Wilkes County Schools

Education

Community mourns loss of Wilkes superintendent known for steady leadership, dedication to students

Amy Diaz

Wilkes County Schools Superintendent Mark Byrd died unexpectedly on Friday.
Education

False "swatting" threats close multiple schools across the region

Paul Garber

Lexington Senior High School closed early Tuesday following a threat on social media. It happened a day after early dismissals from three other regional…