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NC Medicaid Work & Engage Rules Impact Watauga | Boone
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New Medicaid Rules to Require Work, Community Engagement for Many North Carolinians

Major Federal Changes Will Affect Eligibility, Renewals, and Coverage for Low-Income Adults Starting in 2027.

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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

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

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