Yancey County E-911

09/08/2026

Pensacola Community, please see training advisory below and use caution in the area. Thank you and stay safe!

⚠️ PUBLIC NOTICE – LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING EXERCISE TODAY

The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office would like to make residents aware that a multi-county law enforcement training exercise will take place TODAY, September 8, from 12:00 p.m. until approximately 6:00 p.m. in the Pensacola area of Yancey County.
Residents may notice an increased law enforcement presence, emergency vehicles, and other training-related activity in the area during this time.
There is no emergency. This is a planned training exercise involving law enforcement personnel from multiple counties.
We appreciate the community’s understanding and cooperation while this important training is conducted.

06/04/2026

We are partnering with Yancey County Schools as a pick up location for free meals to anyone in need with children throughout the summer.
Check out details below:

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Yancey County's own... Gina Scharf

🌟 Celebrating Excellence at MAMA Air 🌟
We are incredibly proud to share that Gina Scharf, our exceptional MAMA Air Medical Manager, has been nominated for the prestigious Frist Humanitarian Award!
Established in 1971 and named in honor of Dr. Thomas F. Frist, Sr., this award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond in demonstrating compassion, community service, and an unwavering commitment to caring for others.

Gina embodies these values every single day.
With a rare blend of clinical expertise, operational excellence, and genuine compassion, Gina consistently elevates the care we provide across the entire MAMA system. She approaches every patient with deep respect and the belief that you receive the patient you are given and provide the very best care possible. This philosophy guides her leadership and inspires her team.

Gina strengthens the cohesiveness of MAMA Air, Ground, and Communications, fostering a culture built on trust, collaboration, and shared purpose. She is proactive, thoughtful, and always willing to step in wherever she’s needed—often before anyone asks. Her steady presence and patient‑centered mindset uplift not only her team, but the entire hospital community.

Simply put, Gina’s compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication make a lasting impact on everyone around her. 💙 Please join us in congratulating Gina Scharf on this well‑deserved nomination!

05/11/2026

During National Police Week, we proudly recognize and honor the dedicated men and women who serve and protect our communities each and every day.

The members of the Yancey County Sheriff's Office and Burnsville Police Department work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of the citizens they serve. Their courage, professionalism, sacrifice, and commitment do not go unnoticed.

This week, we also pause to remember and honor the law enforcement officers across our nation who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their bravery and dedication will never be forgotten.

Thank you to all law enforcement officers, dispatchers, detention staff, and support personnel for your unwavering service to Yancey County and our surrounding communities.

Please join us in showing appreciation for those who wear the badge and stand the line every day. 💙🖤

04/25/2026

We are so thankful for the rain however, as dry as we still are the burn ban remains in effect for all of NC.

04/16/2026

💛 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 💛

This week, we proudly recognize the incredible men and women behind the headsets at Yancey County Sheriff’s Office 911 Communications.

Our telecommunicators are the calm voice in the chaos — the first, first responders. They answer every call with professionalism, compassion, and strength, often guiding callers through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. From life-saving instructions to coordinating emergency response, their dedication never goes unnoticed.

❤️They work long hours
🤍They make critical decisions in seconds
💙They serve our community with unwavering commitment

To our team: thank you for your sacrifice, your resilience, and your heart for service. You are truly the unseen heroes of public safety.

A message from Director Gina Duncan:
“It is truly an honor to serve alongside such a dedicated and professional team. Each of you brings strength, compassion, and resilience to this center every single day. The work you do is not always seen, but it is always felt throughout our community. You are the steady voice in someone’s worst moment, and that is something to be incredibly proud of. I am beyond grateful for each of you and the difference you make in Yancey County.”

We also encourage our community to take a moment this week to thank a telecommunicator for the vital role they play in keeping Yancey County safe.

💙 We are proud of you. We appreciate you. We thank you. 💙

03/29/2026

Please note we are under a red flag warning. There is a State and County restriction on burning. This means NO OUTSIDE BURNING. There are also active fires in Mitchell, Avery, and McDowell counties. Unless you see live flames or a column of smoke please understand that this is likely to be drift smoke from these counties. We are receiving many 911 calls about the smoke and this is tying up emergency lines. Also, there is a non-emergency number to reach us if it is not a true emergency 828-678-9463. Thank you and as always, please stay safe!