Johnson County TN Schools Announce Two Day Closure Due To Flu, Strep, and other Viruses
The Johnson County TN School system has announced they will be closed at least two days this week due to the number of cases related to sickness. … Read more
Fire Crews Respond To Saturday Chimney Fire On Rominger Road, Countywide Chimney Fire Dispatches Almost To 2017-18 Totals
Multiple agencies responded to a chimney fire on Rominger Road on Saturday evening. Jay Kerley, Watauga County Assistant Fire Marshal, tells WataugaOnline.com that there was … Read more
Winter Storm Warning In Effect From 6pm Tuesday To 4pm Wednesday – Feb 19-20, 2019
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Surry-Watauga-Wilkes-Grayson- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Dobson, Boone, Wilkesboro, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney 333 PM EST Mon Feb 18 2019 …WINTER … Read more
Fire Destroys Home In Todd On Sunday
Multiple fire departments responded to a structure fire in Todd on Sunday. The home, at 225 Betsy Circle, took much of the afternoon to fully … Read more
NCDOT, NC State Working to Improve Bridge Lifespan
RALEIGH – The N. C. Department of Transportation and N.C. State University are teaming up to improve the longevity of bridges across the state. “This … Read more
Winter Storm Watch In Effect From Tuesday Afternoon Through Wednesday Afternoon – Feb 19-20, 2019
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Winter Weather Advisory In Effect From 1am To 1pm Sunday – Feb 17, 2019
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney 410 PM EST Sat Feb 16 2019 …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY … Read more
NC Attorney General: This Tax Season, Don’t Lose Out to Fraudulent Tax Preparers
Tax season is here, and you may be considering hiring a tax preparer to help you file your taxes. Before you do, follow these tips … Read more
Number Of Power Outages On Tuesday Night & Wednesday Due To High Winds
High winds led to a number of power outages in the High Country on Tuesday night and Wednesday. 371 Blue Ridge Energy members in Watauga … Read more
Ford Motor Company Issues Recalls on Select 2011-13 Ford F-150s, Select 2017-19 Lincoln Continentals, Select 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus & Lincoln Navigator
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 13, 2019 – Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety recalls and a safety compliance recall in North America. Details are as follows: … Read more
Grandfather Mountain Sets New Wind Gust Record Early Wednesday Morning
As a High Wind Warning remained in effect for the High Country, Grandfather Mountain set a new wind gust record. Via social media post, Grandfather … Read more
Boone Police Make Arrest In Stolen Automobile From Charlotte Dealership
Officers with the Boone Police Department made an arrest on Tuesday regarding a reported stolen automobile from a Charlotte dealership. James Monroe Johnson Jr , 46 … Read more
Police Chase That Began In Wilkes County Leads To Arrest Of Juvenile Driver In Watauga County
A police chase that began in Wilkes County lead to the arrest of a juvenile driver in Watauga County. According to a Watauga County Sheriff’s Office … Read more
NC360 Offers 360-Degree Views of N.C. Attractions
Raleigh – North Carolina is launching NC360, an online immersive experience that allows anyone across the world to virtually explore the state’s natural and cultural … Read more
Carolinas See Slight Jump In Gas Prices On The Week
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (February 11, 2019) – Nearly half of all states, including North and South Carolina, saw a small jump in gas prices on the … Read more
February 9-16 Proclaimed Court Reporting and Captioning Week in North Carolina
Governor Cooper has issued a proclamation marking February 9 – 16, 2019, as Court Reporting and Captioning Week in North Carolina. This week of recognition was originally announced by the National Court … Read more
High Wind Warning In Effect From 7pm Until 5pm Wednesday – Feb 12-13, 2019
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney 332 AM EST Tue Feb 12 2019 …HIGH WIND WARNING … Read more
Wildlife Commission Unveils Newly Designed License Plate
RALEIGH, N.C.— The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission recently unveiled its newly designed Wildlife Conservation License Plate, which features an artistic drawing of a Pine Barrens … Read more
Beech Mountain and Edge of the World bring the ski slopes to Cove Creek
Watauga County Schools was lucky last week to end up in the middle of a bout of mid-winter warm weather, but that didn’t stop … Read more
Dense Fog Will Cause Travel Issues Along Higher Elevations This Evening – Monday Feb 11, 2019
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US & North Carolina Flags Lowered In Memory of Representative Walter Jones
Governor Roy Cooper today ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered immediately to half-staff in tribute to Representative … Read more
Two Departments Respond To Chimney Fire In Zionville On Sunday
Fire crews with Zionville Fire and Cove Creek Fire responded to a reported structure fire at a home along Highway 421 on Sunday afternoon. Chief Don … Read more
Power Outages Impact Sections of Valle Crucis & Matney Early Monday Morning
Portions of Valle Crucis and Matney were affected by power outages early Monday morning. According to Blue Ridge Energy, at 3 am a creek washed … Read more
Heavy Rainfall Expected This Week, Gusty Winds Over 60mph Possible
The High Country is in store for possible heavy rainfall twice this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). In a Monday update, NWS … Read more
Missing Hiker Found and Safely Removed from China Creek Trail
A Charlotte man was found uninjured on Sunday after getting lost on a local hiking trail Saturday. Search crews from Blowing Rock Fire & Rescue, … Read more
Light Freezing Rain and Sleet At Times Through Early Evening – Sunday Feb 10, 2019
