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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, May 13, 2022
Friday, May 13, 2022 This week, App State’s transition into summer has begun. While campus feels quieter with many of…
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Shaun Sikes named Watauga County Schools Teacher of the Year
BOONE — Watauga High School Math Teacher Shaun Sikes was named Watauga County Schools district-wide Teacher of the Year May…
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Over $5 Million Coming to Blue Ridge Members
Lenoir, North Carolina (May 12, 2022) – Checks or bill credits are coming in May to electric cooperative members of…
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North Carolina Approved to Extend Child Care P-EBT Food Assistance Benefits Through 2021-22 School Year, First Issuance Scheduled for Next Week
Raleigh May 12, 2022 Next week, North Carolina’s youngest children who are eligible for food assistance benefits will begin to…
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Expect Coyote Sightings as Pupping Season Peaks
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 11, 2022) – Coyotes are common throughout North Carolina, even in cities and suburbs, but often go…
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Blue Ridge Conservancy Secures Crucial Property for Recreation and Access on the Middle Fork Greenway
This week, Blue Ridge Conservancy (BRC) purchased 33 acres of land just outside Boone, providing a critical link for the…
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Drought Monitor Update – Thursday May 12, 2022
In the latest drought update, Watauga, Ashe and Avery counties are in the abnormally dry category. The weekly update, put…
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Top baby names in North Carolina & nationwide for 2021
The top baby names for 2021 have been announced by the Social Security Administration. The annual list is compiled by…
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Grandfather Mountain’s Doc the elk finds new home at Rescue Ranch
LINVILLE, N.C. — Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is bidding a fond farewell…
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State Highway Patrol Responds to Parking Issues Along Watauga River
Troopers Act to Increase Traffic Safety at Popular Tourist Destination Watauga County – In an effort to promote traffic safety…
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