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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, July 30, 2021
Friday, July 30, 2021 Campus activity is ramping up as students will soon move into residence halls and classes will…
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Friday July 30, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Board of Education votes to make mask-wearing optional for Watauga K-12 students
Wearing masks will be optional for K-12 students in the Watauga County School system for the 2021-22 year. On Monday…
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North Carolina to Require Vaccine Verification for State Employees, Urges Other Government Agencies and Private Employers to do the Same
RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Thursday July 29, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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Friday July 23, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Local COVID-19 data shows a noticeable rise in those being monitored and active cases
Local COVID-19 data shows a noticeable rise in the numbers in some monitored categories. For Watauga County, the Individuals Actively…
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Dr. Scott Elliott on the next steps for Watauga County Schools after Governor’s mask announcement today
Today North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D.…
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North Carolina Updates StrongSchoolsNC Public Health Toolkit
60% of North Carolinians over 18 have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine RALEIGH: Today, Governor…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Wednesday July 21, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force to share an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday, July 16, 2021
Friday, July 16, 2021 Exactly one month from today classes will begin for the fall, and face-to-face interactions will once…
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Friday July 16, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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77% of Staff in State Operated Healthcare Facilities are Vaccinated
Raleigh, NC Jul 14, 2021 As of July 1, 2021, 77% of staff at state-operated health care facilities are fully…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – July 9, 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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NC Announces First Cash Drawing & Cash 4 College Winners
RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Mandy Cohen announced the first…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – June 25, 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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App State to hold community COVID-19 vaccine clinic July 1
BOONE, N.C.—Appalachian State University will host a community COVID-19 vaccine clinic Thursday, July 1, from 9 a.m.– noon in Room…
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Your Shot at a Million Summer Cash Drawings – Monday June 28, 2021 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force to announce first winners of the Your Shot at a Million…
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Friday June 25, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Friday June 18, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — Friday June 18, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021 With each passing day, App State’s campus is looking and feeling more like pre-pandemic operations. Today…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – June 18, 2021
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NCDHHS Expands Home Testing Program to All Eligible North Carolinians
Raleigh Jun 16, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced the state is expanding availability…
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NCDHHS Announces COVID-19 Screening Testing Program to Increase K-12 School Health Staffing and Capacity
Raleigh June 15, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is launching an expanded COVID-19 screening testing…
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New HOPE Program income limit to increase delivery of emergency rent and utility assistance
RALEIGH, NC Jun 16, 2021 The N.C. Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program has announced a change to…
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Governor Cooper Issues Executive Order Extending Pandemic Response Measures
RALEIGH: Today Governor Roy Cooper announced that he signed an Executive Order to extend a variety of measures currently in…
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Friday June 11, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Your Shot at a Million: Governor Cooper Announces $4 Million Summer Cash and College Tuition Drawings to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
Four North Carolinians 18 and Older to Win $1 Million; Four North Carolinians 12 to 17 to Win $125,000 for…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Thursday June 10, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force share an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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2021 July 4th Parade in Boone will not take place, other events planned
For the second year in a row the July 4th Parade in Boone will not take place due to COVID-19.…
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DMV Anticipates Extremely High Volume This Summer
ROCKY MOUNT – With health safety conditions improving in North Carolina and its traditional summer busy season fast approaching, the N.C.…
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North Carolina Extends P-EBT Food Assistance Benefits Through Summer to More Than 1.2 Million Children
Raleigh June 2, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced North Carolina has been approved…
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80% of NC Adults 65 and Older Vaccinated With First Dose Against COVID-19
Raleigh Jun 3, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced more than 80% of adults…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – June 4, 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 June 4, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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N.C. HOPE Program Application Period Is Open, Offering Rent and Utility Assistance for North Carolinians Struggling to Recover from Pandemic
RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper and Chief Operating Officer of the North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) Laura…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Wednesday June 2, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper, members of the Coronavirus Task Force and NC Office of Resiliency and Recovery to share updates on COVID-19…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – May 28, 2021
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Friday May 28, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of May 24-28, 2021
Friday, May 28, 2021 On Monday, the university will be closed in observance of Memorial Day — a day honoring…
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WataugaOnline & Dr. Scott Elliott wrap up the 2020-2021 school year
We wrap up the 2020-2021 school year and look ahead to the 2021-2022 year with Dr. Scott Elliott, Superintendent of…
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Governor Cooper Announces $51.4 Million in Education Grants, New Financial Aid Program
The Governor’s emergency education funds invest deeply in college student success and completion RALEIGH: Today, Governor Cooper directed $51.4 million…
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App State to hold community COVID-19 vaccine clinic May 27
BOONE, N.C.—App State will host a community COVID-19 vaccine clinic Thursday, May 27, from 9 a.m.– noon in Plemmons Student…
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Hospitality House COVID-19 Cluster Update
Boone, NC – Hospitality House of Northwest North Carolina, in conjunction with High Country Community Health and AppHealthCare, is currently…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of May 17-21, 2021
Friday, May 21, 2021 The first Summer Session begins Monday. As we look forward to our signature summer events, such…
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Watauga County Schools reports zero COVID-19 Cases in students, staff
BOONE — For the first time since the school district began tracking last year, Watauga County Schools has reported zero…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – May 21, 2021
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Friday May 21, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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NCDHHS Expands P-EBT Program to Benefit More Than 230,000 Additional Children Under the Age of 6
