Boone Police File More Charges Against Child Predator
The Boone Police Department has filed more charges against a man arrested earlier this year for crimes related to a minor. Michael Justin Hagaman, 39 … Read more
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Valle Crucis Native And Life Long Educator Among Appalachian Alumni Inducted Into The Reich College of Education Rhododendron Society
*Information provided by Heather Brandon/Appalachian Today * A native of Valle Crucis, and over 30 year educator, was among four people recently inducted into the Reich … Read more
Governor Cooper Announces Finish Line Grants Program to Help Community College Students Complete Training
A program to help community college students who face unforeseen financial emergencies complete their training has been announced by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper. The “Finish … Read more
Crime Stoppers Seeks Help With Kia Sportage Theft From Hospitality House
High Country Crime Stoppers and Boone Police seek the public’s assistance in solving the following crime: On June 30, 2018, at 10:17 a.m., a 2002 … Read more
Noxious Hogweed Plant Making National & Regional News, Known To Grow In Watauga County
Hogweed, a biennial plant in the carrot family, is making recent headlines both nationally and regionally but many may not know that is growing in … Read more
Second Minor Earthquake Recorded In Avery County This Week
Another minor earthquake was recorded in Avery County marking the second one this week. The 1.9 magnitude quake was recorded at 1:20 am Wednesday morning … Read more
Wildlife Commission Requests Help in Reporting Wild Turkey Observations
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public assistance in reporting observations of wild turkeys this summer. Through Aug. 31, wild turkey sightings by volunteers … Read more
AAA: Gas Prices Up On The Week, Down On The Month As Demand Remains High
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 9, 2018) – North Carolina’s statewide gas average ($2.67) is up two cents on the week and South Carolina’s $2.53 average is … Read more
Ideas Sought in Early Stage of West Jefferson Improvement, Meeting Set For Thoughts On South Jefferson Street
NORTH WILKESBORO – A proposed project to increase the safety of drivers along South Jefferson Avenue in Ashe County is in its infancy. The project … Read more
NC Attorney General: Be Aware Of Vacation Rental Scams
Raleigh – As summer vacations begin, you may be looking to book vacation rentals for your summer trips. Be careful as you make these reservations … Read more
ASU Campus Emergency Siren Test To Be Conducted Wednesday July 11, 2018
Appalachian State University will test its campus siren warning system at 11:55 a.m., Wednesday, July 11. Examples of the tones that are used in an … Read more
State Sees First EEE Case Of 2018, Equine Owners Encouraged To Vaccinate Animals
RALEIGH – A four-year-old quarter horse stallion in Richmond County was euthanized after contracting the first case of Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis in North Carolina this … Read more
2.0 Magnitude Earthquake Measured In Avery County On Monday Morning
A 2.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Avery County early Monday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at 3:03 … Read more
Multiple Departments Response To Early Friday Morning Fire On Camp Joy Road
Crews with multiple emergency agencies responded to an early morning fire at 796 Camp Joy Road. Taylor Marsh, Watauga County Fire Marshal, tells WataugaOnline.com that the … Read more
SBI’s Bomb Squad Using New Robots That Expand Capabilities
RALEIGH – A recent delivery of three new, light-weight robots for the state’s Bomb Squad arrived just in time for the Fourth of July, often … Read more
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Return July 12-15 2018
Scotland returns to Grandfather Mountain July 12-15 for the 63rd annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Boasting bagpipes, Scottish athletics, Highland melodies, Celtic cuisine, crafts aplenty … Read more
Banner Elk’s Woolly Worm Festival Named Official State Woolly Worm Festival
Raleigh, N.C. – N.C. House Bill 425, State Woolly Worm Festival, was signed into law on Monday, June 25, 2018. The bill to designate Banner … Read more
Watauga County Veterans Memorial Unveiled On Independence Day
The Watauga County Veterans Memorial was unveiled on Wednesday morning to kick off Independence Day festivities in Boone. March 17, 2018 marked the two-year anniversary … Read more
Boone Police Warns Of Solicitation Phone Call Claiming To Be From Chief Dana Crawford
The Boone Police Department is warning of a scam they have been made aware of. According to a social media post, “Public Service Announcement: One … Read more
NCDA&CS Grant Supports Appalachian Research Of Biochar To Increase Crop Yields At Local Farm
BOONE, N.C. — Thanks to a $98,599 grant from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS), a team of professors in Appalachian State … Read more
Chief Justice Mark Martin Proclaims July 2018 as Juror Appreciation Month
RALEIGH — Chief Justice Mark Martin has proclaimed the month of July as Juror Appreciation Month in the state of North Carolina. A ceremonial proclamation signed by … Read more
Recreational Water Advisory Continues For Watauga River In Foscoe Area
BOONE – Watauga County officials continue to advise people to avoid recreational activities at the Watauga River in the vicinity of Foscoe due to a gasoline … Read more
Watauga County Sanitation Department Goes To New Holiday Schedule
The Watauga County Sanitation Department recently adopted a new holiday schedule for the 2018-19 year. Each convenience site, the transfer station and office will now … Read more
NC Wildlife Commission: July 4, 2018 Free Fishing Day
On July 4, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission invites anglers and would-be anglers of all ages to go fishing — for free. From 12 a.m. … Read more
AAA: Independence Day Holiday Gas Prices To Be Highest In Four Years, But Cheaper Than This Past Memorial Day Weekend
