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Honor a hero this Memorial Day at the library

In honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, the Fayetteville-Lincoln County Public Library is creating a special, community-driven display to recognize and remember the heroes of our community. The library is inviting community members to submit tributes to veterans and service members who hold a special place in their hearts. The submissions will create a meaningful Memorial Day display that reflects remembrance and appreciation across Lincoln County, said Meghan Murr, library director.

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Correction

A photo appearing on the front page of the April 22, 2026, edition of the Elk Valley Times should have identified the man frying fish in “Frying fish and fun” as Jerry Bailey and his wife Doris. The Times apologizes for the error and is happy to set the record straight.

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Remember to call 811 before you dig

Calling 811 or visiting wvvw.call811.con1 has proven to the foremost preventive measure in excavation safety and damage prevention, according to Fayetteville Public Utilities. Since 2008, National Safe Digging Month has been observed in April to remind homeowners and professionals alike, to do their pail in keeping communities safe.

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