This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
Thirty-four years ago this week, members of the McDowell High Titan Pride organization took a break from their ice cream party and posed for this photo. Students had to be consistently successful in the classroom, maintain good attendance and stay active in school organizations to be considered for Titan Pride. At that time, the group had 130 members.
Four members of the McDowell High School Marching Titans were preparing for a reunion of all former MHS band members. All those who played in the band from 1972 to 1991 were able to join in and showcase their talent, albeit a little rusty. The former members would join with the current band and perform during the homecoming game. The organizers of this reunion were (from left) Nikii Cloninger, Donna Hill, Suzanna Martin and Melissa Barlowe.
Titan tailback Mike Logan found running room during McDowell High’s 19-15 loss to Watauga High. This game was played on the Astroturf at Appalachian State University’s field. McDowell (0-2, 1-5) turned the ball over six times, four by fumbles, in losing to the Pioneers for the first time since 1985.
Nearly 300 wrestling fans crowded into the National Guard Armory to cheer on their favorites and voice disgust for their opponents. Marion’s favorite wrestler Debra Manis (right) gives a high five to wrestling fan, 72-year-old Katie English at ringside.
Nearly 300 wrestling fans crowded into the National Guard Armory to cheer on their favorites and voice disgust for their opponents. The crowd questioned wrestling manager Jim Cornette’s manhood all night with loud choruses of “Jim is a wimp.” In return, Cornette pointed his finger at his detractors as he chastised them.
During the week of Sept. 30, 1991, volunteers at MACA were busy hanging colorful quilts for the Mountain Glory quilt show. The volunteers hanging the functional art were (from left) Mary Grobleski, Loretta Bryan, Bobbie Ward and Clella Morris. In 1991, the Mountain Glory festival was held on Saturday, Oct. 12.
North Cove resident Roger Andrews talked with U.S. Rep. Charles Taylor about the dangers at the Pitts Station Road railroad crossing near Baxter Healthcare. Taylor and state DOT representatives met with North Cove residents who were working to get a signal at this crossing.
The Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort hosted a monthly program about traditional mountain music and heritage. Scott Swanton of Henderson County spun wool, told tall tales, sang and played his banjo on the museum’s front porch. The storyteller used his big old spinning wheel during his presentation.
Foothills Community Theatre presented the hilarious comedy “The Nerd,” which was the premiere offering for the 1991-1992 season. In this scene, actors Andy Fairbanks, Elizabeth House and Tommy Harrison have a rip-roaring good time on the stage. The play was presented in the auditorium of McDowell Technical Community College.
The local United Way collected more than $11,000 in the opening days of the 1991-1992 campaign. At the board meeting were (from left) Campaign Chairman Randy Hollifield, President Sharon Smith, state United Way representative Glenda Larson and Vice President John McEntire.
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This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
