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Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow Across High Country
The National Weather Service Blacksburg has released snowfall measurements for Watauga, Ashe, and Avery Counties following the recent winter storm.…
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Structure Fire Reported in Blowing Rock’s Heritage Lane Area
UPDATE 8:38 pm Saturday, January 31, 2026 – According to Blowing Rock Police, the homeowner and pets are safe. BRFD…
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Drought Monitor Update – Thursday, January 29, 2026
In the latest drought update for North Carolina, most of the High Country is experiencing Severe drought conditions. In the…
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HIGH COUNTRY WINTER STORM REPORT: JANUARY 24-25, 2026
Data Source: National Weather Service Blacksburg, VA SLEET MEASUREMENTS:WATAUGA COUNTY: 2 SE Lovill: 2.0 inches 3 W Blowing Rock: 1.3…
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Smoke Detector Saves Family in Sugar Grove House Fire
A potentially devastating fire was averted early Tuesday morning when a smoke detector alerted a family in Sugar Grove, allowing…
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Emergency Shelter and Warming Centers Open During Winter Storm
***UPDATE Sunday January 25 4pm – Shelter Status:* First Presbyterian Church (General Population Shelter): Closed Immediately* Deep Gap Fire Department…
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Structure fire at Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock; no injuries reported
A significant fire destroyed Bistro Roca, a beloved and historic Blowing Rock restaurant, early this morning. At approximately 8:30 am,…
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WataugaOnline Updates on Winter Storm January 2026
WataugaOnline Updates on the January 2026 Winter Storm impacts on western North Carolina 🌨️ WEATHER ALERT – Winter Storm Warning…
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Boone Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Severe Winter Storm
UPDATE MONDAY JANUARY 26 – Town of Boone's State of Emergency is officially lifted today, January 26th, 2026, at 1:00…
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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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