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Sixth month of data collection shows improvement on Helene’s impact on the local economy BOONE, NC – In an ongoing effort to track real-time conditions for local businesses as recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue, the Watauga County Economic Development Commission... Continue Reading
App State’s New River Light and Power Celebrates Local Lineworkers By Mariana Greene, Public Communication Specialist at New River Light & Power BOONE, N.C. — On two days in April, Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) joins others across the... Continue Reading
Watauga EDC will release its full report for March 2025 business performance on April 17th BOONE, NC – In a continued effort to track real-time conditions for local businesses as recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue, the Watauga County Economic Development Commission has... Continue Reading
Zipline Guide Sky Valley Zip Tours Zipline guides needed for the 2025 season! Do you have great customer service skills and love working outdoors in the adventure recreation industry? This is the job for you! Contact: 828-264-0002 | steve@boonezip.com 10 positions available Starting pay $13/hr... Continue Reading
From Monday, March 24, to Wednesday, March 26, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce team was on the move, representing our community at key conferences, earning prestigious awards, and continuing our commitment to professional development. David Recognized at the NC Rural Summit in Raleigh,... Continue Reading
BOONE, NC – On Friday, March 21 2025, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation closed the application window for its 3rd round of Hope for the High Country Business Resiliency Disaster Grants. Over 140 businesses from Watauga, Ashe, and Avery counties applied for funding during a... Continue Reading
A class of 16 emerging leaders and a longtime industry and community mentor were among the honorees at the 9th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards, held Wednesday, March 26th, in front of a crowd of over 200 people at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. The event was made possible thanks to the... Continue Reading
Livestream the 2025 4 Under 40 Awards Additional Links Learn more about the 2025 Finalists here. Access information about the event itself here.Please note, doors open for this event at 5:30, but the show itself should begin around 6:30PM, and that is when this livestream link will begin working. Continue Reading
CLASS TITLE/JOB TITLE: Manager III / Youth Services Manager Do you believe that learning to read is essential but that loving to read is the key to lifelong learning? Do you enjoy working closely with a small, dedicated team to bring excellent quality programming, services, and collections to... Continue Reading
Fifth month of data collection shows continuing evidence of Helene’s impact on the local economy BOONE, NC – In an ongoing effort to track real-time conditions for local businesses as recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue, the Watauga County Economic Development... Continue Reading
At the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, we believe that storytelling has the power to inspire, connect, and amplify the voices of those shaping our community. Watauga Women in Leadership (WWIL) was created to foster connection, mentorship, and growth among women in the High Country, and we are... Continue Reading
