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Watauga EDC Commissions Childcare Study
Watauga EDC Commissions Childcare Study

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

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted10/5/2023


Spirit of Boone: Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 74th Annual Membership Gathering
Spirit of Boone: Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 74th Annual Membership Gathering

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

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted09/21/2023


Watauga Economic Development Commission to Meet in Blowing Rock in September
Watauga Economic Development Commission to Meet in Blowing Rock in September

Meeting to take place at American Legion Building on September 21st Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted09/15/2023


Announcing the 2023 Community Award Winners for Spirit of Boone: 74th Annual Membership Gathering
Announcing the 2023 Community Award Winners for Spirit of Boone: 74th Annual Membership Gathering

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

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted09/6/2023


Watauga EDC to Hold August Meeting in Sugar Grove
Watauga EDC to Hold August Meeting in Sugar Grove

Meeting to take place at Old Cove Creek School on August 17th Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted08/11/2023


2023 Economic Indicators: Q2 Release
2023 Economic Indicators: Q2 Release

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

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted08/10/2023


Watauga EDC to Hold July Meeting with NC House Representative Ray Pickett
Watauga EDC to Hold July Meeting with NC House Representative Ray Pickett

Meeting to take place at Boone Area Chamber of Commerce July 21st Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted07/12/2023


Watauga Leadership Institute Fall Cohort Registration is Live
Watauga Leadership Institute Fall Cohort Registration is Live

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the first ever opportunity to register for our Watauga Leadership Development class in the fall! The Watauga Leadership Institute is a comprehensive leadership development program designed to meet our community’s need for the... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/5/2023


Watauga EDC Approved To Allocate Funds To Watauga Community Housing Trust
Watauga EDC Approved To Allocate Funds To Watauga Community Housing Trust

Watauga County Board of Commissioners approved Watauga EDC recommendation at June 20th meeting Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted06/22/2023


Watauga EDC to Hold June Meeting in Beech Mountain
Watauga EDC to Hold June Meeting in Beech Mountain

Meeting to take place at Beech Mountain Club June 15th Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted06/8/2023


Trends in Employee Recuitment & Retention Discussed at 4th Annual Vision NWNC Summit
Trends in Employee Recuitment & Retention Discussed at 4th Annual Vision NWNC Summit

Examining the factors driving recruitment, retention, and continued training of employees were the central topics of the 4th annual Vision Northwest North Carolina summit, held Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Appalachian State University’s Leon Levine Hall in Boone, NC. Headlined by keynote... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted06/6/2023


Welcome New 2023 Board Members!
Welcome New 2023 Board Members!

After completing the membership voting process, and consultation with the Nominating Committee, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce it will add seven members to its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023. A total of 19 nominees appeared on the ballot for consideration... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted05/31/2023