accounting

2213 Standing Oak Lane, Pfafftown, NC 27040

(336) 407-0910

Brian Gravely

Yadkin County Rescue Squad & EMS

116 West Main Street, Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 679-2430

Jeff Hinshaw

Donna Reavis

Retired Educator/Active Community Member

Virtue Dental Care

301 East Lee Avenue, Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 606-0040

Dr. Mary Katherine Taylor

Tri-County Primary Care

Charlois Boulevard Ste 100,
Winston Salem, NC 27103

(336) 765-6897

Dr. Larry Kilby

Hometown Habitat for Humanity

320 Cothren Street, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

(336) 838-3044

Jo DeJournette & Isaac Kerns

Industrial Solutions Roofing

1545 Hoots Road, Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 463-1974

Greg Huffman

DJ No Shame

340 Harrison Street, Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 469-5951

Shamus Jackson

Puryear Builders

3016 Twins Place,
Boonville, NC 27011

(336) 468-8605

Brayden Puryear

Smart Move Group eXp Realty

1400 Milgate Drive #C,
Winston Salem, NC 27103

(336) 742-3193

Marissa Bolen

MAC Kitchen & Bath

120 South State Street, Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 608-1255

Steven Fowler

Mayberry Built

248 Service Road,
Yadkinville, NC 27055

(336) 710-2408

Jose Ocampo

New Waves of Relaxation

(336) 929-8170

Kalee Hall

Seniors Helping Seniors

P O Box 41,
Pilot Mountain, NC 27041

(336) 499-1990

Jennie Lowe

Genesis Salon LLP

300 W Hwy 67,
East Bend, NC 27018

(336) 699-3030

Tashia Boyd & Alysha Wilkins-Smith

CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

2025 Chamber Champions

Chamber Happenings!

April

22nd  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

TBD  Chamber Group Outing to Winston-Salem DASH Ballpark

May

22nd  Chamber Group Outing to Winston-Salem DASH Ballpark

27th  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

June

24th  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

TBD  Shred Day Event - TBD - Yadkin County Chamber Office

July

22nd  Chamber Investors Appreciation Cookout - 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. - Unifi Guest House in Yadkinville

August

26th  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

September

23rd  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

October

18th  Yadkin Valley Grape Festival - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Yadkinville Town Parking Lot

28th  Chamber Investors Luncheon - Noon - Yadkin County Agricultural & Educational Building

Community Happenings!

April

4th-6th  Foothills Barrel Soiree at Lone Hickory Arena

10th-13th  Yadkin Cultural Arts Center presents the “Doublewide, Texas” production - Willingham Theatre

12th-13th  NCQHA Carolina Spring Ranch Show

18th-20th  Leaps and Bounds Dog Agility Event at Lone Hickory Arena

May

3rd  Black Opry Revue performing live at the Willingham Theatre- 7:30 p.m. - Yadkin Cultural Arts Center

3rd  High Country Rodeo at Lone Hickory Arena

6th  Yadkin Farmers Market held every Tuesday (3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.) and Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.) until the end of October - 1141 Tennessee Street, Yadkinville

16th  Friday After Five Summer Concert Series - Summer of Soul Beach Party with Phatt City - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Downtown Yadkinville

26th  Memorial Day Service at Yadkin County Park - 11:00 a.m.

31st  Caleb Caudle performing live at the Willingham Theatre - 7:30 p.m. - Yadkin Cultural Arts Center

31st  Music in the Park featuring Night of Gospel Friends Reunion & Others - 6:30 p.m. - Yadkinville Community Park

June

7th  NC Trail Days in Elkin/Jonesville - www.nctraildays.com

7th  Yadkin River Run starting at 8:00 a.m. in Jonesville - https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Jonesville/YadkinRiverRun

13th  Friday After Five Summer Concert Series - 80’s Night with Kids in America- 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Downtown Yadkinville

14th  Alan Bibey & Grasstowne performing live at the Willingham Theatre- 7:30 p.m. - Yadkin Cultural Arts Center

21st  Music in the Park featuring Taylor Vaden Classic Country - 6:30 p.m. - Yadkinville Community Park

July

4th & 5th  Independence Day Celebration in Downtown Yadkinville including parade (the 4th at 7:00 p.m.), fireworks (the 5th at 9:30 p.m.), live music (the 5th from 5:00 p.m.- 9:00p.m.), and more - https://www.yadkinville.org/special-events/independence-day-celebration

24th-27th  Yadkin Cultural Arts Center presents the “Freaky Friday: A New Musical” Production - Willingham Theatre

25th-27th  Take a Break from the Interstate, 3-day road market off Highway 21- Town of Jonesville

August

8th  Friday After Five Summer Concert Series - Rock the Boat with Camel City Yacht Club - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Downtown Yadkinville

22nd  Dom Flemons performing live at the Willingham Theatre- 7:30 p.m. - Yadkin Cultural Arts Center

23rd  Music in the Park featuring None of the Above - 6:30 p.m. - Yadkinville Community Park

September

6th  Karen Morgan performing live at the Willingham Theatre - 7:30 p.m. - Yadkin Cultural Arts Center

12th  Friday After Five Summer Concert Series - Dance Party with SoulJam- 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Downtown Yadkinville

21st  47th Annual Harvest Festival - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Downtown Yadkinville

October

10th  Hands of Hope Gala, WinMock - Bermuda Run

11th  Music in the Park featuring Phatt City- 6:30 p.m. - Yadkinville Community Park

ROADSIDE LITTER PICKUP

The Yadkin County Tourism Development Authority is once again sponsoring roadside litter pickup out in the county. In exchange, the TDA will reimburse $10.00 per bag to support your nonprofit organization! This is a great way to raise funds for your group and help keep Yadkin County green AND clean! See details below and call with any questions!

Steps for Tourism Development Authority (TDA) Funded Roadside Litter Pickup Operations by Not-for-Profit Organizations.

1.  Contact the Yadkin County TDA to sign up as a participant and initiate the operation.

  •  Identify the road(s), location(s), date, and time of the litter pickup that will be conducted. Must be pre-approved and not currently in the Adopt a Highway Program.

  •  Provide an estimate of the number of people who will be participating in the cleanup.

2.  Obtain Litter Bags, Signs and Safety Vests.

  •  These items can be obtained at the NCDOT Division of Highway Maintenance facility at 1636 Shacktown Road, Yadkinville, NC 27055.

  •  The organization may call ahead to the NCDOT facility at 336-679-2242, and state personnel may assist in determining quantities of equipment needed for the operation.

3.  Contact the Yadkin County TDA after collection has been completed.

  •  A representative of the TDA will then visit each collection location and count the filled bags.

  •  A representative of the TDA will contact the NCDOT for pickup of the filled bags.

  •  A representative of the TDA will determine the payment due to the organization and will arrange for the County Finance Department to send payment by check to the address provided by the organization. A W-9 Form must be completed and turned into the TDA office.