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UNC Helps Establish the First National Public Health Agenda for Osteoarthritis

Boone News — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:46:35 +0000

Betty Isaacs of Boone, N.C., knows all about the chronic pain of osteoarthritis and the impact it has on her life.

NC gov visits Franklin Graham, Samaritana s Purse

Boone News — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:28:08 +0000

Gov. Beverly Perdue visited Franklin Graham's relief organization during a trip to the North Carolina mountains to see what Samaritan's Purse is doing around the world.

Hardin Park Elementary Participates In Read Across America

Boone News — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:24:18 +0000

Students in Maria Nash's first-grade class at Hardin Park strike a pose after listening to stories read by Shannon Isaacs, Boone's Adopt-A-Street coordinator, and Marsha Story, recycling coordinator for Boone.

Watauga Cooperative Extension Presents 2010 Report to the People

Boone News — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 09:11:10 +0000

Watauga Cooperative Extension Director Jim Hamilton hands Extension Advisory Leadership Council Chair Nancy Reigel a bouquet from Shady Grove Gardens and Nursery in honor of her service as chair on the council.

Mayor Proclaims March Women’s History Month In Boone - Governor…

Boone News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 08:50:41 +0000

Boone Mayor Loretta Clawson proclaimed March as Women's History Month in Boone and calls on citizens to commemorate and observe the occasion with programs and activities.

Election 2010: Candidate Filing Concludes

Boone News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:53:05 +0000

Monday, March 15 - Absentee voting period begins Friday, April 9 - Voter registration deadline for May 4 primary Thursday, April 15 - One-stop voting begins Tuesday, April 27 - Last day to request absentee ballot Saturday, May 1 - One-stop voting ends at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 3 - Absentee ballots due Tuesday, May 4 - Primary Election Tuesday, May ...

Cameron Hastings Wins 2010 Watauga County Schools Spelling Bee

Boone News — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:16:35 +0000

Watauga County Schools Spelling Bee winners : Chris Pope, Zebulon Smith, Phillip Goetz, Brittany Stanton, Willis Ellis, Haleigh Wallace, Cameron Hastings and Anna Phillips.

Business Spotlight: The Fabric Familya “Endless Yards of Modern Selections at The Fabric Shoppe

Boone News — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 21:03:06 +0000

Lovella Lovette, Rhonda Jarvis and Joan Bullings, co-owners of The Fabric Shoppe in Boone, stand behind their 'store mascot,' Bullings' black lab named Jet.

Strong Winds, Snow Hit NC Mountains 24 min ago

Boone News — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:59:42 +0000

Strong winds hit the North Carolina mountains Thursday, creating near whiteout conditions in areas like Banner Elk and Beech Mountain.

Couple arrested for burglary in Boone

Boone News — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:13:34 +0000

A man and a woman have been arrested in Watuaga County, NC for allegedly burglarizing a home.

Business Spotlight: Bayada Nursesa “Keeping Community Members in the Community

Boone News — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:38:30 +0000

JP , client services manager; Jeannie Berry, clinical manager ; and Clint Stevens, client services manager for pediatrics pause for a moment in their busy day.

Indoor Rec Center a Top Priority in Parks and Recreation Plan

Boone News — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:13:59 +0000

The Watauga County Parks and Recreation master plan will guide decisions about recreation facilities over the next decade.

Watauga TDA Moves Forward on Outdoor Recreation Projects

Boone News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:01:11 +0000

A new organization formed recently in the High Country that is attracting bicyclists of all types and ages to join together to promote safe roads, public access to trails, public awareness and skill development.

N.C. mountains experiencing one of worst winters on record

Boone News — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:59:47 +0000

It's another day of heavy snow, gusty winds and cold temperatures for North Carolina's mountains, but that's nothing new this season for the high country.

Regional Briefs: Body found after house fire extinguished in Wilkes County

Boone News — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:54:58 +0000

Firefighters found a body inside a house in the Wilkes County community of Purlear early yesterday after they put out a fire, authorities said.

Business Spotlight: High Country Signsa “New Location, Still Satisfying Customers

Boone News — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:29:15 +0000

Raymon Garrison, co-owner of High Country Signs with his brother Dipper, stands by some of his recent work.

