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'Just answer the questions' | Students and parents protest in Avery County, citing lack of transparency in staffing cuts and reassignments
AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — Dozens of protesters gathered outside the Avery County Board of Education office Monday calling for more answers about reported staffing changes and other spending complaints. Photos and videos from WCNC Charlotte viewer Ellie Lecka show a mix of adults and kids on the side of...
Planned talks for school budget in Avery County canceled as families demand answers over staff changes
AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — An Avery County Board of Education meeting scheduled for Thursday afternoon was amended to remove planned budgetary discussions. The meeting change happened as members of the community planned to attend and ask questions over reported staff changes and spending complaints. Today's meeting is the first...
Newland welcome signs dedicated to two legends
NEWLAND — On Friday, April 19, the town of Newland dedicated new welcome signs to two Newland natives and local legendary figures. NBA star Tommy Burleson and College Football Hall of Famer Paul Johnson were each noted for their accolades and recognized on the new signs that greet drivers as they enter the Newland town limits. The Newland welcome signs state, “Home of Paul Johnson, 2023 College Football Hall of...
Carter County BOE votes to close Little Milligan Elementary
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Carter County Board of Education has voted to close Little Milligan Elementary School. Board members voted 6-1-1 on Thursday evening to close the school. School leaders said they are concerned about the budget moving into the next year. The main reason they provided for closing Little Milligan is the amount […]
Lees-McRae College honors newest group of Mountain Legends with ceremony at LP on Main
BANNER ELK — Mountain Legends, a group that honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the High Country through education, service, scholarship, or development, welcomed its fifth cohort of Legends on Thursday, April 18 with a special induction ceremony at LP on Main. The program, hosted by the college’s Outdoor Recreation Management academic program, inducts a new group of Legends each year, celebrating the invaluable contributions they have made to the outdoor recreation field on and around the college’s campus. This year’s Mountain Legends are...
Op-Ed: What students and Watauga residents deserve from App State’s next chancellor
“A chancellor who chooses to ignore the unique needs of a community and student population, as Sheri Everts has done, is not what Watauga County residents and Appalachian State University need or want,” Jack Yordy, App State College Democrats President, writes in an op-ed. Appalachian State University chancellors are...
Love hiking? Explore Beech Mountain this May
BEECH MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WNCT) — Enjoy hiking? Beech Mountain should be your destination in May. Beech Mountain is a beautiful hiking spot all year round with features like waterfalls, wildlife and wildflowers doting the mountain. This May, there are a few new experiences for visitors. There will be weekly blogs that provide trail recommendations for […]
Benefit concert planned May 19 for Carter County Isaiah 117 House
A benefit concert will be held May 19 at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Elizabethton, for the local Isaiah 117 House. The event will feature an evening of praise and worship featuring local praise choirs. Participating churches include Valley Forge Free Will Baptist, Calvary Baptist, First Baptist, and St. Paul United Methodist, featuring the […] The post Benefit concert planned May 19 for Carter County Isaiah 117 House appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library keeping old film/photos alive through archive
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WCYB) — The archives at the Elizabethton-Carter County Public Library received a large donation of old films and photos to keep the area's history alive. Archivist Joe Penza said the library welcomes any addition to its collection. He also encourages the community to reach out if they...
FORMER RIVAL QUARTERBACK COMMITS TO APP STATE
Appalachian State will fill a key spot on its quarterback depth chart with former Sun Belt Conference starter Billy Wiles committing to transfer during an April 24 official visit with the Mountaineers. A 10-game starter at Southern Mississippi after transferring from Clemson, Wiles passed for 1,940 yards and 11 touchdowns...
Lucky Dog Vintage barks its way into Boone
Nestled discreetly on 1167 West King St., Lucky Dog Vintage greets customers with a unique vibe and treasure trove of hand-selected thrift finds. Trevor Shue, a 20-year-old entrepreneur and the store’s owner, began his journey in 2018 by reselling clothes on Depop. What started as a side hustle in high school eventually blossomed into a full-time job for him just a few years later.
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