As the push toward the holiday and winter tourism seasons progress, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q3 Economic Indicators Report for 2023. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy, featuring a summary of local impacts... Continue Reading
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2023 Watauga County Business of the Year Awards. Sponsored by Carolina Mountain Title, these awards will be presented in three categories including Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, & Start-Up... Continue Reading
What is the goal of this study? To assess the existing childcare infrastructure and its impact on the people and businesses throughout Watauga County. The study will be conducted by Dancy Research, a North Carolina-based economic development research firm, who recently conducted a similar... Continue Reading
The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) awarded their 2023 Innovative Program and Continuing Education Grants at their Annual Management Conference awards ceremony held this evening at the Hilton Garden Inn in Summerville, SC. The goal of the Innovative Program Grants... Continue Reading
Boone Town Council incumbent candidates Dalton George, Eric Plaag, and Edie Tugman visit with Boone Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO David Jackson in advance of the 2023 Town of Boone municipal election. WATAUGA COUNTY MUNICIPAL GENERAL ELECTION INFORMATION Dalton George YouTube... Continue Reading
Meeting to be held at Seven Devils Town Hall Continue Reading
During its scheduled meeting Tuesday, October 3, the Watauga County Board of Commissioners granted approval for the Watauga Economic Development Commission to conduct a comprehensive study and analysis of childcare in the county. The approval came along with a funding allocation from Watauga... Continue Reading
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Spirit of Boone, its 74th annual membership gathering on September 21, 2023. With a crowd of nearly 350 attendees, the evening served as fun-filled opportunity for connection and celebration. The highlight of the event was a video presentation that... Continue Reading
Meeting to take place at American Legion Building on September 21st Continue Reading
Nine awards honor local leaders and businesses for Spirit of Boone: 74th Annual Membership Gathering The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 74th Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Grandview Ballroom at Appalachian State's North End Zone Facility. This... Continue Reading
Meeting to take place at Old Cove Creek School on August 17th Continue Reading
With the High Country in the midst of another busy summer season, Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q2 Economic Indicators Report for 2023. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy, featuring a summary of local impacts by Dr.... Continue Reading
