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Feb. 25 at the Schaefer Center: Lake Street Dive Live in NC

Feb. 16, 2017. The red hot jazz pop four piece known as Lake Street Dive will be making their only stop in NC Saturday night Feb. 25 at the Schaefer Center at Appalachian State here in Boone. Hot on the heels of their third studio release, this group out of Boston has sold out every show so far during their current tour, which spans the United States. With their highly anticipated appearance at the Schaefer Center fast approaching, fans should expect this show to sell out as well. By Cramer Lewis

BIG Something coming to the Local Feb. 11, part of album release tour.

Jan. 26, 2017. In a market saturated with genre defiance, BIG something sidestep obscurity in the jam band milieu by way of their outrageous chops, genuine song writing, and nonstop gritty groove making. BIG something has really got something big for every sort of music fan without making any sacrifices to their sound. By Cramer Lewis

Nashville’s Electro-Indie Duo CHERUB Sells Out at Legends for a Third Consecutive Year

Sept. 19, 2016. Cherub’s yearly visit to Boone has become a welcomed tradition. So much so that another yearly tradition accompanies their return: selling out Legends. On Wednesday Sept. 21 Cherub will dish out a funky dose of their high energy electro fusion to a sold out Legends crowd. Tickets to this event have now sold out for the third consecutive year. By Cramer Lewis

Missing Pregnant Woman from Salisbury Found in Boone on Monday Afternoon

The missing pregnant woman from Salisbury, Carrie Bradshaw-Crowther, 49, has been found in Boone, according to Watauga County Sheriff Len Hagaman. Bradshaw-Crowther went missing on Tuesday morning, hours before she was scheduled to have a C-section birth. By Jesse Wood

The Annual Shag at Sugar Mountain Held Saturday, Aug. 23 at the Sugar Mountain Golf Clubhouse

After being postponed due to rain earlier this month, the annual Shag at Sugar Mountain will finally take place on Saturday, Aug. 23. The event will be held from 4:30-9 p.m. at Sugar Mountain Golf Clubhouse located at 1054 Sugar Mtn Dr. in Sugar Mountain. “The first one was in 2010 to celebrate our 25th anniversary as a township,” said Tammy Floyd, Clerk at the Village of Sugar Mountain. “But people loved it so much and asked for it again and again so we obliged and made it an annual event.”
BY MADISON FISLER LEWIS

What’s Playing at the Movies? Feb. 6-13: The Monuments Men, That Awkward Moment, Ride Along and More!

Check out all of the great films that you can catch this week at the movies. Trailers included!
COMPILED BY MADISON V. FISLER

Weekend Roundup: Things to Do This Weekend in the High Country; Check ‘em Out, Make Plans Jan. 24-27

Even in the middle of winter, the High Country still has so many exciting events to offer its community and visitors. Check our site every Friday for something new and exciting to look forward to while you’re watching the hour hand crawl to 5 o’clock. Find live music down the street, explore a nearby town’s local secrets or try out a new square dancing class. There’s always something fun to do in the High Country.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

Featured Photo: The High Country Transforms Into a Winter Wonderland as Snow Accumulates This Afternoon

Snow accumulations continue throughout the High Country as precipitation continues to fall throughout the afternoon. Accumulations ranging from two to seven inches are expected for different parts of the area. Check out some photos of the winter wonderland. by Madison V. Fisler – Photo by Ken Ketchie

What’s Playing at the Movies? Jan. 9-16: Lone Survivor, Paranormal Activity, 47 Ronin and More!

Check out all of the great films that you can catch this week at the movies. Trailers included!
COMPILED BY MADISON V. FISLER

ASU’s Michael R. Patricelli Craft Enrichment Program Offers Affordable Craft Instruction This Spring

For many High Country residents, the Michael R. Patricelli Craft Enrichment Program offered each year at Appalachian State University is a welcome outlet for creativity and a great way to learn a new craft or hobby. This year, classes will be offered in glass fusing and slumping, digital photography, weaving, welding and metalworking, stained glass, lampwork and beadmaking, jewelry, wood bowl-turning, fiber spinning, sewing, painting, basket making and pottery.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

The 32nd Annual Watauga County Humane Society Rummage Sale Scheduled for June 22-23

June 21, 2013. For the 32nd year in a row, the Watauga County Humane Society’s annual rummage sale will take place starting June 22 at the National Guard Armory. The sale runs both days from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Watauga County will be held Tomorrow, June 14 at WHS

June 13, 2013. The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Watauga County will be held at Watauga High School in Boone on June 14. This annual fundraiser not only raises money for cancer reasearch, but also serves as a meeting point for supporters, survivors and caretakers and as a memorial to those who have already passed on.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

First Friday Art Crawl: Downtown Boone Comes Alive With the June Edition of This Evening Tradition

June 6, 2013. On Friday, June 7, downtown Boone will be taken over by the monthly First Friday Art Crawl. Like always, this month’s crawl will feature food, drinks and live music with work and exhibitions from local artists. And as usual, everyone is invited to come out and enjoy some Friday night fun.
COMPILED BY MADISON V. FISLER

Thomas the Tank Engine Along with His Engine Friends Will Be at Tweetsie Railroad From May 13 to June 9

May 16, 2013. Bring your preschoolers to take the ride of their lives! Seen on the pages of favorite storybooks, in playrooms, and on the television screen, Thomas the Tank Engine® is adored by little engineers everywhere. Along with his engine friends, Thomas captivates children in more than 145 countries and 30 languages.

