In an effort to raise support for a wide variety of local businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announces the creation of Shop Local Saturdays, a monthly series of dates aimed at driving increased awareness of the power and impact of local purchases. The... Continue Reading
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A total of 29 local restaurants and food distribution sites served a reported 8,832 meals during the second #KeepBooneHealthy Takeout Tuesday, held on April 7th. An additional 12 sites provided data on meals served this week, leading to a rise of 1,506 meals toward the community total. Including... Continue Reading
Because of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Watauga County Commissioners, along with the Town of Boone, the Village of Blowing Rock, the Town of Beech Mountain, and the Town of Seven Devils, have all issued Declarations of State of Emergency for Watauga County and each incorporated municipality.The... Continue Reading
A collection of 17 local restaurants and food distributors distributed a reported 7,326 meals during the first #KeepBooneHealthy Takeout Tuesday, held on March 31st. The effort was designed to encourage area residents to support local restaurants and food distribution programs during the COVID-19... Continue Reading
As we approach the first of a new month, we know some tenants and landlords, of commercial and residential property, will be forced to have difficult conversations about lease agreements and lost revenues. We received the article below from Chamber member James Milner, CCIM, with Appalachian... Continue Reading
2019 Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Award Nominees Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 4th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This annual showcase is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real... Continue Reading
What a week this has been... I’m not sure if there are enough words in our language to accurately describe what we have experienced as a community over these past days. A month ago, we were locked into a familiar pattern that saw Thursday’s snow lead to Saturday’s skiers. Our... Continue Reading
The Town of Boone along with the Downtown Boone Development Association are working hard to support our downtown businesses. Our local businesses are all critical pieces of our community infrastructure. In an effort to make it easier to visit downtown businesses we have made parking free in... Continue Reading
In times like these, it is important to share the anecdotal stories that come from the generosity of individuals and businesses alike. It's also good to share a laugh every now and then! We hope you enjoy the stories that make up #SilverLiningsBoone. If you have suggestions for this blog, please... Continue Reading
When tough circumstances are presented, Boone and the High Country unite. Businesses of all shapes and sizes are dealing with the challenges created by the COVID-19 coronavirus, and the impact the virus has placed on our normal routines and activities. Our local business community has seen a... Continue Reading
As COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) continues to dominate the news, many of you have taken notice of the recent spread of the virus into parts of the United States. Health and safety officials from numerous High Country agencies have been in contact regarding their response plan should anyone in... Continue Reading
The Watauga Democrat staff yield 23 North Carolina press awards this year, through hard-work and consistency. Among the numerous awards, Boone: My Hometown, received 1st place in the "Best Niche Publication" in the advertising contest. Boone: My Hometown, which serves as a relocation and... Continue Reading