Raleigh May 19, 2021 The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the NC Department of…
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Governor Cooper Releases American Rescue Plan Investment Recommendations
RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper shared his recommendations for how North Carolina can most effectively invest in its recovery through…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Wednesday May 19, 2021 American Recovery Plan Press Conference
Governor Cooper and State Budget Director Charlie Perusse brief the media on the Governor's recommendations for investing federal American Recovery…
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TOWN OF BOONE UPDATED COVID-19 GUIDELINES
On May 18th, 2021 at the May 18th Town of Boone Town Council Meeting, the Town of Boone’s Town Council…
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FAA Statement on Wearing Masks in Airports and On Planes
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) remind the traveling public that…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of May 10-14, 2021
Friday, May 14, 2021 App State’s Spring 2021 Commencement was momentous, with more than 3,600 graduates honored during 13 in-person…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – May 14, 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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Watauga County Schools to hold school-based vaccine clinics
In light of the recent CDC approval of the Pfizer vaccine for anyone ages 12 and older, Watauga County Schools…
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Friday May 14, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
Due to the change in CDC guidance and the lifting of mask mandates by NC Governor Roy Cooper, WataugaOnline.com will…
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Following New CDC Guidance on Face Coverings, Governor Cooper Lifts Many COVID-19 Restrictions
State to lift gathering limits, social distancing requirements in all settings and indoor mask mandate for most settings RALEIGH: Today,…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Friday May 14, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force to announce changes to COVID-19 executive orders today at 1:30pm. Broadcast…
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FDA and CDC Authorize Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Age 12 and Older
Based on a review of safety and effectiveness data from clinical trials in the United States and the expanded emergency…
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CDC New Guidance: When You’ve Been Fully Vaccinated
The Center for Disease Control today (Thursday May 13, 2021) released new guidance for those that have been fully vaccinated…
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Thursday May 13, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for April 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Wednesday May 12, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for April 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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DMV Resumes Regular Road Tests for Drivers 15-17 Years Old
ROCKY MOUNT – With health safety conditions improving in North Carolina, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is resuming regular road…
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N.C. Households Can Get Help With Monthly Internet Bills From Federal Program
Governor Urges N.C. Families to Sign Up Starting May 12 for Discounts on Internet, Computers RALEIGH: North Carolinians can get…
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Tuesday May 11, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for April 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Monday May 10, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for April 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of May 3-7, 2021
Friday, May 7, 2021 Today we were thrilled to honor the Class of 2021 during our first of 13 in-person…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – May 7, 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 May 7, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Thursday May 6, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Wednesday May 5, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Tuesday May 4, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Monday May 3, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – April 30, 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 April 30, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Thursday April 29, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Wednesday April 28, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Gov. Cooper Issues Executive Order to Relax State’s Outdoor Mask Mandate and Ease Mass Gathering Limits
State continues to strive to get two thirds of adults at least partially vaccinated RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper and…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Wednesday April 28, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force shared an update on COVID-19. Broadcast provided by PBS North Carolina.
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CDC Updated COVID guidance – Apri 27, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today (Tuesday A[ril 27, 2021) announced new COVID-19 guidance for fully vaccinated Americans.…
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Tuesday April 27, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Governor Cooper to Give State of the State Address Tonight at 7PM
Governor Cooper will give his 2021 State of the State Address tonight. The live broadcast will begin at 7:01:30 PM,…
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Monday April 26, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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App State to hold community COVID-19 vaccine clinic Thursday April 29
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University will hold a community COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, April 29, from 9 a.m.–noon. The clinic will administer…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of April 19-23, 2021
Friday, April 23, 2021 At their meetings this week, the UNC System Board of Governors heard reports about the significant…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – April 23, 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 April 23, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Thursday April 22, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Wednesday April 21, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Governor Cooper Outlines Timeline for Lifting State’s COVID-19 Restrictions
As vaccinations continue and trends stabilize, NC will lift mandatory social distancing, capacity, and mass gathering restrictions by June 1RALEIGH:…
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Governor Roy Cooper’s Wednesday April 21, 2021 COVID-19 Press Conference
Governor 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 April 20, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Vaccines Total COVID-19 Vaccines Distributed on the…
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Monday April 19, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Information provided by AppHealthCare Vaccines Total COVID-19…
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App State to hold community COVID-19 vaccine clinic April 22, 2021
Boone, NC – App State will hold a community COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, April 22 from 9 a.m. –…
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Dr. Sheri Everts Update from Appalachian State University — week of April 12-16, 2021
Friday, April 16, 2021 As we enter the final weeks of the spring semester, I continue to be impressed by…
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COVID-19 Situation Updates for Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga – April 16, 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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WHS to offer student, parent vaccine clinic
BOONE — Watauga High School will hold a vaccine clinic for students and parents from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
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Friday April 16, 2021 – Appalachian State, Watauga, Alleghany, Ashe COVID-19 Cases & Vaccine Data
The data for March 2021 has been moved to the COVID-19 data page. Information provided by AppHealthCare Vaccines Total COVID-19…
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Residence hall wastewater testing supports App State’s COVID-19 management strategy
BOONE, N.C. — While face coverings, physical distancing and testing events have come to define COVID-19 for many colleges and…
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