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Boone Source is an independent local news publication covering Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk and Watauga County in the North Carolina High Country: town and county government, Appalachian State University, Watauga County Schools, business and tourism, weather and roads, public safety, sports, and community life.
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Fatal Shooting at Mississippi Nightclub Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured
Jackson Police Are Investigating the Incident at Hideaway Nightclub, Where Two Unidentified Suspects Reportedly Opened Fire on a Crowd Saturday Night.
Warmer Temperatures Arrive, Rain Expected Midweek in High Country
After a Cool and Cloudy Weekend, a Warming Trend Will Begin on Monday, Bringing Increasing Chances for Rain by Wednesday and Thursday.
High Country Sees Increased Visitors, Decreased Spending During Peak Leaf Season
Despite a Slight Increase in Tourists, Economic Pressures Led to More Frugal Travel During Boone's Critical October Period, Impacting Local Businesses.
Boone Broten Bags First Buck After Patient Wait
Ten-Year-Old Tower Resident Secures Impressive Eight-Point Deer After Three Days of Persistent Hunting During Youth Season.
Grandfather Trail Hiker Rescued by Avery County Volunteers
Volunteer Teams From Linville-Central Rescue and Linville Fire Department Responded Tuesday Night to Carry a Distressed Individual From the Challenging Mountain Path.
U.s. Senate Races and Key Voter Information for 2026 Election
Voters in North and South Carolina Will Elect New Senators Next November, with Candidates Now Set and Important Details Available Regarding Registration and Voting.
Ftc, North Carolina Lead Multi-State Lawsuit Against Dollar General for Alleged Overcharges
The Federal Agency and 20 States, Including North Carolina, Accuse the Discount Retailer of Systematic Pricing Inaccuracies at Checkout.
Fatal Parking Lot Incident Under Investigation in White Oak
Authorities in White Oak Have Concluded That a Recent Pedestrian Fatality in a Mcdonald's Parking Lot Was an Accident, with No Criminal Charges to Be Filed.
Texting 9-1-1 Becomes an Option in Many Communities, but Awareness Lags
Emergency Text Service Offers a Vital Alternative for Those Unable to Make a Voice Call, Though Many Residents Remain Unaware of Its Availability.
Appalachian State Pilot Program Helps First-Year Students Discover Career Paths
A New For-Credit Course Offered at App State Connects Students with Real-World Industry Projects, Aiming to Build Career Confidence and Clarify Academic Goals Early in Their College Journey.
Evolving Rental Landscape Presents New Hurdles for Tenants
Renters Face Significant Financial Barriers, Shifting Living Arrangements, and the Rise of New Technologies in Tenant Disputes, While Landlords Navigate Their Own Complex Financial Landscape.
Trial Begins for Man Accused in Vilas Robbery, Deputy Shooting
Joey Ponce Faces Charges of Attempted First-Degree Murder and Other Felonies After a Chase Originating From a Watauga County Armed Robbery in April 2025.
Delayed Trout Stocking Begins in High Country Waters This Week
Environmental Challenges Caused a One-Month Postponement, but the N.c. Wildlife Resources Commission Is Set to Release Trout Into Watauga, Ashe, and Wilkes County Waterways, Among Others, Starting November 2.
Boone Grandparents Navigating Modern Schooling Find Support and Strength
Experts Offer Advice for Older Caregivers Returning to the Classroom, Emphasizing Available Resources and the Value of Their Unique Experience.
App State, Georgia Southern Rivalry Game Carries High Stakes for Conference Title
A Nearly Century-Old Football Matchup on Saturday Could Determine the Leader of the Sun Belt Conference’s East Division.
Fall Trout Stocking Delayed Due to Environmental Stress, Hatchery Issues
The N.c. Wildlife Resources Commission Will Begin Delayed Harvest Stocking November 2, a Month Later Than Usual, Following Significant Fish Losses and Ongoing Hatchery Renovations.
App State Office Secures $35 Million Federal Grant for Rural Students
The Funding Will Support College Access and Guaranteed Admission for Students in Six Rural Counties, Fostering Higher Education Aspirations.
Valdosta Mother Still Seeking Justice After Son Shot
Marshania English's 10-Year-Old Son Is Home After Being Shot in the Face by a 9-Year-Old, but the Family Says the Legal Process Has Stalled and the Accused's Mother Lives Nearby.
Local Agriculture to Be Celebrated at 69th Farm City Banquet
The Watauga County Cooperative Extension Will Host the Long-Standing Event on Nov. 5 at Boone United Methodist Church, Featuring Dinner, Multiple Awards, and a Special Art Unveiling.
High Country Childcare Sector Struggles with Closures and Funding Gaps
Local Providers and Business Leaders Are Advocating for Greater Support and Understanding of an Industry Vital to the Region's Workforce.
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