School Board Approves Watauga High School’s Next Principal
The search for Watauga High School’s next principal came to an end Monday night.

Judge Makes Courtroom Safety A Priority
“I’ll tell you what happened after the Atlanta shooting; my mom called me about a dozen times and told me I needed to get a bullet-proof vest.”

High Country Sees Increased Gas Prices
After last week, drivers in the High Country may look fondly on December 2004.


Commissioners, School Board Discuss Long-Term Plans
The board of commissioners and school board met Friday morning to discuss long-term planning for future school repairs, focusing on renovation and expansion of the high school.



ASU Plans Quality Inn Purchase
Hotel To Become Student Housing



County Looks At New Jail Proposal
Watauga County’s new jail may expand by up to 34 additional beds under a proposal discussed during the county commissioners’ retreat on Saturday.


Heritage Tourism Development Officer Starts Work
The new Heritage Tourism Development officer for the area, Helen Ruth Almond, has hit the ground running and is already accomplishing quite a bit.



Thieves Target Rural Mailboxes
The roadside mailbox is a familiar icon of rural America.