dirt.sports update

Appalachian State, Future Development, Uncategorized — EDITOR on May 5, 2008 at 2:00 am

258860_1.jpgClick here for an overview of the proposed ASU facility updates

Update: New photo of East Gate stands



Wind Power for the High Country

Uncategorized — EDITOR on March 4, 2008 at 8:00 am

windmillblade.jpgIn the near future, green power companies, the Western North Carolina (WNC) Renewable Energy Initiative and N.C. Small Wind Initiative hope to make wind power a reality

Here’s the article from the Appalachian



Christmas saved

Uncategorized — EDITOR on February 29, 2008 at 8:42 am

unbranded-large-christmas-tree.jpgChristmas trees that is.  Senator Steve Goss has received word today of a revised interpretation of state law which states that US 321 and US 421 statewide will now be accessible for truck/tractors pulling semi-trailers up to 53 feet in length.  This will stop the ticketing of large trucks coming to get Christmas trees.

Here’s the article in the Jefferson Post



New Dam for Wildcat Lake

Uncategorized — EDITOR on February 29, 2008 at 8:35 am

cfiles27670.jpgState Representative Phillip Frye helped speed up the permit process for a new dam at Wildcat lake in Banner Elk.  The lake has been dry for two years while officials tried to get permits.  Now with the proper permits, the lake could be filled as soon as this summer.



4 Smart Moves for Getting a Great Deal on a House

Uncategorized — EDITOR on February 28, 2008 at 4:10 pm

house.gifThe spring home-buying season has arrived–except things are quite different from years past. While many economists believe house prices still have further to fall, there’s little doubt it’s become a buyer’s market, with buyers gaining leverage that was unthinkable during the boom and the long run-up in prices.

Click here to read this article



Stay 35 on 105

Uncategorized — EDITOR on February 14, 2008 at 3:03 pm

35mph_advisory_sign.jpgThe speed limit on N.C. 105 has been changed from 45 mph to 35 mph, extending from the Poplar Grove Road intersection to the N.C. 105 Bypass.

Click here for the article in the Watauga Democrat.



Gregory Reck Resigns from Boone Planning Commission

Uncategorized — EDITOR on February 9, 2008 at 8:54 pm

Reck wrote, “The decision to rezone flies in the face not only of good planning; it flies in the face of any planning. Let’s face the truth: the university’s request and the decision to rezone were never the result of planning. They were the result of the opportunity presented to the university to purchase property, which the university did without an ounce of credible cooperative planning with the town, or even with itself. ”

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Local Marine League Detachment formed - Jefferson Post
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:51:40 GMT -

Local Marine League Detachment formed
Jefferson Post
Tom “Tugboat” Northrop of Ashe County is among the area Marine veterans who helped form the High Country Detachment 1389 of the North Carolina Department Marine Corps League. Senior Vice Commandant of the Mountaineer Detachment in Watauga County, ...

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Snow on the slopes in Western North Carolina - TriCities.com
Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:54:16 GMT -

Snow on the slopes in Western North Carolina
TriCities.com
Established in 1967, Beech Mountain Resort — formerly called “Ski Beech” — ranks among three ski slopes in North Carolina's High Country, a scenic region where mountains stand like stacks more than a mile high. Over the past couple of years, ...

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POSTED BY: Mike Dojc - TORO Magazine
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:19:41 GMT -

POSTED BY: Mike Dojc
TORO Magazine
Daniel Boone Nestled between the peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, the charming towns of Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock make up the North Carolina High Country. The kite high moniker reflects the awesome elevation, not hydroponic ...

Our View: When the whistle stops, heed the call - Watauga Democrat
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:06:13 GMT -

Our View: When the whistle stops, heed the call
Watauga Democrat
Beverly Perdue has been often more visible in the High Country than other state-elected CEOs. And as we move forward with the recent news that Perdue will not seek a second term, this is a trend any contender must be committed to continuing.

2011 state park attendance matches record - WSOC Charlotte
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:50:02 GMT -

2011 state park attendance matches record
WSOC Charlotte
WATAUGA COUNTY, NC -- Visits to North Carolina state parks continued at record levels in 2011, and the High Country's natural gems were among the highest achievers, according to a report released last week. Approximately 14.25 million visits to state ...

Positive Vibration - Boone Mountain Times
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:00:50 GMT -

Boone Mountain Times

Positive Vibration
Boone Mountain Times
Founded in Boone in 2004, Hope Massive was bred out of a shared admiration of Marley amongst Brown and friend Justin Butler. The reggae and dancehall six-piece has been a musical mainstay in the High Country and also received regional recognition upon ...

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Our View: Seeing the mountains for the trees - Watauga Democrat
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:29:31 GMT -

Our View: Seeing the mountains for the trees
Watauga Democrat
After polishing its natural gems for millennia, it's no surprise that state parks in the High Country are among those most visited in North Carolina. Our state parks did well overall in 2011. More than 14 million visitors hiked, picnicked or just ...

Our View: Volunteer to make a difference - Watauga Democrat
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:25:32 GMT -

Our View: Volunteer to make a difference
Watauga Democrat
Thumbs-down: to the number of volunteer vacancies on committees and boards assisting Boone Town Council. Many of us already volunteer our time with our church, with scouts or with an area nonprofit, by way of example. Many more of us don't.

Back in Black - Boone Mountain Times
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:06:40 GMT -

Boone Mountain Times

Back in Black
Boone Mountain Times
By Frank Ruggiero (frank.ruggiero@mountaintimes.com) Comedian Lewis Black returns to Boone Feb. 9, promising a show filled with all new material. The standup comedian, actor and author is known for his impassioned – and oftentimes steaming – views on ...

Thank you, Jim Greene - Watauga Democrat
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:56:39 GMT -

Watauga Democrat

Thank you, Jim Greene
Watauga Democrat
In honor of Jim, I wanted to share this updated piece about “The Voice of Avery County,” whom our community will dearly miss. I am a better person because of having known Jim, and his contributions to countless Avery County and High Country lives will ...

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