High Country Heroes Music Series Continues this Weekend at Murphya s

Boone News — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 04:06:43 +0000

Band: Tequila at Dawn Date: Friday, February 12 Time: 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Location: Murphy's Restaurant and Pub Cost: $3 Band: Living Art/Lincoln Masters Date: Saturday, February 13 Time: 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Location: Murphy's Restaurant and Pub Cost: $5 Winter has taken its toll.

The ReelHouse Cinema & Draft To Open Soon in Boone

Boone News — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:52:23 +0000

After almost two months of renovations, managing partners Casey Pond and Megan Carmody will unveil The ReelHouse Cinema & Draft in the coming weeks.

Billy Kennedy Takes On Virginia Foxx for 5th Congressional District Seat

Boone News — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:03:28 +0000

Billy Kennedy of Bethel will officially launch his first political campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday, February 8. Kennedy will file to be a candidate in the race for North Carolina's 5th Congressional District, the seat currently held by Rep.

Aiding Haiti: Local Groups, Organizations Support the Cause

Boone News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:49:12 +0000

Many High Country nonprofits and other groups have taken up the plight of the Haitian people after the January 12, magnitude-7.0 earthquake, and have organized events, made donations and otherwise contributed what they can.

Residents in mountains worry about icing overnight

Boone News — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 03:47:28 +0000

As night fell Friday in the North Carolina mountains, residents were concerned that the snow and rain would freeze overnight, bringing down power lines.

Town and Gown at its Besta “ASU and Town of Boone Celebrate Water Partnership

Boone News — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:08:12 +0000

ASU Chancellor Kenneth E. Peacock and Boone Mayor Loretta Clawson stand at the main valve of an interconnect between the university's and town's water systems.

Deaths for Thursday, Jan. 28

Boone News — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:45:38 +0000

Doris Ruth Funk Fort Mill, SC Doris Ruth Funk, 83, passed away Monday, January 18, 2010.

Citizensa Plan for Watauga Recommendation Summarya “Part II in Series…

Boone News — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:35:43 +0000

Part II in Series Provides Synopsis of Input from Plan Oversight Group, Citizens, Consultants on County's New Comprehensive Plan Story by Sam Calhoun Watauga County's Plan Oversight Group presented the county's new comprehensive plan, dubbed the 'Citizens' Plan for Watauga,' to the Watauga Commissioners this week.

Haircut 101a s Hot Lips 2010 Contest: Stop by, Pucker Upa “Contest Ends February 13

Boone News — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:24:58 +0000

The Hot Lips 2010 Contest is already underway, with about 14 entries as of press time, according to John Mena, owner of Haircut 101 in downtown Boone.

New Cooperative Extension Director Jim Hamilton Discusses Ice Storm Damage

Boone News — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:18:39 +0000

Jim Hamilton, the new Watauga County Cooperative Extension director, talks about the effects of the Christmas ice storm on area trees on Monday, January 25.

Watauga Dropout Program Awarded $84,000 State Granta “Childrena s…

Boone News — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:18:29 +0000

Rep. Cullie Tarleton and Sen. Steve Goss announced last week that the Children's Council of Watauga County was awarded $84,000 for the Pregnant and Parenting Teens Support Program.

Man Faces Murder Charges In Parents’ Deaths

Boone News — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:18:27 +0000

Yancey County sheriff's deputies arrested a North Carolina man in connection with his parents' slayings.

Boone man arrested for trying to fake out cashiers, taking liberties with a child

Boone News — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:39:57 +0000

A Boone, NC man has been arrested and charged with "taking indecent liberties with a child", obtaining property by false pretense and being a habitual felon.

Ice accumulating in High Country

Boone News — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 08:48:34 +0000

An all-day drizzle left a thin sheet of ice across much of Watauga, Ashe, Wilkes, and Alleghany counties Thursday.

Murphya s Boone Tour 2010 Beginning Friday With Live Music Line-up

Boone News — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:26:03 +0000

Returning to a familiar stage on Friday and Saturday, January 29 and 30, Corduroy Road, an Athens, Ga.-based band, comes back to Murphy's for two nights back to back.

