Blood, Sweat and Gears:
Cycling race celebrates 10 grueling years
The American Red Cross is gearing up for one of its biggest fund-raising events of the year and volunteers are needed. File photo
Sun fun With temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s, many are turning to cool summertime activities. Here, Nicholas Welsh, 15, dunks little brother Michael Welsh, 9, as the two brothers play at Blowing Rock's swimming pool. Photo by Mark Mitchell
MECO pulls off late rally In a close contest, MECO Electric squad fought back from a late 5-0 deficit to pull off the rallying victory and defeat Custom Muffler 6-5 for the Little League championship. Photo by Mark Mitchell