ARCHIVES POSTED APRIL 27, 2006

Gas Prices Keep Climbing It’s gas, but it’s certainly not a gas for anyone who owns an automobile. Town Opposes Forest Land Sales Before a hefty slew of requested appearances, the Boone Town Council made short work of numerous items at its regular meeting last Thursday. Trail Work Continues At Elk Knob The Elk Knob State Natural Area, one of the newest additions to the state park system, is getting warmed up for summer as work continues on the development of trails through the mountain that bridges Watauga and Ashe counties. Agriculture Is An Aging Business A survey of local farmers reinforced U.S. Census data that shows agriculture is an increasingly aging business, and changes in tobacco pricing have led many to discontinue the crop. County Considers Updated Animal Control Ordinance Watauga’s updated animal control ordinance is still a long way from complete as planners seek more information before submitting the ordinance for a public hearing. Appearance Commission Gives Annual Report During its regular meeting Tuesday, the Boone Town Council heard the annual report presentation from the Boone Community Appearance Commission. Community Gives Input At Task Force Session Members of the Boone community spoke their minds at the Boone Steep Slope and Multi-Family Development Task Force’s public input session. County Reviews Capital Improvement Plan The annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a tool to look at long-term needs as well as assist county administration and commissioners in budgeting. Newly Identified Resident Found In New River On Thursday March 16, two local anglers, Curtis Gentry and Fred Fogel caught an unidentified creature in the New River. County Anticipates Occupancy Tax Revenue Watauga County is expected to collect nearly $300,000 in occupancy taxes in the first year under the new tax. Planners Discuss Regional Growth In its continuing discussion on regional growth, the Boone Area Planning Commission opted to meet with its Watauga County and Appalachian State University counterparts to work on a master development plan. Car Booting Stirs Debate Downtown Boone Parking Lot Policy Irks Some Merchants Immigration Bill Draws Local Attention A bill to address immigrant workers has drawn the attention of some local officials and farmers.

Summer Camps Provide Fun, Learning About Life Fundraising Bike Ride This Sunday Proceeds Benefit Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust Three Elegant Events Raise Funds For Non-Profit Organizations A trio of events this weekend and next week will give High Country residents the chance to enjoy fine food, music, dancing and auction bargains while helping non-profit organizations.

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