Shelter Highlights 2009

Boone News — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:42:06 +0000

As 2010 begins, High Country Press' third section, Shelter, is almost four years old.

Quotes of the Year 2009

Boone News — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:22:45 +0000

January 15, 2009 "We are trying to create a website that drives tourism to Watauga County." -Watauga County Tourism Development Authority Chair Rob Holton, commenting on the authority's new website, www.exploreboonearea.com . January 22, 2009 "This decision was one of our most difficult as we had to balance the personal factors along with the ...

Baylor Grad, Supporter Drowns In Freak Accident While Son Watches

Boone News — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:21:28 +0000

BOONE, N.C. a 'Robert K. Todd, a 1980 Baylor graduate and longtime university supporter drowned as his 10-year-old son watched after falling into a partially frozen North Carolina lake while trying to rescue his dog.

What a Year! 2009 in Review Part 2 of 4: April through June

Boone News — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 01:20:41 +0000

What a Year! 2009 in Review - Part 2 of 4: April through June Compiled by Sam Calhoun and Anna Oakes April '09 This aerial photograph depicts a mountaintop removal mine near Rawl, West Virginia.

Carolina Chocolate Drops: Genuine Negro Jig & Tour

Boone News — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 01:18:22 +0000

Nonesuch Records is set to release Genuine Negro Jig , the label debut of North Carolina-based string band the Carolina Chocolate Drops on February 23.

‘An investment in knowledge’

Boone News — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:18:22 +0000

In January of 1910, a small group of residents opened Orange County's first public library , stocked with a small collection of books in the Session House of the Presbyterian church in Hillsborough.

Snow and bitter cold close mountain county schools

Boone News — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 01:06:31 +0000

The wind is a big problem in the North Carolina mountains. Meteorologist John Wendel is in Blowing Rock.

The Carolina Chocolate Drops: sweet stuff from the Piedmont

Boone News — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:59:23 +0000

Some music fans might be tempted to tag acoustic trio The Carolina Chocolate Drops as a stylish novelty act, but there are plenty of vibrant musical ideas bouncing and dancing within the North Carolina group's songs.

Creston man arrested in Boone home invasion

Boone News — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:57:53 +0000

Attendants in a Boone apartment complex on South Water Street banded together last week to thwart the efforts of a Creston mana s burglary attempt.

Investigation underway into multiple apartment break-ins

Boone News — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:40:19 +0000

The Watauga County, North Carolina Sheriff's Office needs your help to solve a string of home break-ins near Boone.

Volunteer teams needed for cleanup after ice storm in Boone, NC

Boone News — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:26:57 +0000

A state of emergency has been declared in Watauga County after a crippling ice storm hit on Christmas day, leaving thousands of residents without electrical power.

Man arrested on burglary charges in Boone, N.C.

Boone News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:45:26 +0000

Boone, N.C. police have arrested a man on charges of burglary and resisting arrest.

NC father raises 9 kids after wife’s death

Boone News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:37:30 +0000

The nine Saunders children around the table work over their gingerbread houses with the industry of elves.

Snow, Ice Still Causing Problems In NC Mountains

Boone News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 06:40:22 +0000

Santa was met Christmas Day by an ice storm that pounded parts of the NC Mountains.

News Story: Some in NC mountains see an icy Christmas morning

Boone News — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 06:36:12 +0000

A few counties in the North Carolina mountains woke up to an icy glaze Christmas morning, but officials say much of the region missed any major problems from freezing rain.

High Country United Way Encourages Residents to Make Honorary Gifts…

Boone News — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 06:32:25 +0000

The High Country Women's Fund is an initiative of High Country United Way, but runs a separate campaign, with its fiscal year running from July 1 to the end of June.

Icy forecast for western NC in time for Santa

Boone News — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 06:09:40 +0000

Forecasters say a major ice storm could be coming to the North Carolina mountains just in time for Christmas.

