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Brookshire Road Residents Complain About Traffic, Attitudes
A straightforward request to the Boone Board of Adjustment last Thursday night led to neighborhood complaints.

The Horn Asks for Big Bucks
Board member Bill Farthing of the Southern Appalachian Historical Society and Ceylon Barclay, the new general manager of Horn in the West, appeared before the Watauga County Board of Commissioners.

Kucinich Calls for Change in National Priorities
Presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) walked onstage at ASU’s Rosen Concert Hall early Saturday morning to a standing ovation.

>> Kucinich in His Own Words

State Outlines Latest New River Plan
Presentation in Ashe County.

Economist Discusses Importance Of Service Sector
America has become a service economy, but that’s not a bad thing.

What’s In Your Water?
Upcoming conference highlights new citizen tool for water quality.

Forest Service Facilities Open For Season
Wildlife, tree pest management in forefront.

Joyce Watson Closes Her Ledger
Boone Finance Director Retires

Chefs Show Slice Of Sophistication With Super Supper At Salute
Hundreds of High Country culinary connoisseurs went home full and content last weekend.

Don’t Purchase Easter Pets Without Thinking Ahead
With Easter around the corner, baby chicks, ducks and rabbits are popping up in stores across the state.

Cleanup Day, Litter Sweep Promote Pride In Area’s Appearance
Foes of High Country litter have the perfect opportunity to clean Boone and Watauga County roadsides this month.