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Watauga County to Host Agriculture Recovery Fairs presented by FEMA, State, USDA Team
HICKORY, N.C. – One-day Agriculture Recovery Centers are planned to help North Carolina farmers recover from Helene damage. The first locations…
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NCDPI Launches $25 Million Initiative to Improve School Improvement with Golden LEAF Foundation Support
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction unveiled a $25 million initiative today, funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation, aimed…
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Former Appalachian State Chancellor Dr. Francis (Frank) Borkowski passes
Dr. Francis (Frank) Borkowski, a former Chancellor at Appalachian State, passed away at his home over the weekend at the…
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No threat found after report of active shooter at McDowell High School
No threat was found after a report of an active shooter at McDowell High School this morning. Around 8:11 am…
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Longtime coach, teacher, athletic director, and administrator Jack Groce passes
Jack Groce, known more commonly as “Coach Groce”, passed away over the weekend, according to the Watauga High School Booster…
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McDowell County pastor charged with embezzlement and larceny of items meant for Helene victims
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has charged a pastor with several offenses related to Hurricane Helene relief. Jeffrey Brian…
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Avery County warming centers on standby
Warming centers in Avery County are on standby for the extreme cold moving into the area. Avery County Rock Gym…
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Avery Sheriff’s Office seeking help locating missing person – Aaron Edmisten
The Avery County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person Aaron Edmisten. He was…
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Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills coming early next week, coldest air of this winter
Update Friday, January 17, 5:52 pm – Extreme Cold Watch issued for Sunday through Wednesday. More information at this link.…
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Drought Monitor Update – Thursday January 16, 2025
In the latest drought update for North Carolina, portions of the High Country have found some relief. Watauga's north-western section…
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