Sheriff: Deceased Male Found On Flat Top Road Home Fire
Statement from Watauga County Sheriff Len Hagaman: On Thursday May 23rd, 2019 Units were dispatched to 1694 Flat Top Road at 2:43pm in reference to … Read more
Weather: Unusual May Streak of 80 Plus Degree Days Ahead
Consecutive days of high temperatures near 80 degrees and higher will be the weather story for the High Country over the next several days. Forecast … Read more
Green Valley Students raise $3,000 to build water filters with Wine to Water
Over the past several weeks, Green Valley School’s fifth grade students read Linda Sue Park’s “A Long Walk to Water,“ a novel that tells the … Read more
Grandfather Mountain State Park Makes Big Changes to Camping Policy
LINVILLE, N.C.- Starting June 1, 2019, Grandfather Mountain State Park’s 13 campsites will become available for advanced reservation with a fee, consistent with the camping … Read more
SHP Urges Motorists To Plan Ahead For Memorial Day Travel
RALEIGH – With an estimated 37.6 million motorists taking to the roadways this Memorial Day weekend, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging drivers to plan ahead before … Read more
MEMORIAL DAY TRAVEL: BY THE NUMBERS
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 20, 2019) – AAA Carolinas projects an estimated 1,300,000 North Carolinians and 615,000 South Carolinians will travel this Memorial Day weekend (a … Read more
Crime Stoppers Seeks Information In Attempted Walmart Theft
On Saturday May 11th, 2019 a woman attempted to steal multiple items from Walmart in Boone, but fled after being confronted by employees. The suspect … Read more
Crime Stoppers Seeks Information In Breaking & Entering At Benchmark Provisions
At approximately 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday May 22nd, two people broke into and entered Benchmark Provisions on South Depot Street in Boone. The two male … Read more
Watauga County Emergency Fest To Be Held Saturday June 1, 2019
The annual Watauga County Emergency Fest will take place Saturday June 1, 2019 from 10am to 2pm at the Peacock Lot (formerly known as the … Read more
Cove Creek School installs solar array
Last year, Cove Creek became Watauga County’s second school to be recognized for its dedication to sustainability, earning a designation as a North Carolina Green … Read more
State environmental officials urge residents to continue to recycle amid changing market conditions
Raleigh May 20, 2019 – The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality is providing technical assistance and guidance to local recycling programs affected by changing market … Read more
Report Armadillo Sightings in North Carolina to the Wildlife Commission
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 17, 2019) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is asking the public to report any sightings of nine-banded armadillos to the agency. Commission … Read more
State vet encourages livestock owners to vaccinate before peak rabies season
RALEIGH – Summer is peak rabies season and State Veterinarian Doug Meckes is encouraging North Carolina livestock owners to consider having their animals vaccinated against … Read more
Lowering of North Carolina Flags in Honor of Staff Sgt. Jacob A. Hess
Governor Roy Cooper today ordered all North Carolina flags at state buildings, grounds and facilities to be lowered to half-staff, effective immediately, through sunset on Monday, … Read more
Ford Motor Company Issues Two Recalls In North America
DEARBORN, Mich., May 15, 2019 – Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety recalls in North America. Details are as follows: Safety recall for select 2019 … Read more
WCSO Seeking Information In Missing Person Case – Aaron Coffey
UPDATE Sunday, May 19 8:06m – The Sheriff’s Office is reporting that Mr. Coffey has been found. According to Sheriff Len Hagaman: “After an intense … Read more
Local Man Charged With Arson After April Fire In Meat Camp Community
Watauga County Sheriff Len Hagaman has announced charges against a local man after a fire in the Meat Camp community in April. On Thursday, Sheriff … Read more
Blue Ridge Parkway Announces 2019 Pavement Preservation Work, Parkway Visitors Can Expect One-Lane Closures in Affected Areas
(NC/VA) – The National Park Service announced Wednesday that over 115 miles of the historic motor route in three primary areas will be resurfaced as … Read more
Wildlife Commission Opens Delayed Harvest Trout Waters June 1
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 14, 2019) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will open 34 trout streams and two lakes classified as Delayed Harvest to trout harvest … Read more
Appalachian celebrates its Class of 2019 — nearly 4,000 students — at Spring 2019 Commencement
BOONE, N.C. — The palpable excitement of Appalachian State University’s Class of 2019 — nearly 4,000 students — was evident throughout Friday and Saturday’s commencement … Read more
Lowering of the US and NC flags on Wednesday, May 15, in Honor of National Peace Officers Memorial Day
Governor Roy Cooper today ordered all US and North Carolina flags at state facilities be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, May 15, … Read more
Grandfather Mountain welcomes new development director
LINVILLE, N.C.—The Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation has named Courtney Lane its new director of development. Lane, whose duties include managing the engagement of donors and … Read more
Deer Harvest for 2018-19 Season Down 9 Percent from Previous Three-Year Average
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 9, 2019) — Results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s annual deer harvest summary indicate hunters across the state reported harvesting 143,529 deer … Read more
Measles Precautions Urged by North Carolina Health Officials
Raleigh May 9, 2019 – With multiple measles outbreaks occurring in the United States, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging … Read more
Mitchell Wright named Watauga County Schools Teacher of the Year
Valle Crucis teacher Mitchell Wright was named Watauga County Schools district-wide Teacher of the Year in surprise ceremony held Friday morning at the school. Wright … Read more
Thunderstorms With Heavier Rain Expected For Friday & The Weekend – May 10-12, 2019
