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Watauga Economic Development Commission to Meet April 18th in Beech Mountain
Watauga Economic Development Commission to Meet April 18th in Beech Mountain

Watauga EDC to discuss cellular & broadband technology, childcare, and elect officers for the coming year. Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted04/15/2024


Watauga County Childcare Study Data Released
Watauga County Childcare Study Data Released

Dancy Research completes Watauga County Childcare Study Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/13/2024


Information on Road Closure to US 321
Information on Road Closure to US 321

Monday, April 15 - 4:00 PM U.S. 321 Remains Closed in Caldwell County BLOWING ROCK – U.S. 321 remains closed between Blackberry Road and Green Hill Road as crews from the N.C. Department of Transportation work to stabilize slopes from an overnight slide last week. Daily... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/12/2024


Watauga Economic Development Commission to Hold March Meeting at Jones House in Downtown Boone
Watauga Economic Development Commission to Hold March Meeting at Jones House in Downtown Boone

Watauga EDC will hear multiple presentations along with an update on MyFutureNC Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted03/19/2024


4 Under 40 Finalists Announced
4 Under 40 Finalists Announced

Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 8th-annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This showcase of emerging leaders is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Winners will be announced at the annual awards... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted03/4/2024


4 Under 40 Awards: Nominate an Emerging Leader
4 Under 40 Awards: Nominate an Emerging Leader

Nominate an emerging community leader for a Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Award with Title Sponsor, Appalachian Commercial Real Estate! The awards ceremony will take place Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. Nominees must have... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted02/9/2024


2024 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts are Underway
2024 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts are Underway

Watauga Leadership Institute (WLI) is a work program administered by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and encompasses all leadership development programming offered by the organization. Over 500 participants have engaged in Watauga Leadership Institute programming since 1998. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted02/9/2024


Watauga Economic Development Commission Adopts Resolution Supporting MyFuture NC Attainment Goal
Watauga Economic Development Commission Adopts Resolution Supporting MyFuture NC Attainment Goal

The Watauga Economic Development Commission unanimously adopted a resolution in support of myFutureNC’s goals for post-secondary degree attainment for Watauga County. The measure was adopted at the January meeting of the Watauga EDC, held January 18, 2024, in the Blue Ridge Energy... Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted02/1/2024


2023 Economic Indicators: Q4 Release
2023 Economic Indicators: Q4 Release

With financial reporting for the year completed, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q4 Economic Indicators report of 2023. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy: Residential Home Sales Sales Tax Occupancy... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted01/30/2024


STABLE Workplaces Aims to Create a Healthier Workforce
STABLE Workplaces Aims to Create a Healthier Workforce

Health begins where we live, learn, work and play and starts long before any illness. The opportunity to improve health begins in our families, neighborhoods, schools and jobs. These areas can be viewed as building blocks to create a society where everyone can thrive. Each block is important,... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted01/18/2024


David Jackson Completes First Year at Institute for Organization Management
David Jackson Completes First Year at Institute for Organization Management

A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted01/15/2024


8th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon: Event Highlights
8th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon: Event Highlights

A sold-out audience of over 300 Watauga County business leaders attended the 8th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon on Wednesday, January 10, at the Grandview Ballroom on the campus of Appalachian State University. The Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce and the Watauga... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted01/12/2024