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The Appalachian

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The Appalachian

Horn in the West begins search for talent at home

Horn in the West begins search for talent at home

Lovey Cooper February 5, 2015

Performers sung, danced and recited monologues at the Valborg Theatre Saturday in hopes of doing the same all summer this year for Horn in the West’s annual auditions. The outdoor Revolutionary...

‘Birdman’ brings big names to I.G. Greer screen

Liz Flamming February 5, 2015

The critically acclaimed film “Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)” will grace the screens of I.G Greer Feb. 5-7. The film, directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu and nominated...

Boones best bars

Boone’s best bars

Liz Flamming February 4, 2015

As the semester trudges on and students become further entrenched in school work and fending off impromptu snow, what better way to wind down the week than with a tasty brew at a local bar? Boone may...

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Holy Ghost Tent Revival returns to Boone

The Appalachian February 3, 2015

The horn-driven rock ‘n’ roll band Holy Ghost Tent Revival will return to party with old and new faces at Legends on Feb. 5 at 9 p.m. Their most recent album, “Right State of Mind,” was released...

Justin Perry
Steven Reigns, a Los Angeles-based artist, showcased his collection of rubbings that document queer history in the Smith Gallery in Plemmons Student Union. “The Gay Rub” will be on display from Jan. 20 to Feb. 13. Photo courtesy of Justin Perry  |  Smith Gallery

Q&A: Poet Steven Reigns, curator of ‘The Gay Rub’

Lovey Cooper February 3, 2015

Steven Reigns, a Los Angeles-based poet and educator, held workshops and talks on campus Wednesday through Friday last week in connection with his curated exhibition “The Gay Rub,” currently on display...

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Former student creates ‘Room 17’ web series

Casey Suglia February 3, 2015

Morgan “Smurphy” Stewart had a plan – a plan for a film series. Stewart was formerly an English major at Appalachian State University, but left the university for financial reasons. While in school,...

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Rainbow Kitten Surprise signs record deal

Lovey Cooper February 3, 2015

Appalachian State University’s own Rainbow Kitten Surprise signed a recording and licensing deal with the university’s Split Rail Records on Friday, with hopes to release a new single this month and...

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3rd Place hosts Slam Up poetry slam

The Appalachian January 29, 2015

3rd Place, located in downtown Boone, will host a mashup of romantic folk songs and poetry slams Feb. 7 with Slam Up, a duo that focuses on blending poetry and music. Slam Up is composed of childhood...

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ASE spring domestic lottery opens Feb. 2

Liz Flamming January 29, 2015

Appalachian State University’s spring break domestic alternative service experience lottery will be held Feb. 2 at 8 p.m. in the Blue Ridge Ballroom of Plemmons Student Union. This year, Appalachian...

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Local talent explodes at Saturday night competition

Kelsey Hamm January 29, 2015

The Local, along with Boone Community Network, hosted a talent competition on Saturday night featuring local musical acts and art performances of fire spinning, belly dancing, hip-hop and more. AcroYoga...

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Small Plate Crawl sets the table with local food

Casey Suglia January 27, 2015

For an Appalachian State University student, it can seem like there are hundreds of restaurant options in the High Country offering cuisines with varying cultures and price levels. When it comes to eating...

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Students celebrate heritage with first contra dance of the semester

Lovey Cooper January 27, 2015

“One of my favorite things about calling is seeing new dancers go from not knowing anything about contra dance to having the time of their lives in the span of half an evening,” contra dance caller...

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