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NC DMV Releases 5-Year Strategic Plan, Aims to Cut Wait Times to 15 Minutes
N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Paul Tine on Tuesday released the agency's 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap designed…
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NWS Hazardous Weather Outlook including Watauga & Ashe for Tuesday November 25, 2025
Hazardous Weather OutlookNational Weather Service Blacksburg VA340 AM EST Tue Nov 25 2025 NCZ001-002-018-VAZ007-009>018-WVZ042-260845-Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Giles-Wythe-Pulaski-Montgomery-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Mercer-340 AM EST Tue Nov 25…
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When a Bear Moves In: Preparing Your Property for Denning Season
Slumber time for black bears is quickly approaching, and in some cases, already happening. Now is the time to start bear proofing…
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Boone Police Department Mourns Passing of Retired K9 Meeka
The Boone Police Department is saddened to announce the passing of retired K9 Meeka, a beloved working dog whose 6-year…
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Quiet Givers Distributes $10,000 in Urgent Grants to Address Food Insecurity Across The High Country
BOONE, N.C. – Quiet Givers, a nonprofit dedicated to providing anonymous, needs-based assistance, announced today the distribution of $10,000 in…
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Governor Stein Announces Expansion of GE Aerospace with a Nearly $53 Million Investment in West Jefferson
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced GE Aerospace will add 44 new jobs in Ashe County. The company will invest…
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Operation Crystal Ball: Largest Drug Bust in Ashe County History Nets 42 Arrests
ASHE COUNTY — Ashe County Sheriff B. Phil Howell has announced the most significant drug trafficking takedown in Ashe County…
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Bull Rider Dies After Sustaining Severe Injuries at Deep Gap Event
A 21-year-old man has died after sustaining severe injuries while participating in a bull riding event in Deep Gap, according…
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Valle Glow Brings Holiday Cheer to Valle Crucis
Valle Crucis came alive with holiday spirit on Friday night as the community gathered for Valle Glow, the tree lighting…
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Mayor Futrelle Issues Statement Opposing Unannounced I.C.E. Activities in Boone
BOONE — Mayor Tim Futrelle issued a statement Thursday addressing the potential presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency…
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