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Pioneers, turnovers tame Ashe Huskies 27-6
In the Pioneers’ 27-6 victory over Ashe County at Jack Groce Stadium Friday, Baine Martin added two more touchdowns to his season totals by returning an interception 36 yards for one score, and by breaking free for a 60-yard run for another.
Adopt-A-Dog Month
Boone Mayor Loretta Clawson snuggles with Lilo, a 4-year-old Chihuahua, moments after she signed a proclamation which urges Boone citizens to be aware of companion animals, such as dogs. The proclamation also praised the services of the Watauga Humane Society and pronounced October as American Humane Society's Adopt-A-Dog Month.
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Ex-convict identified as shooting victim
The identity of the man shot on Sept. 6 has been released by the Watauga County Sheriff’s Office.
Flames in first person: Reporting from inside a burning house
When a house catches on fire, there an assumption that someone will come to extinguish the flames.
It is more often than not taken for granted, without much thought given to the folks who arrive in full gear to get the job done.
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Energy bill drills into campaign rhetoric
An energy bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday has sparked debate among contenders in several November races.
Apple Fest grows at the Horn again
One of Boone’s sweetest festivals is returning for its 28th year.The Southern Appalachian Historical Association’s (SAHA) Apple Festival is coming Oct. 11, and according to special events coordinator Freda Greene, organizers are excited to the core.
September 17, 2008
Watauga County Crimestoppers requests the public’s help in identifying the person(s) responsible for the following crime(s):
Sometime early last week on Monday or Tuesday, Sept. 8 or 9, at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.), a home was broken into on Maggies Lane, Boone. Maggies Lane is located off North Pine Run Road. A white 1986 Ford pickup with N.C. tag No. XYC2255 was taken, along with some long guns, yard equipment and an air-conditioning unit unit. On Saturday, Sept. 13, sometime between 8 and 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect broke into a white Nissan Pathfinder parked on the side of Guy Ford Road near the bridge in the Sugar Grove community. Anyone with information on these crimes, or any other crime is asked to call Crimestoppers at 828-268-6959. All information will be kept confidential. Crimestoppers pays rewards for information which leads to arrests; recovery of stolen property; seizure of drugs; and the location of wanted persons.
Shooting victim identified
The identity of the man shot on Sept. 6 has been released by the Watauga County Sheriff's Office. James Canter, 32, of Zionville, was found at his residence with apparent gunshot wounds when officers responded to a 911 call reporting shots fired. The incident report from the sherifff's office indicates the injuries were the result of a domestic disturbance. Canter was airlifted via WINGS Air Rescue to Johnson City Area Medical Center in Tennessee. As of Tuesday afternoon, Canter remains in JCAMC listed in fair condition. Sheriff Len Hagaman said the incident remains under investigation and no arrests have been made at this time. By Melanie Davis, staff writer
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Gas price hike sparks state investigation
A continued gas shortage of gasoline is creating record prices in some areas of North Carolina, though availability has led to “spot shortages” that have cause gas prices to vary by as much as $1 per gallon among stations within a mile of one another.
Boone Police reports:
Aug. 25 —Seven incidents of criminal damage to property by vandalism were reported at 11:22 a.m. on the 2000 block of Blowing Rock Road.
School calendar issue addressed
The Watauga School System calendar committee began work Aug. 25 on a school calendar for the 2009-10 school year.
Authors bark up the right literary tree with new book
One local company is barking up the right tree with a new building material, and now a new book shares the story of bark in architecture.
Americorps volunteers work with Watauga Youth Network
Being a good role model involves more than just telling children and adolescents what is appropriate behavior.
After retiring, Counts will continue to count for agricultural education
Sue Counts is stepping down as director of the Watauga County branch of the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service, but her name will live on as a contributor to local educational and community-development programs.
Organizers hope parade will give peace a chance
A parade of peace will take place in Boone Sunday to commemorate an international event.
September 15, 2008
Hiker injured at Glen Burney Falls
A hiker was seriously injured after a fall at Glen Burney Falls in Blowing Rock Sunday afternoon. The man, whose identity has not been released, fell approximately 40 feet, with an estimated 20-foot free fall onto the rocks at the base of waterfall. Blowing Rock Fire and Rescue and Watauga Medics were called to the scene in the early afternoon. The hiker suffered head injuries and arm and leg fractures. He was airlifted to Johnson City Area Medical Center in Tennessee via WINGS Air Rescue. His condition is unknown. The waterfall is located off of Glen Burney Trail, near Annie Cannon Memorial Park. By Melanie Davis, staff writer
Howard Street to be closed Thursday
Howard Street in Boone will be closed Thursday morning, Sept. 19, at the northwest corner of Raley Hall adjacent to Appalachian Street to remove the existing emergency generator in preparation for replacement with a new generator. Several of the parallel parking spaces may be affected. Another closure will be necessary to install the new generator prior to fall break. This closure will be announced once there is a confirmed delivery date.
Ike spikes pump prices
An expected shortage of gasoline led to long lines at the pump, empty storage tanks and rising prices in the High Country beginning Friday.
Purse proves powerful again
Nearly 400 people used the influence of their wallets to benefit other women in the community during the third annual Power of the Purse Luncheon Friday.
Market study presented to Blowing Rock officials
At the beginning of the summer, the Blowing Rock Tourism and Development Association hired consulting firm HyettPalma to take a thorough look at the town’s business district in order to plan for the next five years.
Casa Rustica golf tourney scores big for Multiple Sclerosis Society
Those suffering from multiple sclerosis were the beneficiaries of a local tee party. Casa Rustica Restaurant and Red Tail Mountain teamed up to host the second annual Casa Rustica Charity Golf Tournament, raising $9,611 for the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Look up the meaning of ‘success’
Three local Rotary Clubs, along with the help of the Kiwanis Club of Boone, are participating in the nation-wide Dictionary Project for the second year in a row. The project is a part of a national non-profit agency that is attempting to give every third grade student in the country a dictionary with the help of local sponsors.
Six-figure grant targets childhood-obesity fight
The Appalachian District Health Department has landed a $475,000 state grant to help reduce childhood obesity in the region.
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