Watauga Elementary Snow Creations Going Up in Downtown Boonea “DBDA and …

Boone News — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 08:10:08 +0000

Thanks to an initiative by the Downtown Boone Development Association and Watauga County elementary school students and teachers, children from Hardin Park Elementary are making snow creations while Green Valley Elementary School children are making snowflakes in their classes so downtown Boone businesses-such as The Lucky Penny, pictured here-can ...

Affordable Housing Project Denied Rezoning by Boone Council

Boone News — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:57:56 +0000

Following lengthy discussion and testimony, the Boone Town Council voted 3-1 at its December 17 meeting to deny the rezoning of a property on Poplar Grove Road from R-1 Single Family Residential to Conditional District R-3 Multiple Family Residential.

Citizens Opposed to Boone Water Intake Prep Comments for USDAa “Public…

Boone News — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:36:36 +0000

Several citizens opposed to the Town of Boone's planned raw water intake in the Todd area of Watauga County plan to submit comments opposing the project to the U.S. Department of Agriculture , the agency providing a loan to the town for the project.

Haircut 101: 20 Years of Styling High Country Hair

Boone News — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:33:38 +0000

John Mena almost lost a finger to a table saw when he was building furniture more than 20 years ago.

Winter weather moving out

Boone News — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:17:09 +0000

The main area of snow, sleet and rain is now moving out of the state and weather conditions are improving.

Here They Come A-Wassailinga “Local Group Keeps Caroling Tradition Alive

Boone News — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 08:44:53 +0000

A group of women sings carols at Appalachian Brian Estates and Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living on Monday.

First Baptist Church of Boone Provides Annual Christmas Day Luncheon

Boone News — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:33:41 +0000

For more than two decades, First Baptist Church of Boone has provided a Christmas Day Luncheon.

Boone Council To Consider Smoking Bans, Annexations Thursday

Boone News — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:16:30 +0000

New smoking restrictions and the satellite annexation of several properties are among the items on the agenda for the monthly Boone Town Council meeting this Thursday, December 17.

Engineers Blow Up Rocks Along Closed US 321 In NC

Boone News — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:01:36 +0000

Crews say they are getting closer to reopening U.S. 321 into the North Carolina mountains.

Hamilton Hired As Watauga Extension Director

Boone News — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 08:57:31 +0000

Top: Jim Hamilton served as an extension agent in Watauga County from 2002 to 2005, when he worked with the Christmas tree industry.

Ringing Bells Herald Salvation Armya s Red Kettle Campaign

Boone News — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:44:43 +0000

Salvation Army Captain Teresa Della Monica presents a service award to Walmart Manager Tracy Stillwell as ringer Jon Morris looks on.

Boone’s intake plan gets OK in report

Boone News — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:22:33 +0000

An environmental assessment says that the town of Boone's controversial proposal to put a water intake in the South Fork of the New River on the Ashe/Watauga county line would have no permanent negative effects on stream flow, recreation or historically significant resources.

Rock slide closes road to Boone

Boone News — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:56:57 +0000

Published: Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 9:09 a.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 9:09 a.m. Part of a route to North Carolina's ski country is closed because of rock slide fears.

Ray’s Weather Center: Weather Forecasts for NC

Boone News — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:30:59 +0000

Ray's Weather Center just started out as a simple hobby for Dr. Ray Russell in 1999.

Christmas in the Mountains Volume 3 On Sale at 72 Locations

Boone News — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:17:35 +0000

The Hunger and Health Coalition's Christmas in the Mountains Volume 3 CD is now available on the shelves of 72 locations across the High Country.

Downtown Boone Art Crawl This Friday

Boone News — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 09:16:47 +0000

The monthly Downtown Boone Art Crawl takes place this Friday, December 4. Receptions at several downtown art galleries begin around 6:00 p.m. and continue throughout the evening.

My Worst Traveling Experience to Boone, NC

Boone News — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 05:00:40 +0000

It was a brisk Black Friday morning a few years ago. The weather had decided to be daunting and we were preparing to brave the chilly winter conditions in the mountains of Boone, NC.

North Carolina News: Rays Weather Boone N.C. Down, Easy Options to Connect

Boone News — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:12:41 +0000

Rays Weather Boone N.C. has been one of North Carolina's finest in supplying more than just a high country weather report.

