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The Latest Weekly Update From the North Carolina Drought Management Council, Released Thursday, September 17, 2026, Shows a Broad Reversal of Improving Trends and Increased Drought Severity Across the State, Including for Several High Country Counties.

Jenna Washinger and Annie Stidham Hosted a Recent Episode Centered on Anticipating Jenna's Birthday.

The Annual Event on September 18 at Broyhill Music Center Will Feature Keynote Speaker Dr. Martie Thompson and a Record Number of Faculty Project Proposals.

Melania Trump's Upcoming Visit to Ashe County Marks the Fifth Such High-Profile Trip to the Region in Recent Decades, with Boone and Ashe County Seeing Prior Presidential and Vice Presidential Attention.

Conservationists Gathered in Boone to Advocate Against the Proposed Rescission of the Roadless Rule, Which Limits Development in Wilderness Areas.

A Free Event at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Brought Together Neighbors and Raised Funds for Immigration-Affected High Country Residents.

Appalachian State's Field Hockey Team Faced a Challenging Contest at Home, Unable to Answer the Sustained Offensive Attack From the No. 6 Ranked Demon Deacons.

The Mountaineers Finished 2-1 as Hosts of the Weekend Tournament, Preparing for an Upcoming Match Against NC State.

The Annual Downtown Boone Festival Offered German-Themed Festivities Alongside Vital Booths for Literacy, Overdose Awareness, and Mental Health Support.

Regular Unleaded and Diesel Prices See Significant Increases This Week, Driven by Global Oil Market Volatility.

High Country Students Contributed to Statewide Academic Gains, with Improvements in Proficiency and College Readiness.

A Look Into How Formalizing Personal Aspirations Can Significantly Increase Success Rates and Foster Self-Confidence.

Economists and Truckers Warn That All-Time High Diesel Fuel Costs Are Likely to Increase Prices on Store Shelves Throughout the Region.

Thirty-Two Competitors, Including Students and Community Members, Recently Gathered at the Year-Old Boone Coffee Shop for a Flipper Frenzy-Style Contest, Driven by Passion for the Classic Game.

"The Appalachian," an Organization Focused on Campus and Community Reporting, Relies on Diverse Funding to Maintain Its Operations and Recognized Journalistic Standards.

The New Single Is the Second Track Previewing an Upcoming "Brother Album" to Her Recent "Wor$t GIRL IN America" Project.

The Astrological Period Spotlights Performers Known for Their Powerful Stage Presence, Dynamic Choreography, and Lasting Contributions to the Music Industry.

App State Defeated East Carolina University 27-24 in Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, Moving to 2-0 on the Season.

A Crucial Phase of the N.c. 105 Improvement Project Commences with Nightly Demolition to Make Way for the New Watauga River Crossing.

Governor Josh Stein Announced $1.25 Million in Federal Funding to Enhance School-Based Health Centers, with the Appalachian District Health Department Among the Recipients Serving Watauga, Ashe, Avery, and Alleghany Counties.

Several Key Initiatives, From Downtown Infrastructure to Appalachian State University Facilities and Housing, Are Advancing with Projected Completions Ranging From Late This Year to 2028.

Mountaineers Secure 2-0 Victory Over Etsu, Marking the Program's Longest Unbeaten Run in Over 15 Years and a Strong 5-1-2 Start to the Season.

The Collaborative Performance of "a Soldier's Tale" Offered a Unique Opportunity for Faculty Members and the App State Community.

Student Groups Are Working to Protect Declining Mallard Duck Populations and Vital Wild Turkey Habitats Through Campus Initiatives and Community Events.

App State Football Defeated East Carolina 27-24 on Saturday Afternoon, Moving to 2-0 on the Season and Securing Its Fourth Consecutive Win in the FBS Series Against the Pirates.