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Emergency Shelter Opening for Upcoming Winter Storm
Watauga County Emergency Services will open a shelter to assist residents during the severe winter storm. Shelter Details Date: Saturday,…
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Blowing Rock Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Severe Winter Storm
The Town of Blowing Rock has officially declared a State of Emergency in anticipation of a significant winter storm expected…
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Blowing Rock Traffic Stop Results in Double Arrest
A routine traffic stop in Blowing Rock on January 3, 2026, led to the arrest of two Lenoir residents on…
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Blue Ridge Parkway To Close for Severe Winter Storm Weekend
The National Park Service has announced a comprehensive closure of the Blue Ridge Parkway across Virginia and North Carolina due…
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Boone Fire responds to structure fire caused by discarded smoking materials
Boone Fire was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 1500 Block of Highway 421 South in Boone on…
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Quick Action Saves Lives: Margot Road Residents Escape Potential Fire Disaster
A potentially devastating house fire was narrowly avoided on the evening of Wednesday, January 21st when residents of a Margot…
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Winter storm shelter to open at Ashe County High School
According to Ashe County Emergency Management – “In preparation for the upcoming storm, a shelter will open at Ashe County…
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FEMA announces $116 million for NC Helene recovery; includes High Country road repairs, Beech Mountain sewer
Watauga, Ashe, and Avery counties will receive a share of $34.7 million for road and bridge repairs, and Beech Mountain…
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Man charged with “Peeping Tom” offense at Mountain City motel
MOUNTAIN CITY, TN – A man has been charged with a “Peeping Tom” offense after allegedly observing individuals through their…
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Potential Winter Storm Brewing: High Country Weekend Forecast Uncertain
URGENT WEATHER ALERT: January 21, 2026 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for our region, warning…
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