Boone Christmas Parade December 12

Boone News — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:15:33 +0000

What: Post-parade reception Date: Saturday, December 12 Time: about 11:00 a.m. Location: Watauga County Public Library Cost: Free The Boone Christmas Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 12, and is themed "Celebration of Christmas," said Tuesdae Rice, executive director of the Downtown Boone Development Association .

Question-and-Answer with Boone Mayor Clawson

Boone News — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:02:15 +0000

In December, Loretta Clawson will be sworn in to her third term as mayor, which will be the first four-year mayoral term in Boone.

Boone Census Office Opens Thursday

Boone News — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 07:20:27 +0000

The 2010 census is coming up and one of the hundreds of offices throughout the country is in Boone... ...and they're holding an open house tomorrow.

High Country Green Box LLC Chosen for Green Business Fund…

Boone News — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:38:45 +0000

High Country Green Box partners Ethan Anderson and Casey Pond stand in front of the first permanent shipping container home built in North Carolina.

Weather smiles on Christmas trees

Boone News — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:22:25 +0000

Christmas tree lots in the area have opened for the 2009 holiday season, offering consumers some of the best trees grown in recent years.

Growing By Leaps and Boundsa “Community Care Clinic Hires Executive Director, Clinic Director

Boone News — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 06:07:04 +0000

Rebecca Moore was recently hired as the first executive director of Boone's Community Care Clinic.

Snow showers, cold winds coming to NC mountains

Boone News — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:49:50 +0000

The day after Thanksgiving could look more like a traditional Christmas scene in the North Carolina mountains.

Feature Photo: Boone Florist Moves to West King Street, Hosts Ribbon Cutting

Boone News — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:00:36 +0000

Boone Mayor Loretta Clawson and Boone's First Dog, Midge, helped cut the ribbon during a celebration on Friday, November 20, to announce the relocation of Boone Florist to 740 West King Street in downtown Boone, across from the fire station.

Boone Council Adopts Downtown Streetscape Plan

Boone News — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:39:03 +0000

The Downtown Streetscape Plan recommends new benches, signage, streetlights and trash receptacles for the downtown Boone area.

Man arrested in shooting death of N.C. college student

Boone News — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:52:36 +0000

Police in North Carolina have arrested a man in the accidental shooting death of a college student at an off-campus party.

Man killed by accidental gunfire in Boone, NC

Boone News — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:44:34 +0000

A man was killed by gunfire in an apartment complex near Appalachian State University over the weekend in Boone, NC.

App State student shot and killed close to campus

Boone News — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:28:16 +0000

We've learned a student at Appalachian State University was shot to death early Sunday morning.

Appalachian State Shooting Leaves Student Dead

Boone News — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:19:13 +0000

Boone police said an overnight shooting on the campus of Appalachian State University has left a 19-year-old student dead.

High Country Holiday Checklista “Your Guide to the 2009 Holiday Season

Boone News — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:12:09 +0000

Check the High Country Press weekly now through the end of the year for a listing of local holiday events.

Mountain Top Promotions Christmas Craft Show November 27 to 29 at…

Boone News — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:59:15 +0000

Date: Friday to Sunday, November 27 to 29 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday/12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday Location: Boone Mall Cost: Free admission For the better part of a decade, those in the know have been crossing friends and family off their Christmas shopping lists with ease and excitement thanks to Mountain Top Promotion's annual ...

Tellabration at Jones House November 21a “Tales To Be Told by Three Well-Known Storytellers

Boone News — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:39:04 +0000

Charlotte Ross tells a story at Tellabration two years ago. Ross, an ASU professor who is also a nationally known storyteller, will be at the Jones House on Saturday, November 21, along with storytellers Sandra Gudger and Mountain TLC.

Holiday Farmersa and Craft Markets

Boone News — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:18:24 +0000

Christmas trees and wreaths are available at area holiday markets, including the Watauga County Farmers' Market .

Free to Breathe 5K an…

Boone News — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:11:19 +0000

Greensboro, NC 27407 Off of Grandover Parkway 4512 Weybridge Lane Greensboro, NC 27407 Driving Directions: The event is located off of I-85. Take the Groometown Rd/Grandover Resort exit.

