Chamber News

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Adds Three Members to Board of Directors

After completing the membership voting process, the Nominating Committee of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce it has approved the addition of three members to the organization’s Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2024. Halee Hartley, Owner, Kid Cove Gary Moss,... Continue Reading

Vision 2024 Recap

The 5th annual Vision Northwest North Carolina summit on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute's Watauga Campus in Boone had an attendance of over 120 attendees. This event is annually presented by SkyLine/SkyBest and Carolina West Wireless and organized... Continue Reading

Know Your Neighbor: Blue Ridge Energy

Bill credits or checks are coming in May to members of Blue Ridge Energy, thanks to a capital credits retirement of over $6 million approved by the Board of Directors. Nearly 94,000 active and inactive members (present and past) will receive refunds due to them as part unique benefit of being... Continue Reading

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Parking Survey & Report

With a mission to connect business and community partners, to enhance opportunities through advocacy and education, and support continued sustainable economic development within our region, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce staff and executive committee have been closely following the... Continue Reading

Economic Indicators: Q1 2024

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its first Economic Indicators report of 2024. 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 This report... Continue Reading

8th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards Recap

In front of an event-record audience at the historic Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone, 16 emerging High Country’s leaders were highlighted, and five honorees earned top accolades during the 8th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards ceremony. The event was hosted... Continue Reading

Dr. Kenneth Peacock to be Posthumously Recognized at 4 Under 40 Awards

As part of this week’s 8th annual 4 Under 40 Awards, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize the late Dr. Kenneth E. Peacock with its Respect Your Elder Award. This is one of five awards that will be presented during the ceremony, which will be held Wednesday, April 24th, from... Continue Reading

Chamber Welcomes Dr. Heather Norris as Interim Chancellor at App State; Salutes Dr. Sheri Everts

On her final day as Chancellor, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Dr. Sheri Everts for her near decade-long service to Appalachian State University. We hope she is able to take full advantage of the opportunity to concentrate on improving her health. Chancellor Everts was a... Continue Reading

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

Watauga County Childcare Study Data Released

Dancy Research completes Watauga County Childcare Study Continue Reading

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

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