November 12, 2024. MerleFest, presented by Window World, has announced the initial lineup ahead of the annual event, taking ...

The Western North Carolina town of Banner Elk, a popular tourist destination closed since late September because of Hurricane ...

Elk Knob, Lake James, New River, and Stone Mountain state parks will reopen at least partially on Nov. 15, the Division of Parks and Recreation announced. These parks have been closed entirely since ...

November 6, 2024 The Carolina Snowbelles are pleased to announce the rescheduled date for their first annual Carolina ...

November 12, 2024 The annual Veterans Day Celebration at Green Valley School in Boone is always a highlight for students, faculty, staff and especially for the veterans in the community. This year’s ...

The Broyhill Family Foundation presented equal checks totaling $600,000 to two disaster relief organizations that have long-term plans to address Western North Carolina’s needs resulting from ...

November 12, 2024 As the dust begins to settle across our area in the wake of historic Helene’s destruction, a volunteer group of some 175-strong is planning to sweep into the area to provide ...

July 2, 2012. If you are looking to gain insight into Appalachian culture or seeking to enrich your summer experience, reserve three Wednesdays in July to participate in the John B. Stephenson ...

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Boone Town Council, Town of Boone staff, Explore Boone, Downtown Boone Development Association members, and the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce for joining us at ...

A group of friends who call themselves “The Misfit Toys” have decorated a tree every year for the WYN Festival of Trees, including this one in 2023. Pictured from left to right are Jan Blair ...