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North Carolina Department of Public Safety launches NC S.A.F.E. initiative
In response to a skyrocketing number of deaths of children and youths caused by firearm injury and a surge in…
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N.C. Visitor Spending Soars 15 Percent in 2022
Governor Roy Cooper recently announced that the North Carolina tourism economy reached its highest level ever with travelers spending more…
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Body found near Rec Center
Update from Boone Police – Thursday May 25 2:56pm – On May 24th, 2023, around 3:45 p.m., a subject conducting…
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Watauga Students Awarded Scholarships from Blue Ridge Energy
Boone, North Carolina – (May 14, 2023) Blue Ridge Energy recently awarded $36,000 in college scholarships to nine students across…
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Billie Shilling Wins CCC&TI Academic Excellence AwardBillie Shilling
Billie Shilling began working as a housekeeper at the Hampton Inn and Suites in Boone while in high school. Her…
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Fun for All Ages at Ashe County Safety Day
[Jefferson, NC] – If you are looking for a fun filled day with family and friends, while learning about safety…
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App State Student-Athletes Extend 3.0 GPA Streak to 22 Semesters
BOONE, N.C. — App State student-athletes extended their impressive streak to 22 consecutive semesters with a cumulative GPA above 3.0 thanks to…
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Blue Ridge Parkway opens 2023 season Memorial Day weekend
(NC/VA) – Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, picnic areas, and visitor centers open with full services for the 2023 visitor season this weekend,…
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Hardin Park teams find success in regional, state Battle of the Books contest
BOONE — Teams of students from Hardin Park School took their prowess in the annual Battle of the Books competition…
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Town of Boone’s Historic Preservation Commission Hayes-Bryan-Greene Cemetery Historic Marker Unveiling Ceremony
The Town of Boone’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) would like to invite the public toa marker unveiling ceremony on June…
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