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IRS further postpones various tax deadlines to Sept. 25 for North Carolina storm victims
NC-2025-01, April 17, 2025 WASHINGTON — Due to the lingering effects of Hurricane Helene, the Internal Revenue Service today further…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – August 2024
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – January 2024
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – December 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – November 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – October 13, 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Recommended to Prepare for Fall Season
As we enter the Fall season, we anticipate an increase in respiratory viruses. Over the past few weeks, we have…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Monday, September 8, 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Monday August 7, 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday July 7, 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday June 2, 2023
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Video: Final interview with Watauga County Schools Dr. Scott Elliott
The final Interview with Dr. Scott Elliott, the outgoing Superintendent of Watauga County Schools.
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Wednesday May 10, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday April 14, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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WataugaOnline & Dr. Scott Elliott discuss the second half of 2022-23 for Watauga County Schools
Interview with Dr. Scott Elliott, Superintendent of Watauga County Schools. Among the items discussed are retirement, the new Valle Crucis…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday March 10, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday February 10, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, January 27, 2023
Friday, January 27, 2023 With February on the horizon, I’d like to remind you of a key university event coming…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, January 13, 2023
Friday, January 13, 2023 As we begin a new year and a new semester, I welcome those of you who…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday January 6, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Respiratory Disease Interim Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties – Friday December 16, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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WataugaOnline & Dr. Scott Elliott recap midway point of school year, looking ahead to 2023
Interview with Dr. Scott Elliott, Superintendent of Watauga County Schools. We discuss retirements, the new Valle Crucis School project, the…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday December 2, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, December 2, 2022
Friday, December 2, 2022 The last day of classes for the semester is Tuesday. Students, faculty and staff are busily…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, November 18, 2022
Friday, November 18, 2022 With a chill in the air and Thanksgiving Break approaching next week, the final push toward…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, November 11, 2022
Friday, November 11, 2022 Each year on Veterans Day, we hold a ceremony to express our gratitude to all veterans,…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday November 4, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, November 4, 2022
Friday, November 4, 2022 This week, Dr. Jennifer Dalton, associate professor of communication sciences and disorders/speech-language pathology at App State,…
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AppHealthCare COVID-19 Testing Changes for Watauga Location
[Boone, NC] – In response to the current state of COVID-19 and decreased demand for testing, AppHealthCare is shifting its…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, October 21, 2022
Friday, October 21, 2022 Crisp weather greeted those who returned to classes this week after a long Fall Break weekend.…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday October 14, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, October 14, 2022
Friday, October 14, 2022 Today, on the App State @ Hickory Campus, we held a Community Leaders Breakfast for business,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts ESPN College GameDay Update — Wednesday September 14, 2022
Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Sunday night, I returned from College Station, Texas, after our football team won a tremendously important…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday September 2, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, September 2, 2022
Friday, September 2, 2022 With the start of September, the fall semester is in full swing, and the excitement and…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, August 19, 2022
Friday, August 19, 2022 Classes for the 2022–23 academic year begin Monday. I always enjoy this time of year, which…
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Communicable Disease Update for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – Friday August 5, 2022
In order to provide the community with education and awareness surrounding the state of communicable diseases in Alleghany, Ashe &…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, July 29, 2022
Friday, July 29, 2022 With the first day of classes just over three weeks away, campus is bustling with activity.…
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COVID-19 Variant Intermediary Report for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties – July 29, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, July 22, 2022
Friday, July 22, 2022 On Wednesday, the UNC Board of Governors approved our new mission statement, which was approved by…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, July 15, 2022
Friday, July 15, 2022 With An Appalachian Summer Festival underway and a terrific slate of Appalachian Alumni Weekend events beginning…
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Governor Cooper Tests Positive for COVID-19
RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper tested positive for COVID-19. The Governor is experiencing mild symptoms. He has begun taking Paxlovid,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, June 10, 2022
Friday, June 10, 2022 At a reception in Raleigh on Wednesday, we thanked representatives from the General Assembly and Governor…
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Children Ages 5-11 are now eligible for a COVID-19 Booster
On May 19, 2022, the CDC announced that children ages 5-11 years old are now eligible for a COVID-19 booster.…
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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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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – May 6, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, April 22, 2022
Friday, April 22, 2022 In celebration of Earth Day, this morning the mini-Mountaineers at the App State Academy at Middle…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, April 8, 2022
Friday, April 8, 2022 This year’s iBackAPP event was a tremendous success! We raised nearly $1.3 million for 185 programs,…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – March 25, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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AppHealthCare COVID-19 Response Changes
As we have learned more about COVID-19 over the past two years and now have more tools available to prevent…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – March 18, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, March 18, 2022
Friday, March 18, 2022 Students and faculty returned from Spring Break to an even more beautified campus, thanks to our…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Thursday March 17, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Gov. Cooper, joined by the Secretaries of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Commerce, discuss…
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North Carolina Jobs and GDP Economy Fully Recovered to Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2021
