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The Spirit of Boone in Action: Where Are They Now?
The Spirit of Boone in Action: Where Are They Now?

On September 12, 2024, the Spirit of Boone: 75th Annual Membership Gathering brought our community together to recognize the vision, leadership, and dedication of our 2024 Community Award winners. Looking back, we celebrate the achievements of previous honorees, whose work laid the groundwork for... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted08/18/2025


Emma Faulkner Graduates from NC Rural Leadership Development Program
Emma Faulkner Graduates from NC Rural Leadership Development Program

RALEIGH, NC— Emma Faulkner of Boone Area Chamber of Commerce in Watauga County recently graduated from the NC Rural Center’s Homegrown Leaders program, a three-day regional leadership and community economic development program that develops and supports highly motivated leaders... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted08/15/2025


Grandview Catering & Events
Grandview Catering & Events

Grandview Catering & Events provides handcrafted fare and unique experiences brought to life by culinary and event professionals inspired by the latest trends and classic comforts. We focus on attention to detail, quality ingredients and sustainable practices with exceptional customer service.... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted08/15/2025


Watauga Women in Leadership Values in Motion
Watauga Women in Leadership Values in Motion

How Appalachian State’s Professional Clothing Drive Embodies the Mission of Watauga Women in Leadership From July 21–August 8, Business Career Services at Appalachian State University hosted its annual Professional Clothing Drive, a campus-wide effort to collect donations of new and... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted08/14/2025


Registration Open for 2025 Watauga Leadership Institute Encore Program
Registration Open for 2025 Watauga Leadership Institute Encore Program

The Watauga Leadership Institute is a comprehensive leadership development program designed to meet our community’s need for the active participation of informed and educated leaders. Continue Reading

Postedby Ethan Dodson
Date posted08/11/2025


Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Announces Funding to Support Early Childcare Industry
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Announces Funding to Support Early Childcare Industry

Creation of annual October campaign will support childcare for childcare workers in Watauga County in 2025 In an ongoing effort to support the early childcare industry in Watauga County, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation (BACCF) made two significant fundraising announcements... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted08/5/2025


Multiple Blue Ridge Parkway Projects Advance Near Boone, North Carolina
Multiple Blue Ridge Parkway Projects Advance Near Boone, North Carolina

As one Helene recovery project wraps up, another historic road maintenance project moves forward BOONE, NC – On Aug. 4, the National Park Service reopened approximately four miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway from milepost 280.9 to 285.5, near Bamboo Gap. This opening signifies another... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted08/4/2025


2025 Q2 Economic Indicators
2025 Q2 Economic Indicators

As the High Country economy moves through its busy summer tourism period, and the State of North Carolina reclaims its ranking as the #1 state for business in the United States, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q2 Economic Indicators Report for 2025. This quarterly report examines... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/28/2025


Strength in Community, Power in Partnership
Strength in Community, Power in Partnership

With a gifted Chamber membership, Mast General Store invests in Pearl’s Kitchen + Tiny Market When the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce added a new gifted membership option to its Summit Level benefits, the idea was simple: empower established businesses to extend opportunity to new ventures... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted07/24/2025


Graystone Eye
Graystone Eye

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant - Boone SUMMARY This individual is responsible for performing an extensive number of data-collection functions, as delegated by the physician, to allow for proper, professional diagnosis of patients' conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma Three... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/16/2025


Foscoe Rentals
Foscoe Rentals

Now Hiring: Housekeepers Foscoe Rentals, a trusted vacation property management company, is looking for dependableand detail-oriented housekeepers to join our team as 1099 contractors. Details: Pay: $25/hour (average), Paid per property Location: Foscoe, NC and surrounding vacation rental... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/11/2025


Panoramic Hospitality
Panoramic Hospitality

Position Title: Director of Sales Department: Sales and Marketing Accountable To: General Managers, Area Manager & Revenue ManagerFLSA: Exempt Primary Objective of Position Development and implementation of the total sales effort of the hotels, Graystone Lodge, La Quinta and Sleep Inn of... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/11/2025