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Boone Source

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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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SportsBoone Source staff13h ago

App State Football Headed to Marshall for Evening Kickoff in Huntington

The Sun Belt Conference Matchup Between the Mountaineers and Thundering Herd Is Set for a 6 P.m. Start on Espn+.

CommunityBoone Source staff18h ago

Watauga Arts Council Announces Holiday Workshop Week

SportsBoone Source staff18h ago

Watauga and Avery County Football Teams Secure Playoff Spots

Public SafetyBoone Source staff1d ago

Fatal Shooting at Mississippi Nightclub Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured

Weather & RoadsBoone Source staff1d ago

Warmer Temperatures Arrive, Rain Expected Midweek in High Country

Business & TourismBoone Source staff3d ago

High Country Sees Increased Visitors, Decreased Spending During Peak Leaf Season

CommunityBoone Source staff4d ago

Boone Broten Bags First Buck After Patient Wait

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Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Grandfather Trail Hiker Rescued by Avery County Volunteers

4d ago

App StateBoone Source staff

U.s. Senate Races and Key Voter Information for 2026 Election

6d ago

Business & TourismBoone Source staff

Ftc, North Carolina Lead Multi-State Lawsuit Against Dollar General for Alleged Overcharges

6d ago

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Fatal Parking Lot Incident Under Investigation in White Oak

6d ago

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Texting 9-1-1 Becomes an Option in Many Communities, but Awareness Lags

6d ago

App StateBoone Source staff

Appalachian State Pilot Program Helps First-Year Students Discover Career Paths

6d ago

Housing & GrowthBoone Source staff

Evolving Rental Landscape Presents New Hurdles for Tenants

6d ago

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Trial Begins for Man Accused in Vilas Robbery, Deputy Shooting

6d ago

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Delayed Trout Stocking Begins in High Country Waters This Week

Oct 27

SchoolsBoone Source staff

Boone Grandparents Navigating Modern Schooling Find Support and Strength

Oct 27

SportsBoone Source staff

App State, Georgia Southern Rivalry Game Carries High Stakes for Conference Title

Oct 27

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Fall Trout Stocking Delayed Due to Environmental Stress, Hatchery Issues

Oct 27

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Valdosta Mother Still Seeking Justice After Son Shot

Oct 27

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Local Agriculture to Be Celebrated at 69th Farm City Banquet

Oct 27

Local NewsBoone Source staff

High Country Childcare Sector Struggles with Closures and Funding Gaps

Oct 27

Events in Boone

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Jake Shimabukuro

Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 PMAppalachian Theatre$

Appalachian State Mountaineers Mens Basketball

Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 PMHolmes Center$

Appalachian State Mountaineers Womens Volleyball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Womens Volleyball

Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PMHolmes Center$

Appalachian State Mountaineers Womens Volleyball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Womens Volleyball

Fri, Nov 6 · 6:00 PMHolmes Center$

Amber Autry

Fri, Nov 6 · 7:00 PMParamount Center for the Arts - TN$

Appalachian State Mountaineers Football vs. Georgia State Panthers Football

Sat, Nov 7 · All dayKidd Brewer Stadium$

East Tennessee State Buccaneers Football vs. Samford University Bulldogs Football

Sat, Nov 7 · 1:00 PMWilliam B. Greene Jr Stadium$

Chris Taylor & The Rumor

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:00 PMThe Premier$

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Hickory Campus Connect

Tue, Nov 3 · 2:00 PMApp State Hickory Campus

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Student IMA / Study Group

Tue, Nov 3 · 3:30 PMApp State Hickory Campus

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YS Lego Club

Tue, Nov 3 · 4:00 PM

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Walker Internship Expo

Tue, Nov 3 · 5:00 PMPeacock Hall

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U.s. Senate Races and Key Voter Information for 2026 Election

App State

6d ago

High Country Sees Increased Visitors, Decreased Spending During Peak Leaf Season

Business & Tourism

3d ago

Watauga Arts Council Announces Holiday Workshop Week

Community

18h ago

Evolving Rental Landscape Presents New Hurdles for Tenants

Housing & Growth

6d ago

Delayed Trout Stocking Begins in High Country Waters This Week

Local News

Oct 27

Fatal Shooting at Mississippi Nightclub Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured

Public Safety

1d ago

Boone Grandparents Navigating Modern Schooling Find Support and Strength

Schools

Oct 27

App State Football Headed to Marshall for Evening Kickoff in Huntington

Sports

13h ago

Avery County Commissioners Adopt 2027 Property Values, Postpone Data Center Moratorium Hearing

Town & County

Oct 18

Warmer Temperatures Arrive, Rain Expected Midweek in High Country

Weather & Roads

1d ago

Best of Boone

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Downtown Boone

The vibrant heart of Boone, offering unique shops, local eateries, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a stroll or evening out.

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Appalachian State University Campus

The scenic and historic campus, a major part of Boone's identity and home to cultural events, beautiful architecture, and a lively student community.

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Blue Ridge Parkway

America's most scenic drive, offering breathtaking mountain vistas, hiking trails, and endless opportunities for outdoor exploration just minutes from town.

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Boone Greenway Trail

Miles of paved and natural trails perfect for walking, running, and biking, offering peaceful access to the New River and local scenery for all ages.

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Oct 27

App StateBoone Source staff

App State Office Secures $35 Million Federal Grant for Rural Students

Oct 26

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Man Shot After Allegedly Forcing Entry Into West Jefferson Airbnb, Later Arrested

Oct 26

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Blue Ridge Energy Foundation Awards $54,000 in Watauga County Grants

Oct 26

SportsBoone Source staff

NC College Football Gears up for Halloween Weekend Matchups Across the State

Oct 26

App StateBoone Source staff

Mountaineers Clinch Overtime Thriller, Hand James Madison First Loss

Oct 26

Weather & RoadsBoone Source staff

High Country Anticipates Continued Dry Weather, Warming Trend Before Weekend Rain Chance

Oct 26

SportsBoone Source staff

App State Women's Soccer Claims 1-0 Road Victory Over Marshall

Oct 25

SportsBoone Source staff

Appalachian State Secures Overtime Victory, Hands James Madison First Loss

Oct 25

SportsBoone Source staff

JMU Offense Stumbles in Loss to App State

Oct 25

CommunityBoone Source staff

Valle Crucis Farmer Uses Preparedness to Mitigate Storm Damage

Oct 25

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Blowing Rock Prepares for Halloween, Highlights Early Voting and Town Services

Oct 25

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Georgia Man Sentenced in Wife's AIDS Death Case

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