North Carolina’s economy fully returned to the employment level it enjoyed before the COVID-19 pandemic sent the world into an…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – March 11, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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AppHealthCare Expresses Thanks to Military Team for Support with COVID-19 Response
Since October 18, 2021, staff from the Air Force National Guard, National Guard and Army have been on-site at AppHealthCare…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – March 4, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, March 4, 2022
Friday, March 4, 2022 On Wednesday, students enjoyed warmer weather, outdoor activities and s’mores around the campfire on Sanford Mall…
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Masks to Become Optional in State Agencies Starting March 7
Based on improving trends with COVID-19, masks will become optional in most state agencies and facilities beginning March 7. This…
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Masks no longer required on school buses, Watauga Schools go masks optional starting Monday
More changes will occur this week regarding masks-wearing, or rather the not wearing of masks in schools and on buses.…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – February 25, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, February 25, 2022
Friday, February 25, 2022 As I announced last week, my COVID Council and I have been reviewing the recommendations, guidance…
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Boone Town Council votes to end mask mandate in indoor settings effective March 7
The Boone Town Council voted on February 23 to end the requirement of masks in indoor settings effective March 7.…
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Watauga County Board of Education votes unanimously to make mask optional beginning February 28
The Watauga County Board of Education voted, on Tuesday afternoon, 5-0 to make the wearing of mask optional beginning February…
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Boone Town Council to hold Special Meeting Wednesday, State of Emergency & COVID-19 matters on the agenda
The Boone Town Council will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 6 pm. The purpose of…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, February 18, 2022
Friday, February 18, 2022 Yesterday, Gov. Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody Kinsley announced…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – February 18, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Watauga Board of Education to hold a special called meeting on Tuesday regarding mask mandate
The Watauga County Board of Education will hold a special called meeting on Tuesday, February 22 at 4:00PM. The location…
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Governor Cooper and State Health Officials Update Mask Recommendations
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley provided an update on…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Thursday February 17, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and Emergency Management officials shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – February 11, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, February 11, 2022
Friday, February 11, 2022 This week has brought exciting updates about the progress of our institution and our plans for…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – January 28, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, January 28, 2022
Friday, January 28, 2022 While we are barely a month into the new year, the App State campus community already…
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AppHealthCare: COVID-19 Testing Changes for Watauga
AppHealthCare has announced COVID-19 testing changes for Watauga. Beginning Friday, January 28th, prior registration for testing will be needed for…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – January 21, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Thursday January 20, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and Emergency Management officials shared an update on inclement weather. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Sunday January 16, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and Emergency Management officials shared an update on inclement weather. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Saturday January 15, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and Emergency Management officials shared an update on inclement weather. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, January 14, 2022
Friday, January 14, 2022 This week has proven to be a busy and exciting start to the semester! With the…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – January 14, 2022
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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AppHealthCare Urges Prevention with High COVID-19 Transmission
[Boone, NC] – We are currently experiencing very high community transmission and a large increase in COVID-19 cases due to…
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Surge of COVID-19 patients at Watauga Medical Center
Watauga Medical Center is experiencing a surge of COVID-19 patients, according to the Appalachian Regional Healthcare System. The snapshot below…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – January 7, 2022
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Friday January 7, 2022 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Data from previous months can be found at this COVID-19 data page. *Note – WataugaOnline.com took a break from reporting…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, January 7, 2022
Friday, January 7, 2022 As students, faculty and staff return to campus, we welcome those moving into residence halls today,…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Tuesday January 4, 2022 COVID-19 Press Conference
Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Tuesday January 4, 2022 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Data from previous months can be found at this COVID-19 data page. *Note – WataugaOnline.com took a break from reporting…
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Update on COVID safety procedures in Watauga County Schools
Watauga County Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Elliott has sent out updated information from the state about COVID safety procedures in…
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North Carolina Reports Record-High Number of Daily COVID-19 Cases
Raleigh Dec 30, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported on its COVID-19 dashboard today the…
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One Year After COVID-19 Vaccines – Reflection and Thanks from AppHealthCare Watauga County
[Boone, NC] – The journey we have all been on since COVID-19 entered our lives almost two years ago has…
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Tuesday December 28, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Data from previous months can be found at this COVID-19 data page. *Note – WataugaOnline.com took a break from reporting…
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WataugaOnline & Dr. Scott Elliott recap midway point of school year, looking ahead to 2022
We recap the midway point of the 2021-2022 school year and look ahead to next year with Dr. Scott Elliott,…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Monday December 20, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – December 17, 2021
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Tuesday December 14, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Omicron COVID-19 variant found in Charlotte, first confirmed case in North Carolina
A student at UNC Charlotte has tested positive for the omicron variant of COVID-19, according to multiple media reports coming out…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – December 10, 2021
This report is intended to provide a regular update on the local response to COVID-19 in our communities and timely,…
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Friday December 10, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Data from previous months can be found at this COVID-19 data page. *Note – WataugaOnline.com took a break from reporting…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, December 10, 2021
Friday, December 10, 2021 Today is our Fall 2021 Commencement! We are celebrating the successes of nearly 1,700 graduates at…
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