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 Decorated
Soldier Welcomed Home
He served his country with pride, including a
year’s stint in Iraq, literally in the heat of the
battle, and now, much to his family’s delight and answered
prayers, he has returned safely home.
U.S.
Constitution Topic Of Sept. 16 Talk
It’s only 6,000 words long and takes about 30
minutes to read, but when is the last time you read the
U.S. Constitution from beginning to end?
Library
Hosts 9/11 Panel Discussion, Child Obesity Speaker
High Country residents can learn what it
was like to volunteer in Washington, D.C., and New York
City immediately after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11,
2001.
 Dog
Day Afternoon
Okay. Here’s the situation. It’s 11
a.m. and little Johnny has left the house and gone out to
play. Two hours later, mom calls out to Johnny that lunch
is ready. No response. She calls again and again, but with
no answer.
Black
Bear Books Hosts Book Signing
It’s
A Family Affair
In addition to Tai Chi, Grace has learned the
Fan, Cane and Sword forms of martial arts
‘Baby’
Is A Champion
It's official. The town of Boone is home to a
champion sugar maple tree.
 A
New Way To Care
Men and women across America have begun exploring
the world of herbs, homeopathic remedies, acupuncture and
chiropractic care as they supplement the care and treatments
offered by conventional medicine.
 In
Time Of Need
Hidden Heroes, established by the V.F.W.
departments of North Carolina, Virginia, Missouri and Texas,
raises money for families of deployed and wounded soldiers
and veterans across the country.
Playhouse
Debuts New “Creative Classroom”
Romp & Stomp Time, Music and Movement Classes
add New Kid Diversions for the Fall
Appalachian
High School Reunion This Saturday
Classes 1939 Through 1965 Reconvene at Broyhill
Inn
 Library
Card Provides Free Access To World Of Knowledge
Where can High Country residents find movies,
music and a children’s section plus information about
computers, family history, health and school subjects?
Flyin’
High At 83
HCUW
Campaign Kickoff Features Fun For Whole Family
Live music, square dancing, barbecue and an Airwalk.
Boone
Service League Holds First Women’s Forum Sept. 6
High Country women can gain insight from
some local movers and shakers this month thanks to the Boone
Service League (BSL).
Boone
Holds 9/11 Day Of Remembrance Sept. 10
Boone will honor America’s past and present
heroes this month.
Locals
Attend Town and Gown Conference
ASU, Community Look To Build Relationship
Don’t
Throw Out That Old Computer
Send It To Uruguay
 Remembering
Ray
The storytellers in attendance at last Saturday’s
7th Annual Jack Tales Festival in Blowing Rock celebrated
the life of Beech Mountain’s Ray Hicks with plenty
of stories and songs.
N.C.
Center For Women In Public Service Sponsors Workshop In
Boone
Farm
City To Celebrate Fifty Years In Watauga County
Nominations For Awards Now Being Accepted
Banjo
Pickers
Community
Shows Support For Law Enforcement, Emergency Services
 WYN
Celebrates 20 Years, Expands Services
Hundreds of people helped the Watauga Youth Network
celebrate two decades of service to children Aug. 27.
Going
Once, Going Twice...!
Holston
Camp’s 50th Birthday Saturday
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Did
you know...?
Soda bottle plastics (Poly-ethylene terephthalate
or PETE) are basically the same as polyester and can
be recycled into T-shirts and other clothing, carpet
and stuffed animals. It can also be used to make new
bottles and a wide variety of other products.
Thanks for recycling!
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 IDA
Program Helping To Build Bright Futures
For almost a year now the Success Highway Individual
Development Account Program has been helping citizens in
Ashe and Alleghany Counties move closer towards their dreams.
Mothers
To Mothers Consignment Sale Offers Win-Win Situation For
Families
The North Wilkesboro First United Methodist Church’s
Mothers to Mothers group is busy organizing its fourth consignment
sale.
Riverview
Prepares For Show
Riverview Community Center in Creston is
getting ready for its 3rd Annual Antiques Show and Flea
Market
 Magnolia
Recognizes New Fashion Board Members
Three seniors at Ashe County High School
have been chosen for the Magnolia Fashion Board.
Boone
VFW Poker Run To Benefit Hidden Heroes
The 1st Annual Boone VFW Poker Run is scheduled
for Sept. 10th.
Ashe,
Alleghany Christmas Tree Growers To Hold Expo
All Proceeds Benefit Ashe - Alleghany Scholarship
Fund
 10th
Annual Walk For Life Scheduled In Jefferson
The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center (APCC) will be holding
their 10th Annual Walk For Life on Saturday, Sept. 10th
at 9 a.m. at the First Assembly of God on Faw-Roland Road
in Jefferson.
Friends
Of The Library Set New Sales Record In July
Special Sales Kick Off Every Few Weeks
A.S.H.E.
Shelter Dedication Planned Thursday
Ashe County’s domestic violence shelter was
named recently in honor of Monica Sue Martin.
21st
Century Community Learning Center 4-H TRAC Program Underway
3rd
Annual Quilt Fair
The Quilt Fair is hosted by the Ashe County Piecemakers
Quilt Guild.
Citizens
Have Opportunity To Become A Voice For A Child
Are you interested in improving your community?
Ashe
Parks And Recreation Now Taking Park Reservations For 2006
Season
N.C.
Center For Women In Public Service Sponsors Workshop In
Boone
Commemorative
9/11 Posters With Stephen Shoemaker Art Available Now
New
Sculpture Displayed At Civic Center
New
Rock-n-Roll Tumbling Program Registering New Students Now
Lions
Collect Supplies For Local High School Students
Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony Held At Doghouse Resort
Sept.
16 Symposium Will Address Children’s Literacy
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Boone
National Appeal For Blood Donors Underway
Lovin' Spoonful (cooking)
Sweet Tea 
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