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Due to extreme fire danger caused by ongoing drought conditions and little to no rain in the forecast, all campfires are strictly prohibited at any campground during Merlefest weekend.
We understand that enjoying a campfire is a big part of the camping experience during MerleFest. However, current conditions create a serious risk for rapid fire spread, and for the safety of our community and visitors, this precaution is necessary.
This decision has been made through a coordinated effort between the Town of Wilkesboro Fire Marshal, the Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Office, and the North Carolina Forest Service.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping keep everyone safe.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Jonah B. Absher
Fire Marshal, Wilkesboro Fire Department, 400 S. Cherry St., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 667-6228
Robbie Bolin
Fire Marshal, Wilkes Co. Fire Marshal’s Office, 580 Poplar Grove Rd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 921-7533
Jeremiah Greene
Wilkes Co. Ranger, N. C. Forest Service, 638 New Browns Ford Rd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 973-4104
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR THE TOWN OF WILKESBORO
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Effective immediately, the Town of Wilkesboro Fire Department Fire Marshal, in coordination with the Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Office, has issued a local burn ban on ALL outdoor burning within the town limits of Wilkesboro.
This ban prohibits any open burning within 100 feet of any structure, regardless of previously issued burn permits or existing town ordinances. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
• Recreational fires
• Portable outdoor fireplaces|
• Burning of yard debris
• Outdoor fire pits
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT SPECIAL USE PERMIT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Wilkesboro will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers at Wilkesboro Town Hall, 203 West Main Street, Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comments regarding a Special Use Permit request submitted by Resource Housing Group on behalf of Wilkes Development Company, LLC, for property located at TBD Olive Drive, Wilkesboro, North Carolina, identified as Parcel ID 3858-01-1531, containing approximately 2.48 acres.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town of Wilkesboro will be holding a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the submission of applications for Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Relief Funds (CDBG-DR) funds. The CDBG funds will be used to assist the Town with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
A public hearing is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:30 pm at the Wilkesboro Town Hall located at 203 West Main Street, Wilkesboro, NC. All interested citizens are invited to attend.
Last updated on 01-06-2026
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Town Council
Commissions
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Member
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Appointment
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End Term
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Jimmy Hayes
(Ex-officio)
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Donnie Bumgarner (Chair)
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June 2021
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June 2026
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Gerianne Hannibal (Vice Chair)
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June 2021
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June 2026
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Becky Caudill
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August 2024
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June 2026
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Amy Blair
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November 2023
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June 2027
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Denise Sidden
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August 2024
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June 2027
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Kathryn Steele
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June 2021
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June 2026
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Sandra Murphy
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March 2025
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June 2028
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Andrew Carlton, Planning Director
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Regular meetings of the commission shall be held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Wilkesboro Town Hall at 5:15 pm; provided that if the Chairman so directs, meetings may be held at any other place in the Town of Wilkesboro.
Special meetings of the Commission may be called at any time by the Chairman, provided that at least forty-eight (48) hours notice is given to each member.
Whenever there is no business for the Commission, the Chairman may dispense with a regular meeting by giving notice to all members no less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to that time set for the meeting.
The Historic Preservation Commission of the Town of Wilkesboro, North Carolina, 'shall be governed by the terms of Chapter 160A, Article 19, Part 3C of the General Statutes of North Carolina, and by the terms of the Town of Wilkesboro Historic Preservation Ordinance enacted by the Town of Wilkesboro Board of Commissioners on the 2004, and any amendments thereto.
The National Register is the nation's official list of building sites or areas worthy of preservation. The listing does not restrict what the property owner may do with the property unless the owner is using federal assistance. A local historic district is designated by a local ordinance, which falls under the jurisdiction of an appointed citizen-board, this is your Historic Preservation Commission; the Historic Downtown Wilkesboro District is currently listed on the National Register and is also regulated by local ordinance.
The Historic Preservation Commission provides Wilkesboro with the means to make sure that growth, development, and change take place in ways that respect the important architectural, historical and environmental characteristics within a district.
The Historic Preservation Commission for the Town of Wilkesboro fulfills the following responsibilities and duties:
Historic Downtown Wilkesboro Planning
Amendment(s) and administration related to Historic District Design Guidelines and Local Historic District Overlay
Historic Downtown Wilkesboro Certificate of Appropriateness Application and Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) review
If you should need further information or a copy of an agenda or minutes not listed, please contact the Planning Department at 336-838-3951 ext.1010 or email for this information.
