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North Carolina State Highway Patrol Launches High School Intern Program
RALEIGH – In an effort to increase positive relationships among youth across North Carolina, the State Highway Patrol is announcing…
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Wildlife Commission Seeks Public Comment Through Feb. 9 On Draft Coyote Management Plan
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public comment through Feb. 9, 2018 on its draft Coyote Management Plan. Comments can…
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Appalachian State Program Among 2017-18 N.C. Bioenergy Research Initiative Grant Recipients
The N.C. Bioenergy Research Initiative recently awarded $1 million in grants for 11 research projects to boost bioenergy opportunities and…
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Melting Ice Presents Hazards On National Forests
Though the ice and snow of this past week has been a beautiful site, visitors to the National Forests in…
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Winter Weather Advisory In Effect For Monday January 8, 2018
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, which includes Watauga County, for Monday until 7pm. According to…
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Week Long Below Freezing Temps To Open 2018 Leaves Local Rivers & Creeks Frozen
The Arctic blast this week has left many, if not all, river, creeks and streams frozen. Below is a collection…
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Camper Rescued From Linville Gorge
Mountain rescue teams, local rescuers and an aircrew from the NC Helo-Aquatic Rescue Team (NC HART) worked together early this morning…
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Winning Powerball Ticket Purchased In Wilkes County
If you bought a ticket for a chance to win Wednesday’s $460 million Powerball jackpot, take a second look at…
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Blue Ridge Energy Winter Safety Tips: 5 Precautions to Take During Winter Weather
Lenoir, NC (January 5, 2018) – During severely cold weather, Blue Ridge Energy recommends the following safety tips to protect…
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Blue Ridge Parkway Officials Remind Visitors Not To Walk On Frozen Ponds Or Lakes
Blue Ridge Parkway Park Rangers are reminding visitors not to walk on frozen pond and lakes. In Facebook post on…
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