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Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Releases Q1 Economic Indicators
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Releases Q1 Economic Indicators

An examination of key economic statistics to show the strength of the Watauga County & High Country Economy . Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted04/22/2021


5th Annual 4 Under 40 Finalists Announced
5th Annual 4 Under 40 Finalists Announced

Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 5th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This showcase of emerging leaders is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted04/20/2021


Keynote Speaker Secretary D. Reid Wilson for Vision Northwest NC Focus on the Future Series
Keynote Speaker Secretary D. Reid Wilson for Vision Northwest NC Focus on the Future Series

SECRETARY D. REID WILSON TO KEYNOTE NEXT INSTALLMENT OF VISION NORTHWEST NORTH CAROLINA FOCUS ON THE FUTURE SERIES Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted04/19/2021


Seeking Chamber Board of Directors
Seeking Chamber Board of Directors

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce seeks applications from those interested in serving as a member of the organization's Board of Directors. Two seats are available and those selected will serve a three-year term beginning in July of 2021 lasting through June of 2024. Those interested in... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted04/16/2021


Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season
Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season

Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted04/1/2021


Now Accepting Nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards
Now Accepting Nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now taking nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards to recognize emerging leaders in the High County. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted03/5/2021


Returning to In-Person Instruction: Update from Watauga County Schools
Returning to In-Person Instruction: Update from Watauga County Schools

Dr. Scott Elliott, Superintendent for Watauga County Schools, responds to call from state to return to in-person instruction. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted02/5/2021


BACC Announces 2020 Watauga County Businesses of the Year
BACC Announces 2020 Watauga County Businesses of the Year

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its winners of the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. The winners were unveiled on Thursday, January 28th, 2021 during the 5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Event, presented by Peak Insurance Group. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted01/28/2021


5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff
5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff

Playing to a televised audience of Watauga County business leaders, the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce presented the 5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff, Thursday, January 28th, from the stage of the historic Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. The event was presented by... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted01/28/2021


Super-Panel of Local Experts Address COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
Super-Panel of Local Experts Address COVID-19 Vaccine Questions

Recap of the COVID-19 Vaccine Community Q & A held on January 12th, 2021 with experts from AppHealthCare, Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, Boone Drug INC., Blue Ridge Pediatrics, and Watauga County Schools. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted01/12/2021


2020 By the Numbers
2020 By the Numbers

A New Years Message from David Jackson, President/CEO Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted12/31/2020


Chamber Announces 2020 Community Award Winners
Chamber Announces 2020 Community Award Winners

A total of nine awards are being presented to local leaders and organizations that played a significant role in the High Country’s response to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted12/15/2020