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Highland Games set to return to Grandfather Mountain’s MacRae Meadows

Boone, North Carolina · Boone

Highland Games set to return to Grandfather Mountain’s MacRae Meadows

80% Center coverage: 5 sources

This marks the 69th year for the beloved and historic celebration of Scottish ancestry and heritage, with the popular festival once again bringing a “wee bit o’ Scotland” to the High Country of North Carolina.See the Story

AppHealthCare Urges the Community to Take Actions to Prevent Tick-Borne Diseases

Boone, North Carolina · Boone

AppHealthCare Urges the Community to Take Actions to Prevent Tick-Borne Diseases

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July 2, 2025 As summer brings warmer temperatures, AppHealthCare is urging the community to take action to prevent tick-borne diseases. Tick bites are more common in the summer months, with the highest levels of tick bites occurring in June and July across North Carolina. Ticks can carry diseases like Lyme disease, Rickettsiosis (such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever) and ehrlichiosis, which can become serious if not treated. According to NC DHHS…See the Story

The Church of the Transfiguration Welcomes Rev. Lisa Bornt

Church · Boone

The Church of the Transfiguration Welcomes Rev. Lisa Bornt

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The Rev. Lisa Bornt has accepted the call to become the next rector of The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Braddock Heights. The parish is excited for her first service on July 13.See the Story

App State researchers tackle livestock parasites with AI technology

Fecal analysis relies on manual processing and is time-consuming due to the need to have a trained expert examine each sample in a lab.Artificial Intelligence · Boone See the Story

Raccoon Theology: Where the art’s at

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Have you been over to Edgewood Cottage in Blowing Rock yet this summer? If you have, you’ve seen some really nice art of various kinds. If you haven’t, don’t miss it! Visitors to the Cottage from June through August will…Blowing Rock · Blowing Rock Read Article

Boone Town Council approves Summit Pickleball expansion

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BOONE — At their recent meeting, Boone Town Council rezoned Summit Pickleball, which clears the way for the business to add two outdoor pickleball courts, one sand volleyball court and two mini soccer fields.Boone, North Carolina · Boone Read Article

Local organization restores 14 hurricane-damaged homes with more underway

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WATAUGA — Hurricane Helene left more than 140 Boone-area houses uninhabitable last September. Nine months after more than 140 Boone-area houses were damaged by Hurricane Helene, Boone-based nonprofit Kingdom Overflow Ministries has rebuilt 14 and has 23 more under construction—outpacing…Boone, North Carolina · Boone Read Article

The UNDRGRND celebrating decade of Bass EDM with three shows

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A decade ago, the Boone-based EDM (Electronic Dance Music) collective — also known as The UNDRGRND — began featuring a crew of young DJs throwing down at shows and raves throughout the High Country.Boone, North Carolina · Boone Read Article

AOTW: Prince Avenue Christian tight end Brice Williamson commits to App State

Prince Avenue Christian School tight end Brice Williamson (#17) runs a route during the Wolverines’ 2024 state championship appearance. [Photo by Stuart Steele]By Andy Mathis Appalachian State football is built on staggering Saturday upsets, most recently an overtime takedown of then-No. 18 James Madison in 2023, and Prince Avenue Christian tight end Brice Williamson wants in on that magic. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound senior sorted through offers fr…Boone, North Carolina · Boone Read Article

Hickory Ridge History Museum hosting authentic 18th-century Fourth of July celebration

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BOONE — This Independence Day weekend, step back in time at the Hickory Ridge History Museum in Boone for a one-of-a-kind celebration of America’s founding.Independence Day · Boone Read Article

Tessa Lark, Joshua Roman, Edgar Meyer take classical and roots collaboration to new heights

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BOONE — Violinist Tessa Lark, cellist Joshua Roman and double bassist Edgar Meyer will perform a program of Bach and Meyer on Wednesday, July 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts during An Appalachian Summer.Boone, North Carolina · Boone Read Article

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