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Wilkes-Grayson- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, Wilkesboro, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney 504 PM EST Sun Feb 10 2019 …Light freezing … Read more
Search For Missing Hiker Continues Sunday
UPDATED – Missing Hiker Found and Safely Removed from China Creek Trail Update Sunday Feb 10 12:51 – Mr. Sanady has been located uninjured, according to Watauga … Read more
Light Wintry Mix Possible This Morning – Sunday Feb 10, 2019
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Wilkes-Smyth-Grayson- Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, Wilkesboro, Marion, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney 919 AM EST Sun Feb 10 2019 …A … Read more
App State Alum Howard Savors ‘Amazing’ Super Bowl Experience
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State Football alum A.J. Howard will receive a Super Bowl ring. Luckily, he avoided stitches. Howard, who finished a standout career … Read more
Lowering of the US and NC Flags to half-staff extended through Sunday for Principal Chief of the Meherrin Nation
As we continue to honor the life of former Representative John David Dingell, Jr., please also join us as we pay tribute to the life … Read more
Lowering of the US and NC Flags to half-staff through sunset on February 9, 2019 in honor of the passing of Rep. Dingell
Update – The lowering of flags has been extended until Sunday to include the passing of the Principal Chief of the Meherrin Nation Governor Roy … Read more
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System Facilities Limit Visitation Due To An Increase In Flu Cases
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (ARHS) has put visitation restrictions in place at all of their locations due to flu cases increasing in the High Country and … Read more
Special Committee on School Shootings Presents Recommendations to Governor Roy Cooper
Raleigh Feb 7, 2019 – To strengthen school safety and help prevent school shootings, North Carolina schools needs to ramp up training for law enforcement … Read more
Watauga Riverkeeper to hold “live staking” volunteer days to stabilize riverbanks, prevent erosion
Boone, N.C. – Over the next few months, Watauga Riverkeeper Andy Hill will hold a series of “live staking” volunteer days to stabilize riverbanks and … Read more
NCDHHS: Flu Activity Widespread in North Carolina
Raleigh Feb 7, 2019 – Influenza activity is rising in North Carolina as we move closer to the peak of the 2018-19 flu season. Although … Read more
High Point Halal Meats voluntarily recalls product produced without the benefit of inspection
RALEIGH – High Point Halal Meats in High Point is voluntarily recalling all production lots of chicken, lamb and beef products because they were produced … Read more
Wind Advisory In Effect Until 8pm This Evening – Friday Feb 8, 2019
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Avery County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Finding Missing Child
Update from Avery County Sheriff’s Office – The father and son have been located at a family member’s residence in Alabama. They are in good health … Read more
Type A Flu Outbreak Impacting Ashe County Schools, Elizabethton TN City Schools Closed Thursday & Friday, Watauga Not Highly Impacted
Update Thursday, Feb 7 3:45 pm – Due to the increase in the flu outbreak, Ashe County Schools will be closed Friday, February 8, 2019, … Read more
Fire Reported At Super 8 Early Thursday Morning
UPDATE 3:23 pm Thursday, Feb 7 – The cause into the early morning fire at Super 8 on Highway 105 continues. Captain Jacob Burleson, spokesman for … Read more
Fiat Chrysler Recalling Over 750,000 Dodge Ram Trucks For Steering Linkage & Adjustable Pedal Issues
Fiat Chrysler has issued two different recalls affecting certain model year Dodge Ram trucks. The company is recalling an estimated 573,876 heavy-duty trucks in the … Read more
Valle Crucis School wins WCS Mock Trial Competition
Valle Crucis’ Eighth Grade Mock Trial Team proved its prowess in the courtroom at Appalachian State University recently, taking home the top spot in the … Read more
State Approves Funding for Six Airport Projects, Ashe County Airport On The List
RALEIGH – Improvements at six North Carolina airports are moving forward after the N.C. Board of Transportation decided during its January meeting to approve state … Read more
NC Attorney General Warning: watch out for fake letters about deployed service members
Fort Bragg officials are warning people about a recent scam involving fake deployment letters. You may receive a letter that appears to be signed by … Read more
Work Opportunity Tax Credit Helped More North Carolina Employers Hire In 2018
Raleigh Jan 30, 2019 – The North Carolina Department of Commerce issued more than 75,000 Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) certifications to more than 2,500 employers … Read more
No Mention of Snow This Week But Cool Down Coming For Weekend
The High Country gets a break from bitterly cold temperatures and wintry precipitation this week before the next cooldown begins this weekend. High temperatures nearly reached … Read more
Local Agencies Address Recent Overdose Response in Watauga County
On Thursday January 31st, the Watauga County Sheriff’s Office, Boone Police Department, Watauga Medics, and Watauga County Rescue responded to several medical and overdose calls … Read more
Grandfather Mountain announces 2019 schedule of events
With 2019 underway, Grandfather Mountain’s calendar of events is in peak condition. With a mission to inspire conservation of the natural world by helping guests … Read more
Appalachian to conduct full test of its emergency notification system Feb. 6
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University will conduct a full test of its emergency notification system — including siren, email, voice and text messaging and … Read more