And Now, A Look Back At 2006

Newspapers Have New Looks For The New Year

Legislative Makeup Could Be Beneficial To Commissioners
As the next session of the North Carolina General Assembly prepares to convene, county governments could be in better shape to push their legislative goals.

Bioterrorism, Public Health Act Signed Into Law
U.S. Sen. Richard Burr’s first major bill since his election in 2004 was signed into law Tuesday by Pres. George Bush.

Florida Physician Faces Child
Molestation Charges
Dr. George Pyke Has Ties To High Country

Appstate.net Seeks Broadband For Everyone
Two years ago, local Internet service provider Appstate.net embarked on a mission.


Tree Growers Survey Cancelled
After a successful Christmas tree season, local growers and tree marketers may be missing a tool that’s just as important as a chainsaw and a baler.


RedTail Mountain Features 720-Acre Gated Community
Call it a mountain of a development.

Mountain Keepers Offers Green Resolutions
As the new year approaches many people are deciding on their New Year’s resolutions.

School System Tests New Communication System
ALERTNOW Notifies Parents Of School Closings

Newly Formed Non-Profit Benefits Education
The Appalachian Foundation for Learning is a newly established 501C3 tax-exempt charitable organization whose sole purpose is to provide grants to deserving educational institutions and individuals.

Appalachian’s Institute For Senior Scholars Plans
Winter Classes
Retired residents of the High Country looking for something interesting to do this winter should consider the Institute for Senior Scholars at Appalachian State University.

BREW Flatout Flatty Wins Again
The BREW Flatout Flatty has done it again.