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The Blizzard of 1996: A Memorable Winter Moment Commemorating 30 Years of a Significant High Country Storm
Thirty years ago, the High Country experienced a winter event that would become a defining moment in our regional weather…
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Town of Boone offering free Christmas tree pick-up through January 16
BOONE – The Town of Boone is offering complimentary Christmas tree pick-up for residents within the town limits beginning Sunday,…
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Water Main Break Alert: Fairway Drive Area
Monday, January 5, 2026, 8:51 AM – A water main break has occurred in the Fairway Drive area. The following…
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Howard Street construction crews return after holiday break
BOONE – Construction crews have returned to the Howard Street Revitalization Project after a brief holiday break, according to the…
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Increased traffic expected as schools return, 105 bridge work resumes
HIGH COUNTRY – Traffic is expected to increase across the High Country over the coming days as local schools and…
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Avery County
Minor earthquake in Avery County early Saturday morning
AVERY COUNTY – A minor earthquake was recorded in Avery County early Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.…
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Ashe Memorial Hospital Implements Updated Flu Season Safety Measures
ASHE COUNTY, NC – Due to increased flu activity this season, Ashe Memorial Hospital has implemented updated flu season safety…
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Wind Advisory for Watauga & Ashe for Wednesday & Thursday, Dec 31-January 1, 2026
HIGH COUNTRY – The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for portions of northwest North Carolina, central, south…
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Ashe County
Wind Advisory for Avery County – Wednesday evening & Thursday, Dec 31-January 1, 2026.
AVERY COUNTY, NC – The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Avery County, effective from 9 PM…
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UNC Health Appalachian Implements Temporary Safety Measures Due to Respiratory Illness Surge
UNC Health Appalachian is implementing temporary safety measures across all facilities to help protect patients, teammates, and visitors during a…
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