Not Just A Principal . . .But A Friend For Life
Gary Childers Says “Good-bye” After 33 Years

Downtown Boone Plans for July 4th Parade
New DBDA Director Tuesdae Rice Chairs First Meeting

County Considers Available Funds vs. Tax Increase
Watauga County commissioners responded to questions about using available funds for school needs rather than implementing a tax increase.

Planning Commission Fine Tunes Community Appearance Standards
It appears the town of Boone’s proposed community appearance standards may be all in order.

Parkway Opens Repaired Roadway
The Blue Ridge Parkway reopened a damaged section of roadway this past weekend, just in time for Memorial Day travel.

High Country Conservancy Promotes Preservation
The High Country Conservancy held its first corporate breakfast to tell local businesses how they could help save the places they and their clients love.

Study Aims To Curb High-Risk Drinking Among College Students
A statewide study is continuing its efforts to reduce the incidence of high-risk drinking among local college students.

SPARC Announces Additional Alcohol Sales Compliance Checks
Meeting Provides Information To Retailers, Vendors

Lobbyist Reform Bill Supporter Visits Boone
Supporters of a lobbyist reform bill hope that legislators will address the issue this year in the face of growing public awareness.

Blowing Rock Instructor Earns County Teacher Of The Year Award




Gateway to Appalachian State
Turchin Center New Wing Grand Opening June 3rd

Children’s Playhouse Faces Funding Issues
The Children’s Playhouse of Boone is unique, but is in some ways the typical small agency fighting for funding and survival.

Banner Elk Office Open Weekdays