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 2, 2018) – At $2.65 in North Carolina and $2.52 in South Carolina, gas prices are at their highest point for an … Read more
Gov. Cooper Kicks Off Statewide “Booze It & Lose It” Campaign
GREENSBORO – Governor Roy Cooper today marked the beginning of the N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program “Booze It & Lose It” campaign at a kick-off event … Read more
NCDOT Suspending Lane Closure Construction Activities For Most Major Road Projects Over July 4
RALEIGH – To assist drivers during the busy July 4 holiday this week, the N.C. Department of Transportation will suspend most road construction activities that … Read more
Avery Sheriff: Drowning Occurs At Elk River Falls Over The Weekend
On Sunday, July 1, 2018, Avery County Emergency Personnel responded to a possible drowning at Elk River Falls at 5:05pm, according to Avery County Sheriff … Read more
N.C. Forest Service Seedling Sales Begin July 2, 2018
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Forest Service Nursery Program will be accepting orders for seedlings on July 2. The NCFS produces about 16 million quality … Read more
Appalachian Theatre Hires First Executive Director; Charlotte Native Laura Kratt Brings Decades Of Experience To Boone
BOONE, NC — The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, Inc. (ATHC) announced today that arts management professional Laura Kratt of Charlotte has been hired … Read more
Kim Shepherd Named New SkyLine CEO
WEST JEFFERSON, N.C.–SkyLine Chief Management Officer (CMO) Kim Shepherd has been named the new CEO of SkyLine following the June 30 retirement of CEO Jimmy … Read more
SkyLine CEO Jimmy Blevins Retires And Is Honored With Building Dedication
WEST JEFFERSON, N.C.–After 32 years of service and 10 years as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), SkyLine’s Jimmy Blevins is retiring from the company, effective … Read more
Updated Charges in the Death of Trooper Samuel Bullard
Yadkin County- As part of a continued investigation involving the May 21st, 2018 death of North Carolina Trooper Samuel N. Bullard during a vehicle pursuit … Read more
Recall: Wish Bone Salad Dressing, Undeclared Milk and Egg in 15 oz
Pinnacle Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Wish Bone House Italian Salad Dressing 15 oz. The recall was initiated after learning from a … Read more
State Fire Marshal Mike Causey Urges Firework Safety As The Holiday Approaches
RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey today warned North Carolinians about the dangers of fireworks as they celebrate the upcoming Fourth of … Read more
Confirmed Rabies Cases in Creston Community, Ashe County
[Jefferson, NC] – The public health staff, in partnership with Ashe County Animal Control, and Ashe County Emergency Management, are working together to notify the … Read more
Scale House & Transfer Station At County Landfill Closed Friday Due To Gas Leak In The Area
Due to a natural gas leak in the area, the transfer station and scale house located at the Watauga County Sanitation Department on Landfill Road … Read more
Gas Leak Closes U.S. 421 By Boone, Could Be Closed Through Midday
5:22pm Final 421 Update – It appears the work to fix the gas line has worked and the road is back open totally and without … Read more
July 4th 2018 Local Events In The High Country
Below is a list of events happening in the High Country for July 4th, 2018. Take note that not all events are happening on Wednesday … Read more
Hot & Humid Conditions On Tap For The Weekend & Leading Up To And Beyond July 4, 2018
It’s gonna feel like summer over the next several days, as the High Country will experience hot and humid conditions once again in recent weeks. … Read more
App State Police Seek Help In Locating Man Wanted On Sexual Battery and Attempted Assault Charges
UPDATE – The suspect sought by Appalachian State University Police has been taken into custody. Thirty-eight year old Mickael G. Murphy, no known address, was arrested … Read more
AAA: Carolinians Begin To Feel Relief At The Pump As Independence Day Approaches
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 27, 2018) – At $2.85, the national gas price average is five cents cheaper than a week ago, 12-cents less than a … Read more
Recovery Continues from Triad Tornado, Western Mudslides
RALEIGH Jun 28, 2018 – State efforts continue to help North Carolina recover from a tornado that hit Guilford and Rockingham counties in April and … Read more
NC Insurance Commissioner Causey Settles Dwelling Insurance Rate Dispute, Increase Is Nearly 14 Percent Lower Than Requested
RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced today the N.C. Department of Insurance has ended its legal dispute with the North Carolina Rate Bureau on its … Read more
Boone Police Charge Man With Attempting To Use A Counterfeit $100 Bill
Boone Police has charged a local man with two charges related to counterfeit $100 bill. On June 26, Charles Wayne Bolick, 55 years-of-age, Brook Hollow … Read more
Early Wednesday Morning Power Outages In Phillips Branch Road Area
UPDATE 12pm – 5 power poles were broken and full restoration is expected to be complete in the noon hour. Crews with Blue Ridge Energy … Read more
Lowering of United States and North Carolina Flags in Honor of Rocky Mount Senior Police Officer Christopher Driver
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on June 29, 2018 in honor of … Read more
North Carolina 2018 Peach Season Under Way
RALEIGH – Good news for peach lovers. Growers are reporting fair to good crops for the 2018 peach season, which runs through Labor Day. “Growers … Read more
Gov. Cooper Signs Build NC into Law to Improve Transportation Infrastructure
GREENSBORO – North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper this week signed into law the Build NC Bond Act of 2018, a new financing tool to help … Read more
Tractor-Trailer Accident On 321 In Caldwell County Early Thursday Morning Leaves Two Florida Men Dead
An early Thursday morning accident just down the mountain from the Watauga/Caldwell line has claimed the life of two Florida men. The accident, around 4am, … Read more