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highcountryWEEKLY....................................
 Beauty
Beyond The Crown
She walks into the local library for an interview
. . . heads turn while onlookers know there is something
special about her. Most assuredly, her outward appearance
is something to behold, but what rests beneath the dazzling
smile, a beauty queen title, and the crown she wears with
dignity, tell us the “rest of the story,” about
Brittany Akers.
New
Technology Provides Old-Fashioned House Calls
When Norman Cheek underwent hip replacement surgery,
the little dealer with the big heart was more or less homebound
for a matter of months.
Cobbler
Shoppe Bids Farewell
After 89 years of serving the feet of the High
Country, the Cobbler Shoppe has soled its last shoe.
 A
Civil War Submarine Tells All
Readers
of all ages love a good mystery. When that mystery also
has the elements of local history, war, sea adventures,
and scientific forensic sleuths, it is indeed hard to resist.
Pioneer Of
Gene Targeting Talks March 15 At Appalachian
Appalachian State University’s Morgan Lecture Series
features a lecture by Dr. Mario Capecchi of the University
of Utah.
A
History of Saving Lives
Watauga County Red Cross Book Signing at Mast
Store in Boone Saturday
wataugaWEEKLY........................................
 Boone
Mall Hosts Volunteer Fest
Janet Pepin wants to connect potential volunteers with the
organizations who need them. The Volunteer Resource Center’s
executive director, Pepin is helping organize the 2005 Volunteer
Fest, which will be Saturday, March 12 from 11 a.m. to 4
p.m. at the Boone Mall.
Mountain
Alliance Reaches Youth Through Adventure
Editor’s Note: This is part of a series to raise awareness
about High Country United Way Agencies.
 Couple
Relies On Training While Volunteering With Red Cross
Editor’s Note: To celebrate March as American Red Cross
Month “The Mountain Times” is running a series
of articles about award-winning volunteers from the Watauga
County Chapter. This week’s story features Dr. Geri
Miller and Dr. Ron Hood, who have been named the chapter’s
co-volunteers of the year for disaster services.
Empty
Bowls Dinner Set for March 19
WHS Students & Area Restaurants Help Hunger Coalition
Stacking
Pancakes And Climbing Walls
Non-Profit Organizations Raise Funds With Day
Of Activities At Watauga High School
Powerful
Drama Depicts Crucifixion and Resurrection Of Christ
Free Tickets Available But Going Fast
Boone
Area Children’s Clothing Sale Coming Soon
Spring Sales Event A Unique Opportunity
“Iron
and Silk” Selected For Appalachian’s Summer Reading
Program
Manufacturer
Honors Local Persons With Awards
Clearing
The Way
asheWEEKLY..............................................
 Seniors
Coordinate Fashion Show At ACHS With Uptown Threads
A fashion show held at Ashe County High School
and organized by the Uptown Threads Fashion Advisory Board
went very well again this year.
Used
Car Ministry To Target Teens
A new and innovative used car ministry has started
in Ashe County strictly to let the community know that someone
cares about them.
 Local
Tsunami Relief Campaign Closes In Success
The combined efforts of Jefferson’s Old Town
Association, West Jefferson Business Association and Ashe
County Chamber of Commerce provided $1,300.25 for tsunami
relief.
Tuition-Free
College Courses Offered For High School Students
Ashe Center To Host Parent’s Night On March
7
A.S.H.E.
Thanks Community For Support
Needs Are Ongoing, Wish List Presented
Vast
Array Of Opportunities Exist for Hospice Volunteers
Training Set To Begin March 15
Princeton
Invites Area Gifted Students To Summer Study
Camp
Ginger Cascades Offers Place To Make Friends & Memories
Talent
Search Travels Nationwide
Educators
Attend NCCAT Seminar
Agricultural
Trails Meeting Scheduled Next Thursday
Local
Students Serve As Health Forum Emcees
Local
Trooper Is Promoted To Higher Rank
Snow
Birds And Snowy Weather
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Boone
Healthy
Children: Eating Smart And Moving More Workshop Held
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