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2026 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts Kick Off
2026 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts Kick Off

The Watauga Leadership Institute recently hosted a Kickoff Retreat, bringing together 29 local leaders for the 2026 Spring Cohort. The day focused on building a strong learning community while centering on leadership development and community involvement. Throughout the day, participants engaged... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/29/2026


Mountain Vista Window Washing
Mountain Vista Window Washing

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Postedby Mario Espinoza
Date posted01/28/2026


Winter Storm Fern Resources
Winter Storm Fern Resources

Watauga County Emergency Services on Facebook Follow this page for the most up-to-date information. Emergency Service Providers Contact Page We encourage you to print out or document this website page to keep in case of a power outage. Watauga Forward An initiative of the Long Term Recovery... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/24/2026


2025 Q4 Economic Indicators
2025 Q4 Economic Indicators

Click here for PDF version. The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has released its final Economic Indicators of 2025. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy: Residential Home Sales Sales Tax Occupancy Tax Unemployment Rates New... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/22/2026


LifeStore Bank & Insurance
LifeStore Bank & Insurance

Commercial Lines Account Manager | Personal Lines Account Manager Continue Reading

Postedby Mario Espinoza
Date posted01/22/2026


First Community Bank
First Community Bank

Personal Banker Continue Reading

Postedby Mario Espinoza
Date posted01/22/2026


10th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards: Nominate an Emerging Leader
10th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards: Nominate an Emerging Leader

Each spring, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards honors 16 emerging leaders in the High Country, with four receiving special recognition for their outstanding contributions alongside the annual Respect Your Elder award. This annual event is sponsored by Appalachian Commercial... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/21/2026


10th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff
10th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff

Chancellor Norris receiving the 2025 Large Business of the Year award on behalf of Appalachian State University. Photo by Martha McGougan. An audience of over 300 Watauga County business leaders attended the 10th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon on Thursday, January 15, at App... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/16/2026


Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been named a Family Forward NC ® Certified Employer
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been named a Family Forward NC ® Certified Employer

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been named a Family Forward NC ® Certified Employer by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s Family Forward NC ® initiative. Launched in 2018, Family Forward NC ® is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/14/2026


David Jackson Completes Third Year at Institute for Organization Management
David Jackson Completes Third Year at Institute for Organization Management

A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that David Jackson, President/CEO, of the Boone Area Chamber of... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/9/2026


2025 Watauga County Business of the Year Winners Announced
2025 Watauga County Business of the Year Winners Announced

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its winners of the 2025 Watauga County Business of the Year Awards. Large Business of the Year: Appalachian State University Small Business of the Year: High Country Radio Startup Business of the Year: King Street Flowers & Gifts... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/8/2026


Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church

Director of Congregational Life Continue Reading

Postedby Mario Espinoza
Date posted01/7/2026