SPARTA, N.C. (WGHP) — There’s just something special about a small town. Now, place that small town in a mountain setting, add a splash of music, a spin of craft and a verse of “hey y’all” and you’ve ...

Voters in Alleghany County are deciding on the Sparta mayoral and city council seat races. Results for elections are expected after polls close at 7:30 p.m. on Election Night. Check back here for the ...

SPARTA, N.C. — The earth keeps shaking up in northwest North Carolina. Two small earthquakes happened yet again early Wednesday. This has been a common sight in recent years. According to the US ...

An hour and a half north of the "world's greatest city" and about two hours from the "jewel of the Blue Ridge Parkway," the friendly North Carolina town of Sparta welcomes visitors looking to unwind ...