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1.9 Magnitude Earthquake recorded east of Boone on Sunday
An earthquake east of Boone was recorded in Wilkes County on Sunday. The 1.9 quake was centered at 5.7 miles…
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CDC now recommends no events consisting of 50 people or more for next 8 weeks
In an update posted on Sunday, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is now recommending that for the…
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Local Governments in Watauga County Declare a State of Emergency
Boone, NC – In recognition of the first announced presumptive positive case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus), Watauga County, and the…
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Superintendent Dr. Scott Elliott issues statement regarding school closure
Below is communication that Dr. Elliott shared with WCS staff regarding school closures. This is a rapidly changing situation, and WCS will…
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Raleigh LEGO Convention attendees possibly exposed to COVID-19
Wake County officials are asking anyone that attended the BrickUniverse Lego Fan Convention at the Raleigh Convention Center on March…
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Ski Resort Owner: “Sugar Mountain Resort will remain open.”
As some entertainment venues, local attractions, another local ski resort and other events continue to cancel due to coronavirus concerns,…
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Mountain View Speedway cancels session due to coronvirus concerns
Mountain View Speedway officials have announced the cancellation of a planned Open Practice and Inspection session due to coronvirus concerns.…
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Samaritan’s Purse Staff Member Presumptive Positive For Covid-19
A Boone-based Samaritan’s Purse staff member who had recently traveled overseas has tested presumptive positive for the COVID-19 virus (coronavirus).…
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Watauga County Resident Tests Presumptive Positive for COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
UPDATE – The resident has been confirmed as a Samaritan’s Purse staff member. More information at this link. March 15,…
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Walmart announces temporary changes to store hours
Walmart has announced temporary changes to store hours nationwide in response to coronavirus concerns. In a statement released on Saturday,…
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