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North Carolina Has A Reindeer Farm Where You Hand-Feed The Herd Before Christmas

Some holiday traditions involve a crowded mall and a long line for a photo. Others involve a mountain road, a guide who knows every animal by name, and a hungry goat waiting for a treat from your open hand. High in the North Carolina mountains near Banner Elk, a working...

Banner Elk, NC · 2d
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Ashe Post & Times

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High Country Council of Governments presents awards at 51st annual banquet

BOONE — On Oct. 16, High Country Council of Governments held its annual awards ceremony at the Grandview Ballroom on Appalachian State University’s campus to recognize outstanding achievements and contributions by elected officials, local government employees, and advisory committee members. The High Country Council of Governments (HCCOG) is a regional organization dedicated to serving and supporting local governments in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey counties. Award winners were nominated by elected and appointed officials from the seven-county region. Mayor of Jefferson Peter Eller was selected as the 2026 Outstanding Local Elected Official in the High Country region. This award honors outstanding service and leadership to the community. This award is voted on by managers, administrators, staff, and local elected officials in the region. Few people know the Town of Jefferson as well as Peter Eller, and few have given more of themselves to it. A lifelong Jefferson resident, his service to the town began before he was old enough to vote: his very first summer job, taken in high school just after he earned his driver's license, was working for the Town of Jefferson. Decades later, he returned to lead it. Mayor Eller spent 35 years with

Jefferson, NC · 1d

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Hazardous Weather Outlook: Friday, November 13, 2026

Light snow, gusty winds and much colder air are the story across the High Country today. The National Weather Service in Blacksburg issued this Hazardous Weather Outlook at 3:02 a.m. Friday, and it includes both Watauga and Ashe counties. Today and Tonight. Light measurable snowfall is expected, with the highest...

Watauga County, NC · 9h
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WJHL

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Bracket set for The Classic basketball tournament at Tennessee High

BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — The bracket is set for the 43rd annual The Classic basketball tournament at Tennessee High School. The tournament will take place Dec. 26–31 and feature 18 teams, some from as far away as Texas and Florida. “We’ve got teams from across the country, literally, you know, coming from California to Texas,” […]

Bristol, TN · 1d

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MCHP Spruce Pine Health Center Grand Opening

Mountain Community Health Partnership (MCHP) celebrated the grand opening of its new Spruce Pine Health Center on Friday, November 6, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s longstanding commitment to accessible, comprehensive healthcare for rural communities in Western North Carolina. Located at 13394 S. Highway 226 in Spruce Pine,...

Spruce Pine, NC · 2d

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First Snow Possible, Hard Freezes and Wind Chills in the Teens as Cold Snap Arrives Thursday

The High Country is about to get its first real taste of winter. The National Weather Service in Blacksburg says Wednesday is the last warm day for the foreseeable future, with a cold snap beginning Thursday that will last through the weekend and could bring the first snow of the season to the highest elevations.

Boone, NC · 2d

WJHL

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Pickin’ Chickens: City of Bristol, Virginia unveils new baseball team

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The City of Bristol, Virginia is unveiling its new baseball team on Thursday. The Pickin’ Chickens will join the Blue Ridge League. The new mascot honors the baseball and musical history of Bristol. “I think having a team name that showcases the music and the baseball heritage here is vital,” Bristol, […]

Bristol, VA · 1d

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Several Inches of Snow Possible for Boone, Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and the Smokies Friday Into Saturday as Strong Cold Front Arrives

BOONE, N.C. — Snow lovers in the North Carolina mountains are in for a treat later this week. A strong cold front will sweep through the state Thursday into Friday, bringing the coldest air of the season statewide. Behind the front, gusty northwest winds will set up a classic northwest flow snow event across the higher elevations. Accumulating snow is expected mainly above 2,500 feet, with the best totals above 3,500 feet.

Boone, NC · 2d

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Gibbs Eagles win Class 4A postseason showdown with Elizabethton

Gibbs scored the first 21 and final 14 points of its first-round Class 4A playoff game against Elizabethton on Friday. Certainly doesn’t sound like a game that was only two points apart with less than two minutes to play. But it was. In between those scoring surges were some...

