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Marching Mountaineers & First “North Carolina’s Band of Distinction” Band Director Passes
A long time band director at Appalachian State passed away on Saturday. Joe Phelps, 73, of Vilas, NC, passed away…
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North Carolina State Highway Patrol Launches High School Intern Program
RALEIGH – In an effort to increase positive relationships among youth across North Carolina, the State Highway Patrol is announcing…
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Wildlife Commission Seeks Public Comment Through Feb. 9 On Draft Coyote Management Plan
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public comment through Feb. 9, 2018 on its draft Coyote Management Plan. Comments can…
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Appalachian State Program Among 2017-18 N.C. Bioenergy Research Initiative Grant Recipients
The N.C. Bioenergy Research Initiative recently awarded $1 million in grants for 11 research projects to boost bioenergy opportunities and…
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Melting Ice Presents Hazards On National Forests
Though the ice and snow of this past week has been a beautiful site, visitors to the National Forests in…
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Winter Weather Advisory In Effect For Monday January 8, 2018
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, which includes Watauga County, for Monday until 7pm. According to…
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Week Long Below Freezing Temps To Open 2018 Leaves Local Rivers & Creeks Frozen
The Arctic blast this week has left many, if not all, river, creeks and streams frozen. Below is a collection…
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Camper Rescued From Linville Gorge
Mountain rescue teams, local rescuers and an aircrew from the NC Helo-Aquatic Rescue Team (NC HART) worked together early this morning…
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Winning Powerball Ticket Purchased In Wilkes County
If you bought a ticket for a chance to win Wednesday’s $460 million Powerball jackpot, take a second look at…
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Blue Ridge Energy Winter Safety Tips: 5 Precautions to Take During Winter Weather
Lenoir, NC (January 5, 2018) – During severely cold weather, Blue Ridge Energy recommends the following safety tips to protect…
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