Oakes named Watauga Democrat editor

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Anna Oakes has been named editor of the Watauga (N.C.) Democrat, Mountain Times Publications Publisher Gene Fowler announced.

"Anna has the utmost commitment to our community and the strongest journalistic ideals," Fowler said. "This, coupled with her passion, enthusiasm and energy, will ensure our community will have a watchdog on par with anyone I've known in my 35-year career."

Mountain Times Publications Executive Editor Tom Mayer has served in this capacity since joining the newspaper group in 2010. Mayer will continue to serve as executive editor for all publications of the newspaper group and as the opinion page editor for the Watauga Democrat. Read more from the Watauga Democrat

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