Town Issues “Booting” Regulations
Boone businesses will have to follow a few more rules before applying the “boot” to unwanted parked cars.

Hannah Building To House Alliance Of Non-Profits
An alliance of non-profit agencies will occupy the Hannah Building after approval by the Watauga County commissioners.

Community Garden Promotes Sustainable Living
Matt Cooper doesn’t intend to simply cultivate a community garden, but to cultivate a legacy of sustainability.

The Real ID Is Really Coming
New Federally-Approved ID Card Hits Town In 2008

Problems Continue For Two Rivers Community School
Construction and renovations may jeopardize Watauga County’s first charter school before it can even get underway.

Commissioners Discuss Tag Office Closing
The Watauga County commissioners had a few things to say about the closing of the local license plate office, agreeing Monday to push for a new office.

Watauga School Board Approves 2005-2006 Budget
Members of the Watauga County Board of Education approved the Watauga County Schools 2005-2006 budget at their Sept. 12 meeting.

A Monument for Posterity
Daniel Boone Marker Dedicated at Rivers Park

County Approves Four-Year Tax Revaluation Schedule
Look for property tax values to be adjusted next year, after the Watauga County commissioners formally voted on Monday to shift to a four-year revaluation schedule.

Lees-McRae College to Hold Inauguration of 13th President
David W. Bushman will be inaugurated as Lees-McRae College’s 13th president at 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30.

Commissioners Hear Construction Updates
The Watauga County commissioners heard construction updates on two major projects during Monday’s regular meeting.