Update Saturday 6:25 am – Below is the Hazardous Weather Update from NWS for the rest of the weekend. 443 AM EDT Sat May 11 … Read more
Landmark Pedestrian Bridge In Valle Crucis Taken Down After Damage
A landmark, and many would say historical, fixture in the Valle Crucis community was removed Wednesday evening. The pedestrian bridge, crossing over Broadstone Road from … Read more
Broadstone Road In Valle Crucis To Close Around 6pm To Remove Pedestrian Bridge After Being Struck
An update with more photos and videos is available at this link. UPDATE 8:03pm – Broadstone Road at Camp Broadstone is back open. More photos … Read more
ASU Spring 2019 Commencement This Weekend, Motorists Urged To Allow Extra Travel Time
Motorists around Boone should be aware of increased traffic due to Spring 2019 commencement ceremonies this weekend. Events will be held in the Holmes Convocation … Read more
Lowering of North Carolina Flags in Honor of Mooresville Police Officer Jordan Harris Sheldon
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered North Carolina flags at state buildings, grounds and facilities to remain at half-staff effective immediately through sunset on Friday, May … Read more
Watauga High School names Laura Berry Head Basketball Coach
BOONE — The Watauga County Board of Education approved the appointment of Laura Barry as Watauga High School’s next Head Men’s Basketball Coach during its … Read more
Portion Of Highland Avenue To Close Week Of May 13-17, 2019
Highland Avenue will be CLOSED from the Poplar Hill Drive intersection to the Highland Park Lane intersection beginning 8:00am on Monday, May 13, 2019 and … Read more
Tyson Foods, Inc. Recalls Over 11 Million Pounds Of Chicken Strip Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
WASHINGTON, May 4, 2019 – Tyson Foods, Inc., a Rogers, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 11,829,517 million pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken strip products that may … Read more
Justice Department Obtains $600,000 Settlement In Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Wilkes County Property Owner
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Justice Department and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina has announced a settlement with Robert Hatfield … Read more
Long Time Local Referee David Shervington Passes
A longtime local referee passed away last week. David Thomas Shervington, age 61, passed away Tuesday at his home in Foscoe. Shervington was known to … Read more
Green Street in Boone to close for sewer line upgrade, project to last 3-4 months
The Town of Boone is advising motorists that road construction on Green Street is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 6th and the road will … Read more
North Carolina flags to remain at half-staff through Wednesday May 8 to honor UNCC students killed
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered North Carolina flags at state buildings, grounds and facilities to remain at half-staff effective immediately through sunset on Wednesday, May 8 in honor of … Read more
Boone Police Department Honors 2018 Supervisor, Officer, and non-sworn Employee of the Year
The Boone Police Department recently honored its 2018 Supervisor, Officer, and non-sworn Employee of the Year. This year, Sergeant Dennis O’Neal, Telecommunicator Bridget Kleine, and … Read more
Boone Police: Increased Theft From Vehicles, Motorists Reminded To Lock Vehicles
The Boone Police Department has been receiving an increased number of reports of thefts from motor vehicles in our residential parking areas. Many of these … Read more
Watauga County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Publishers Clearing House Scam
The Watauga County Sheriff’s Office is warning local residents of a Publishers Clearing House scam making the rounds. The department says they have received a … Read more
Lowering of NC Flags to Half-Staff Effective Immediately Through Sunset on Friday, May 3 to Honor the UNC Charlotte Victims
UPDATE – Governor Roy Cooper has ordered North Carolina flags at state buildings, grounds and facilities to remain at half-staff effective immediately through sunset on Wednesday, May 8 Governor … Read more
App State Announces Football Home Game Times, Troy Date Change
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State has set game times for its 2019 home football schedule at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Also of note, the road game at … Read more
Watauga County Schools Honors First “Rookie Teacher of the Year”
The Watauga County School system announced its first-ever Rookie Teacher of the Year on Tuesday. Kari Riddle, a third-grade teacher from Parkway School, is … Read more
Forest Service: Linville Gorge Wildfire 100% Contained
Nebo, NC – April 30, 2019 – Firefighters were successful in direct suppression efforts to contain the Brushy Ridge Fire, which is now 100% contained. … Read more
Firefighters Responding to Wildfire in Linville Gorge
UPDATE Tuesday, April 30 – The fire is now 100% contained. More information at this link. Nebo, NC – April 29, 2019 – Trail and … Read more
Weather: Temperatures around 14-18 degrees warmer than normal at times this week
The High Country, along with much of the region, will feel a major warm up this week as high pressure moves into the area. The … Read more
NCDA&CS Standards Division offers tips on avoiding credit card skimmers
RALEIGH — As the weather turns warmer and many North Carolinians make travel plans for the Summer months, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and … Read more
State Superintendent Mark Johnson Announces New School Financial Transparency Website Showing How Nc Schools Spend $15.8 Billion Annually
State Superintendent Mark Johnson recently announced the launch of a publicly accessible website, www.schoolfinance.nc.gov, to provide better financial transparency for North Carolina’s public schools. Developed … Read more
Fire Destroys Abandoned House Trailer On Odes Wilson Road
A Thursday night fire destroyed an abandoned house trailer in Zionville. The fire, at 1090 Odes Wilson Road, is being ruled as accidental, Watauga County … Read more
High Country Hail Storms & Rainbows on Friday April 26, 2019
An active weather afternoon lead to the unlikely combination of hail storms and rainbows on Friday. Below are some of the photos and videos as … Read more