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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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Public SafetyBoone Source staff4h ago

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.

Weather & RoadsBoone Source staff4h ago

Warmer Temperatures Arrive, Rain Expected Midweek in High Country

Business & TourismBoone Source staff2d ago

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

CommunityBoone Source staff3d ago

Boone Broten Bags First Buck After Patient Wait

Public SafetyBoone Source staff3d ago

Grandfather Trail Hiker Rescued by Avery County Volunteers

App StateBoone Source staff5d ago

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

Business & TourismBoone Source staff5d ago

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

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Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Fatal Parking Lot Incident Under Investigation in White Oak

5d ago

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

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

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App StateBoone Source staff

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

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Housing & GrowthBoone Source staff

Evolving Rental Landscape Presents New Hurdles for Tenants

5d ago

Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Trial Begins for Man Accused in Vilas Robbery, Deputy Shooting

5d ago

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Delayed Trout Stocking Begins in High Country Waters This Week

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SchoolsBoone Source staff

Boone Grandparents Navigating Modern Schooling Find Support and Strength

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SportsBoone Source staff

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

5d ago

Local NewsBoone Source staff

Fall Trout Stocking Delayed Due to Environmental Stress, Hatchery Issues

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Public SafetyBoone Source staff

Valdosta Mother Still Seeking Justice After Son Shot

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Local NewsBoone Source staff

Local Agriculture to Be Celebrated at 69th Farm City Banquet

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Local NewsBoone Source staff

High Country Childcare Sector Struggles with Closures and Funding Gaps

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App StateBoone Source staff

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

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Public SafetyBoone Source staff

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

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Local NewsBoone Source staff

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

6d ago

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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Men's Basketball vs Merrimack - Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon

Mon, Nov 2 · 6:00 AMRock Hill

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Scholastic Book Fair

Mon, Nov 2 · 10:00 AMApp State Hickory Campus

ChildrenMon2

Family Story Time

Mon, Nov 2 · 11:00 AMWatauga Public Library

Mon2

Career Readiness Lunch & Learn

Mon, Nov 2 · 12:30 PMApp State Hickory Campus

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

App State

5d ago

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

Business & Tourism

2d ago

Boone Broten Bags First Buck After Patient Wait

Community

3d ago

Evolving Rental Landscape Presents New Hurdles for Tenants

Housing & Growth

5d ago

Delayed Trout Stocking Begins in High Country Waters This Week

Local News

5d ago

Fatal Shooting at Mississippi Nightclub Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured

Public Safety

4h ago

Boone Grandparents Navigating Modern Schooling Find Support and Strength

Schools

5d ago

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

Sports

5d 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

4h 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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SportsBoone Source staff

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

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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

Oct 25

CommunityBoone Source staff

Watauga County Farmers’ Market Crowned North Carolina's Best

Oct 24

SportsBoone Source staff

App State Field Hockey Falls to JMU in Close Match

Oct 24

CommunityBoone Source staff

High Country Families to Gather for "Pumpkin Palooza" at App State

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