“North Carolina’s parks are integral to our state’s quality of life and economy,” said Governor Josh Stein. “We are all grateful that so many organizations and agencies came together to open Paddy ...

With over 160 requests received through Hope for the High Country: Hurricane Helene Business Resiliency Disaster Grants, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has recently awarded an ...

NEWLAND, N.C. – On Wednesday, May 7th, a new Purple Pantry was installed at High Country Community Health in Newland (448 ...

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) has earned national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2024. The recognition comes from the ...

Art in the Park, a cornerstone of Blowing Rock's cultural landscape for over six decades, will take place on Park Avenue on May 17, June 14, July 12, August 16, September 6, and October 4. The event ...

Town of Boone, North Carolina — On Friday, May 16th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Town of Boone staff will host a public input session to learn more about how the public views the Boone Jaycee Park ...

The Appalachian State University Police Department is investigating an alleged incident of a sexual assault, specifically rape, that was reported to have occured in Boone on May 7, 2025, in Frank ...

GoBlueRidge.Net and High Country Radio is proud to offer five radio stations with content created specifically for the High Country. All of our stations are live and local and provide the latest news ...

As the High Country prepares for the busy summer tourism season, while still processing the economic impacts of Hurricane Helene, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q1 Economic Indicators ...

The Watauga EDC will continue to conduct this study each month through October 2025. Businesses of all types inside the Watauga County limits are encouraged to participate and can have monthly survey ...

Registration for community members and students is $25 through May 1. Starting May 2, the conference fee increases to $40. Lunch is included both days. To register and for more information, visit ...