Appalachian Voices Hosts Open House November 19

Boone News — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:42:13 +0000

On Thursday, November 19, the community is invited to Appalachian Voices, located at 191 Howard Street in downtown Boone, to meet the staff and learn about environmental issues in Appalachia.

High Country Set to Honor Veteransa “Veterans Day November 11

Boone News — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:38:32 +0000

What started as a remembrance for one war has turned into a day to honor all who have served in the armed forces.

High Country Conservancy Hike at Bear Paw State Natural Area November 14

Boone News — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:36:22 +0000

Enjoy views of Grandfather Mountain and Hanging Rock Ridge on an open-to-the-public hike on November 14 in the new Bear Paw State Natural Area led by High Country Conservancy.

Boone News — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:34:46 +0000

As he approaches his 91st birthday Saturday, evangelist Billy Graham says his 'heart is filled with gratitude.' Graham, the world-famous evangelist who lives in Montreat outside Asheville, plans to have a quiet birthday, visiting with family members at his home.

Boone, NC man charged with sexual abuse

Boone News — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:46:23 +0000

A Boone, NC man is in jail today after police allege he sexually abused a juvenile.

Orville Hicks, Julia Taylor Ebel Honored by NC Society of Historians

Boone News — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:15:34 +0000

The North Carolina Society of Historians honored author Julia Taylor Ebel with a number of awards for her contributions to the preservation of North Carolina.

Family Photo Shoot at The Childrena s Playhouse Saturday and Sunday

Boone News — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:56:08 +0000

Photographers Maggie Farrington, Savannah Strickland, Eli Morgan, Kristian Jackson and Kayla Morton have volunteered their time to offer a low cost photo session at The Children's Playhouse this Saturday and Sunday.

Plane makes emergency landing at Boone airport

Boone News — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:19:54 +0000

Published in The Watauga Democrat Oct. 27, 2009 A pilot experiencing mechanical difficulty made an emergency landing at the Boone airport off Bamboo Road Monday evening.

Cyclocross Riders Set for 3rd Annual Hawksnest Crossfest November 1

Boone News — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:10:09 +0000

Boone's Aran Cacciola is followed by a host of riders as he takes a curve in the Hawksnest Cyclocross two years ago.

Business Spotlight: Skyline Membership Corporation and Skybest Communications

Boone News — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:05:16 +0000

Skyline Membership Corporation, under its wholly-owned subsidiary Skybest Communications, is bringing state-of-the-art business services to downtown Boone.

The Architectural History of Watauga County Released Last Fridaya “Book Highly Acclaimed at Reception

Boone News — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:53:13 +0000

A book signing reception was held last Friday, October 23, at the Jones House in downtown Boone for The Architectural History of Watauga County , a hardback coffee table book about 30 years in the making.

Judgement House at Howarda s Creek Baptist Church Starts Friday

Boone News — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:39:46 +0000

Satan and his demons from last year's Judgement House production at Howard's Creek Baptist Church.

Question Around the Office

Boone News — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:30:17 +0000

Researched by Sam Calhoun Any motorist traveling through Boone last Thursday, October 22, around 2:00 p.m. knows that getting around town was less than easy.

Boone To Consider New Historical Preservation Commission November 2

Boone News — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:27:31 +0000

The public can comment on the proposed creation of a Historic Preservation Commission in Boone on Monday, November 2, at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Council's quarterly public hearing at the Town Council Chambers.

Citizensa Plan for Watauga Community Meetings November 2, 3 and…

Boone News — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:37:34 +0000

In 2007, the Watauga County Board of Commissioners authorized the preparation of a comprehensive plan for the county and appointed a seven-member Plan Oversight Group to guide the preparation of the plan, which is called the "Citizens' Plan for Watauga." In late 2007 and early 2008, the Plan Oversight Group sponsored a series of community meetings ...

Stick Boy Mayview Madness 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run November 7a “Register Before October 31 and Save $5

Boone News — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:23:59 +0000

Runners travel toward the finish line during last year's Mayview Manor 5K run. This year's race begins at the Blowing Rock School at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 7, and more than 30 competitors have already registered to participate.