The Incredible Toy Company Will Celebrate Its 20th Birthday on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

April 24, 2013. Twenty years is a long time to enjoy your job. But, of course, when work really is fun and games, who wouldn’t enjoy every day. The Incredible Toy Company celebrates 20 years in business the first weekend in May.

John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats to Bring Solo Performance to Legends at ASU on Wednesday, May 1

May 1, 2013. John Darnielle will bring his solo performance to Legends music hall May 1at Appalachian State University. Doors open for the performance at 9 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 for Appalachian students and $12 for guests and at the door.

FARM Cafe Celebrates Its One-Year Anniversary With an Appreciation Event Saturday, May 4 at FARM Cafe

April 19, 2013.FARM Cafe holds second annual event to mark the anniversary of one year of service to the High Country community. The appreciation event will be held on Saturday, May 4th from noon to 4pm at FARM Cafe, located in the old Boone Drug store on King Street.

Gramatik Brings His Electro-Frenzy ‘Age of Reason Tour’ to Legends at Appalachian State University on April 23

April 15, 2013. The Concerts Council of the Appalachian Popular Programming Society brings critically-acclaimed Pretty Lights recording artist Gramatik on April 23, 2013 to Legends. The performance will feature an eclectic bill of electronic and dance-inducing blend of beats with support from Cherub and heRobust for the last rave of the semester.

Award-winning musical ‘Rent’ to be presented Dec. 9 by Appalachian Musical Theatre Ensemble

Dec. 4, 2012. The highly acclaimed musical “Rent” will make its regional premiere at Appalachian State University Dec. 9 with two performances, at 2 and 8 p.m., in Rosen Concert Hall by the newly formed Appalachian Musical Theatre Ensemble. This is the first time “Rent” has been produced in the High Country. Appalachian’s production involves more than four dozen students in the cast, crew and live orchestra, representing 18 different academic majors from across the university.

Multi-Family Affordable Housing Project Proposed for Clawson Property in Boone By United Developers

Nov. 26, 2012. Bill Owen, representing Fayetteville-based developer United Developers, appeared at the Nov. 15 Boone Town Council meeting to ask for a public hearing for his proposal of a multi-family affordable housing project on Clawson Street.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

Weekend Roundup: Nine Things To Do This Weekend in the High Country; Check ‘em Out and Make Plans Nov. 23-25

Nov. 23, 2012. This weekend has a variety of things to do for anybody in the High Country. Whether you are looking for something to relieve the week’s stress or a wild night on the town, the High country has something to offer that will trigger that interest. There are so many things to look forward to as the weekend quickly approaches.
COMPILED BY REBECCA GITLEN

Update: Wildfire in Southeast Corner of Watauga Burns 100+ Acres, Contained, ‘Mop Up’ Begins in Morning

Nov. 10, 2012. Located in the southeast corner of Watauga County, a forest fire that has burned more than 100 acres has been contained, according to Blowing Rock Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Kent Graham.
BY JESSE WOOD

Weekend Roundup: 15 Things To Do This Weekend in the High Country; Check ‘em Out and Make Plans Nov. 9-11

Nov. 9, 2012. The High Country has so many wonderful events to offer its community and visitors. Check our site every Friday for something new and exciting to look forward to while you’re watching the hour hand crawl to 5 o’clock. Find live music down the street, explore a nearby town’s local secrets or try out a new square dancing class. There’s always something fun to do in the High Country.
COMPILED BY REBECCA GITLEN

Weekend Roundup: 17 Things To Do This Weekend in the High Country; Check ‘em Out and Make Plans Nov. 2-4

Nov. 2, 2012. The High Country has so many wonderful events to offer its community and visitors. Check our site every Friday for something new and exciting to look forward to while you’re watching the hour hand crawl to 5 o’clock. Find live music down the street, explore a nearby town’s local secrets or try out a new square dancing class. There’s always something fun to do in the High Country.
COMPILED BY REBECCA GITLEN

Update on Kids’ Halloween Events! Some Cancelled, Some Postponed, But Many Still Happening Wednesday Night

Oct. 31, 2012. Due to the cold and snowy weather, some Halloween events have been cancelled or postponed, however, many events are still happening tonight on Halloween.
BY JESSE WOOD

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