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VISITOR SPENDING IN WATAUGA COUNTY REACHED $517.51 MILLION IN 2023
BOONE, NC (August 28, 2024) – Domestic and international visitors to Watauga County spent$517.51 million in 2023, according to an…
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Earthquake measured near Sparta, fifth this summer
The fifth earthquake this summer near Sparta, in Alleghany County, was recorded this morning. This quake measured 2.2 magnitude and…
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Watauga County Schools Announces New Assistant Principals for 2024-25 School Year
WATAUGA COUNTY—Watauga County Schools is pleased to welcome three new administrators for the 2024-25 school year. Dr. Grady “Coleman” Bailey…
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Be Aware of Possible Lane Closures Thursday Morning due to Power Line work Crossing Hwy 421 Near Food Lion, Blue Ridge Energy Substation
Boone, North Carolina (August 27, 2024) – Possible lane closures may be needed for public and electric worker safety beginning…
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Tourism to Blue Ridge Parkway contributes $1,390,803,000 to local economy
(NC/VA) – A new National Park Service report shows that 16,757,635 visitors to Blue Ridge Parkway in 2023 spent $1,390,803,000 in…
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Apprenticeship Opportunities Help Local Students Prepare for High-Wage Jobs
Today’s rapidly evolving educational and workforce training landscapes demand innovative solutions. While apprenticeships have a long history, they’re experiencing a…
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National Park Service completes environmental review for continued management of e-bikes in parks
WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) today released a programmatic environmental assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)…
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Ashe County Rotary Club Awards $2,000 to Northern Peaks State Trail
Ashe Co, NC – Rotary Club of Ashe County has awarded $2,000 for signage at Paddy Mountain Park, the West…
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Upcoming Schedule for N.C. 105: August 26-30
BANNER ELK – Blasting operations will take place this week on the N.C. 105 bridge project in Watauga County. Similar…
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Lees-McRae College celebrates record growth and retention for 2024–25 academic year
BANNER ELK, N.C.—With more than 900 students enrolled for the Fall 2024 semester, Lees-McRae College has seen a year of…
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