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2023 Economic Indicators: Q1 Release
2023 Economic Indicators: Q1 Release

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released the Q1 Economic Indicators report of 2023. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy, featuring a summary of local impacts by Dr. Harry Davis, Appalachian State and North Carolina... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted05/11/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission To Hold Its May Meeting in Seven Devils
Watauga Economic Development Commission To Hold Its May Meeting in Seven Devils

Meeting to take place at Seven Devils Town Hall May 18th Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted05/11/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission Holds Planning Retreat
Watauga Economic Development Commission Holds Planning Retreat

Facilitated discussion helped to discuss and refine EDC priorities for the coming year Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted05/6/2023


2023 Watauga Women in Leadership Mentor Program Concludes
2023 Watauga Women in Leadership Mentor Program Concludes

The Watauga Women in Leadership (WWIL) Mentor Program kicked off in February of 2023 with a Mentor Match Up event where the Women of Walker (WOW) were matched with their mentors and given the opportunity to network with industry professionals from Boone and the surrounding area. “WWIL... Continue Reading

Postedby Staff
Date posted05/4/2023


2023 Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Application
2023 Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Application

Applications open through April 28th Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/18/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission To Hold Board Retreat April 20th
Watauga Economic Development Commission To Hold Board Retreat April 20th

Retreat to take place in Blowing Rock at American Legion Hall Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted04/13/2023


7th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards Recap
7th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards Recap

An evening designed to celebrate 16 emerging High Country’s leaders was highlighted by five honorees earning accolades during the 7th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards ceremony. The event was hosted on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in front of a crowd of over 200 attendees... Continue Reading

Date posted04/12/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission Meets in Blowing Rock, Discusses Childcare & Future Projects
Watauga Economic Development Commission Meets in Blowing Rock, Discusses Childcare & Future Projects

Presentation from Town of Blowing Rock Manager Shane Fox outlined Childcare Program for children of Blowing Rock town staff Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted03/22/2023


Watauga Economic Development Awarded Grant for Boone/Blowing Rock Corridor Study
Watauga Economic Development Awarded Grant for Boone/Blowing Rock Corridor Study

Grant to help fund feasibility study to explore how the arts may be advanced along the US-321 corridor. Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted03/8/2023


Watauga County Economic Development Commission to Meet March 16th
Watauga County Economic Development Commission to Meet March 16th

Meeting to take place in Blowing Rock at American Legion Hall Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted03/7/2023


Finalists Announced for 7th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards
Finalists Announced for 7th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 7th-annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This showcase of emerging leaders is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Winners will be announced at the annual awards ceremony,... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted03/6/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission Holds First Meeting with New Members
Watauga Economic Development Commission Holds First Meeting with New Members

Pete Gherini elected board Chair and Lee Rankin voted Vice Chair Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted02/10/2023