Corryton, TN · 2d

The Rogersville Review

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Sports briefs: Falcons win Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Award

JOHNSON CITY — Volunteer High School football received the Class 3A-4A Ralph Stout Memorial Sportsmanship Award as voted on by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. The award was presented during the organization’s annual banquet held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Doubletree Hotel in Johnson City. “This is a great achievement and honor for our coaching staff, players, school and community,” athletic director Kevin Porter said in a social media post announcing the award. “It is especially meaningful on Veterans Day as Coach (Jeremy) Wagner is a veteran of our Armed Forces.” The Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Awards, named for the longtime official, are presented annually by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. Happy Valley received the Class 1A-2A award and West Ridge the 5A-6A award. North Greene received the overall sportsmanship award, presented by the National Football Foundation (Mountain Empire Chapter). Cherokee draws Concord in Classic opener BRISTOL — Cherokee High School will kick off its sixth appearance in The Classic at Tennessee High in the 43rd annual event’s very first game. Cherokee will face Concord Academy in Session 1, Game 1 at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 26, following the annual draw held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Toyota of

Johnson City, TN · 1d

WJHL

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Appalachian Mountain Project Access helps uninsured patients access specialized medical care

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Accessing specialized medical care can be difficult for those who are underinsured or uninsured, but the local non-profit Appalachian Mountain Project Access is making sure patients get the care they need. The Appalachian Mountain Project Access connects patients who require specialized medical care, such as treatments for cancer, heart disease […]

Johnson City, TN · 2d

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High Country could see first snow of season

The High Country could see its first snowfall of the season this weekend. National Weather Service meteorologists said Ashe and Watauga counties could see some hazardous weather starting Friday morning, with gusty winds and snow showers in the forecast. Some areas could get as much as three inches of snow.

Watauga County, NC · 4h

WJHL

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol celebrates two year anniversary

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — Around 7 million people have walked through the doors of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol to eat, stay, play, or see a show since it opened on Nov. 14, 2024. “It’s been a fun two years, and we’re very, very proud of what we have accomplished so far. It’s […]

Bristol, VA · 17h

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CCU women move to 3-0 with win over Jacksonville, 89-78

CONWAY— Coastal Carolina women’s basketball defeated Jacksonville 89-78 at the HTC Center in Conway, S.C. on Wednesday night. With the win, the Chants improved to 3-0 on the season.   GAME RECAPCoastal came out with a strong first quarter, outscoring the Dolphins 31-12 while making 10 of their 15 shot attempts. The Chants held their big lead […]

Conway, SC · 1d

WJHL

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Jeremiah School hosting 6th annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Jeremiah School, a private school in Johnson City that educates children on the autism spectrum, is hosting its 6th annual Christmas Bazaar event on Saturday to raise money for the facility. According to an announcement from Jeremiah School, the event will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]

Johnson City, TN · 1d

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ETSU uses strong second half to pick up first win of the regular season

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — ETSU men's basketball found the win column for the first time this season by defeating Campbell 68-53. The first half featured slow starts from both squads, as the game was tied at 25 after the first 20 minutes. However, in the second half, the...

Johnson City, TN · 1d

WJHL

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Following back-to-back losses, the Bucs say there are still things to play for this season

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The ETSU Buccaneer football team will be back on the field Saturday for possibly its 2nd to last game of the season, when they travel to Spartanburg, South Carolina, to face the Wofford Terriers. After one time sitting atop the SoCon standings and being ranked in the FCS Top 20, […]

Johnson City, TN · 15h

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PLAYOFFS CONTINUE TONIGHT AS RIVERDALE HOSTS SCIENCE HILL ON WGNS & BIG G TV

It's week two of the TSSAA High School Football Playoffs and Rutherford County teams are fighting to advance. Tonight, we are at Phil Watts Tomahawk Stadium as Riverdale hosts Science Hill for only the second time in school history. Don't miss a single snap, hit, or touchdown—tune in live on...

Rutherford County, TN · 19h

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Blue Ridge Energy Foundation Grant Awards

Boone, North Carolina – Grants awarded by the Blue Ridge Energy Members Foundation will support local community projects focused on economic and community development, health and wellness, education and youth programs, and other initiatives that enhance quality of life throughout our communities. In Watauga County, citizens will benefit from...

Watauga County, NC · 2d