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Grandfather Mountain Welcomes Iconic Rhododendron Blooms
The vivid fuchsia blooms of the Catawba rhododendron are beginning to emerge at Grandfather Mountain in Linville, revealing a spectacular…
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Watauga County Schools Last Day of School is June 12, 2014
The last day of school for students in the Watauga County Schools will be Thursday, June 12th. It will be…
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US & NC Flags Half-Staff On May 26 In Recognition of Memorial Day
As a sign of honor and respect for the sacrifices of our armed services personnel, Governor Pat McCrory has ordered…
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March 2014 Weather Recap
March tied for the 6th coldest since 1980 as far as average temperatures go. From the Watauga Medical Center reporting…
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US Forest Service Unveils New Web App Blending Trails and Forest Science
Today, just in time for Memorial Day, the U.S. Forest Service Southern Research Station (SRS) unveiled the Forest Trail Explorer,…
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High Winds And Rain In Overnight Storm, Small Number Of Power Outages
Heavy rain, thunder and lighting made for an unexpected alarm clock for many High Country residents just after midnight on…
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No Lane Closures on U.S. 321 in Blowing Rock During Memorial Day Weekend
As motorists hit the road for the unofficial start of summer, the N.C. Department of Transportation is temporarily suspending lane…
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Higher Gas Prices in NC For Memorial Day Weekend 2014
An estimated 977,700 North Carolina motorists – a 1.8% increase over last year and highest number in nine years –…
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Free Summer Meals for Children To Be Offered At Cove Creek School
Free breakfast and lunch will be available to children and youth ages 18 and under at Cove Creek School on…
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Prevent Wildfires this Memorial Day Weekend
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, the U.S. Forest Service reminds visitors to the Nantahala, Pisgah, Uwharrie, and Croatan National Forests…
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