Chamber News

Stability among key indicators highlights predictability in both revenue and performance for businesses 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 released... Continue Reading

Watauga Women in Leadership (WWIL) continues to cultivate space for connection, growth, and shared wisdom among women across the High Country. As part of our ongoing storytelling series, we’re highlighting the voices and experiences of local women who lead with intention and inspire those... Continue Reading

The 6th annual Vision Northwest North Carolina summit, held Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Watauga Campus of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute brought together over 110 leaders from across the region for a day of cross-sector collaboration, practical solutions, and... Continue Reading

Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt headlines a group of presenters highlighting career pathways for skilled labor jobs BOONE, NC – A visit and featured remarks from North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt headlines a day filled with industry-driven presentations and insightful panel... Continue Reading

Hope for the High Country funds granted to an additional 61 businesses in Watauga, Ashe, & Avery Counties. With over 160 requests received through Hope for the High Country: Hurricane Helene Business Resiliency Disaster Grants, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has recently... Continue Reading

Watauga EDC will release its full report for April 2025 business performance on May 27th 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

How the Boone Chamber and Watauga EDC Are Staying Engaged in Local & Regional Conversations Access to affordable, high-quality childcare continues to be a critical priority of the Watauga County Economic Development Commission. This month, we have been actively engaged in conversations... Continue Reading

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its first Economic Indicators report of 2025. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy: Residential Home Sales Sales Tax Occupancy Tax Unemployment Rates New Single-Family Homes ... Continue Reading

Watauga Surgical Introduces the da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot: Advanced Technology, Close to Home BOONE, NC – For more than 40 years, Watauga Surgical has provided personalized care and innovative solutions to meet the surgical needs of patients across the High Country. That commitment... Continue Reading

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce seeks applications for nomination from those interested in serving as a member of the organization's Board of Directors. Two seats are available for the upcoming term and those selected will serve a three-year appointment beginning in July 1, 2025 lasting... Continue Reading

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