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October 13, 2006
County puts high-tech byte in dog proposal
 High-tech pets could be the wave of the future under one proposal discussed by the Watauga County Board of Commissioners Tuesday. At a work session to address a revision to the county animal control ordinance, the commissioners proposed scheduling a public hearing on spay and neuter provisions and also discussed microchip implants as an alternative to tag requirements.
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Wellness members could be swimming soon
Visitors to the Watauga Medical Center Wellness Center may get to take a dip in November. The center’s new pool is scheduled to open mid-November, according to Jerry Moretz, vice president of development and public relations with Watauga Medical Center. Following the pool’s opening, there will be about a two-week period before the existing entrance is shut down to commence construction on the physical therapy and rehabilitation area.
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Errant crow causes Boone outage
Boone residents’ feathers were ruffled Wednesday morning, when a crow flew into a New River Light and Power substation, blacking out a portion of the town.
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County kicks around Brookshire property ideas
A multi-field soccer complex was booted toward the goal Tuesday by the Watauga County Boartd of Commissioners.
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Boone officials address WHS parade rumors
The town of Boone closed the rumor mill Tuesday, addressing allegations that it would not allow a Watauga High School or Appalachian State University homecoming parade.
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N.C. first lady promotes Red Ribbon Week
The first lady of North Carolina helped kick off the High Country’s Red Ribbon Celebration. Mary Easley, wife of Gov. Mike Easley, attended the celebration’s kick-off breakfast Tuesday in Boone, along with Mrs. North Carolina Globe, Christina Welch.
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October 11, 2006
Candidates discuss ETJ, student voting, ethics
A trio legislative candidates negotiated several thorny local issues during a candidate’s forum Monday at the Boone town council chambers.
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Local farmer is Johnny Appleseed of garlic
 Rob Danford was a little surprised to find out he’d become a “garlic guru,” but his varieties of the pungent bulb have spread to various local farms and kitchens. Danford, who operates a garden on Howard’s Creek Road and also runs local seed swaps in the spring and fall, took time out from digging last week to talk about his passion and the crop with which he’s become synonymous.
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Politics still matter in race for Supreme Court
The race for the state’s highest court is a little muddled by the lack of party affiliations, but candidates have little trouble allying themselves with the party of their choice. There are four N.C. Supreme Court races this fall, including for the Chief Justice seat currently held by Sarah Parker.
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October 9, 2006
Walkin’ the fog
Wendy Hildebran and her dog, Ashley, emerge from the fog as they take an early morning walk around Bass Lake in Blowing Rock on Sunday. The maple-lined pathway provides visitors to the park a colorful display of autumn colors. Photo by Marie Freeman |
Federal changes could affect patient costs
Federal funding changes could put a squeeze on community hospitals, resulting in higher costs for most patients. Richard Sparks, president of Watauga Medical Center and the Appalachian Regional Health Care System, said a federal program designed to offset Medicaid losses could be threatened as the government looks for more ways to balance the budget.
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Sheriff’s reports:
Sept. 21– Gregory Dale Mull, 46, of 270 Old Keller Farm Road, was served with warrants alleging felony possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana with intent to sell or distribute, felony manufacturing of marijuana, maintaining a vehicle or dwelling place for a controlled substance, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. He was placed under a $4,000 secured bond and scheduled to appear in District Court on Nov. 21.
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