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History, Hospitality, and Adventure in the Foothills
Marion exudes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The town is steeped in history, with a vibrant arts scene and a strong sense of community pride. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by the beauty of the Pisgah National Forest.
City Snapshot
Population
7,717
County
McDowell County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$48,520
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Sugar Hill - Montford Cove Volunteer Fire Department
Woodlawn-Sevier Volunteer Fire Depsrtment
Glenwood Volunteer Fire Department
Marion Fire Department
P.G. Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.
Ashford North Cove Volunteer Fire Department
This Week
Northstar Classes @Spruce Pine Public Library
2026-09-22 at 10:00 AM
Storytime at Mitchell County Library
2026-09-22 at 10:00 AM
Drop-In Tech Help @Spruce Pine
2026-09-22 at 11:00 AM
Fuzzy and Frayed: Fiber Arts Collective @Spruce Pine Public Library
2026-09-24 at 2:00 PM
Family Feud
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