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Boone Area Chamber Supports PPP Tax Relief For Local Businesses Through NC H334
Boone Area Chamber Supports PPP Tax Relief For Local Businesses Through NC H334

The following letter was sent to members of the NC Senate Finance Committee May 13th in support of North Carolina aligning its tax treatment of PPP expenses with the majority of states in the US. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted05/19/2021


Executive Order 215 and Town of Boone Update
Executive Order 215 and Town of Boone Update

Friday, May 14, 2021, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. shared an update on the state’s COVID-19 progress. Throughout the pandemic, state officials have taken a data-driven approach and have been guided by the... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted05/15/2021


Winners Announced: 5th Annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards
Winners Announced: 5th Annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announced the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Award Winners. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted05/11/2021


Healing as a Community
Healing as a Community

Needless to say, many of us--both local and beyond--are reeling from the tragic events in Watauga County that led to the loss of 5 lives a few days ago. There are so many "If only...." and "What if...." conversations running through our minds right now and we want so badly to have prevented... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted05/5/2021


Community Day of Remembrance Scheduled for May 10th
Community Day of Remembrance Scheduled for May 10th

Opportunity for High Country to remember victims of the tragic shooting that occurred in Watauga County April 28th Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/30/2021


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