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The Appalachian

Western Piedmont Symphony kicks off season at Hickory

Alyson Springer October 20, 2023

The Western Piedmont Symphony will perform at the P.E. Monroe Auditorium at Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory Saturday, opening its Masterworks series with a show entitled, “Other Worlds.” The show...

Enthomusicology Senior Caleb Hignite plucks his banjo out on Sanford Mall. Oct. 5, 2023.

People of Boone: Creating a major to keep traditions alive

Ann Korwan, Reporter October 20, 2023

Caleb Hignite, a senior at App State, is paving the way for himself to preserve the tradition of Appalachian music by creating his own major: ethnomusicology, or the study of music and its relationship...

Playlist of the week: Rocktober

Playlist of the week: Rocktober

Madelyn Crawford October 19, 2023

Rock will never go out of style, but perhaps the fall is when we need it most. Midterms, a truckload of coursework or people getting on your last nerve? Rocking beats are the best medicine. Starting...

The entrance to the haunted house at Bloody Pines. Each room has a different theme to scare its guests.

Family fear attraction brings nightly frights to Boone

Jenna Guzman and Ella Adams October 19, 2023

Night is falling at the High Country Fairgrounds and the Bloody Pines scare actors race against the setting sun. The atmosphere is thick with anticipation, as one family and its volunteers prepare for...

‘Rules for Living’: A comedic take on the most stressful holiday of the year

Anna Cox October 13, 2023

The Department of Theatre and Dance at App State had its opening performance of Sam Holocroft’s “Rules for Living” on Oct. 4. A play about the strained relationships of a family, “Rules for Living”...

Pru’s boo reviews: 19 years of ‘Saw’

Pru’s boo reviews: 19 years of ‘Saw’

Pruett Norris, Multimedia Editor October 13, 2023

“I want to play a game.” Jigsaw’s iconic catchphrase has been scaring cinemas for nearly two decades this fall, which saw the release of “Saw X,” the 10th entry in the long-running horror...

Flowers and other plant life were photographed by participants throughout the competition.

Fall in love with your feed: Places to take fall photos

Jenna Guzman, Editor-in-Chief October 11, 2023

Pretty leaves, weather that doesn’t make you melt, natural props and more. What better time to have a photoshoot?  Whether you’re doing a solo shoot just for fun, taking couples photos, having...

Magic, mushrooms and medicine: Alternative healing in the High Country

Magic, mushrooms and medicine: Alternative healing in the High Country

Ella Adams, Community Editor October 11, 2023

It’s a brisk fall morning in Daniel Boone Park as vendors at the Watauga County Farmers’ Market prepare to sell their goods. Typical farmer’s market merchandise like fresh vegetables, gemstone jewelry...

Owner, David Tucker and his two daughters, Coco (left) and Ellee (right) stand proudly in front of their corn maze they’ve spent the summer preparing. Sep. 14, 2023

Oh my gourd-ness: The New River Farm fall event

Meg Frantz, Associate A&C Editor October 11, 2023

For one family-owned farm in Deep Gap, the arrival of the fall season provides for an exciting experience, not only for the Tucker family, the owners of the farm, but also for visitors from the surrounding...

Playlist of the week: Soothing study sensations

Playlist of the week: Soothing study sensations

Rebekah Mann, Senior Reporter October 10, 2023

  With midterm season upon us, having the perfect study music is an essential. Long hours in the library, at a home desk or anywhere else you might study can be draining. Listening to calming music...

Los Trovadores De La Costa played music during the Latin-Hispanic Heritage Festival Oct. 6, 2023.

Celebrating culture at the Latin-Hispanic heritage festival

Meg Frantz, Associate A&C Editor October 9, 2023

The sun shone brightly on Sanford Mall, highlighting the music, food and family that came together to celebrate the Latin-Hispanic Heritage Festival, hosted by the Latin-Hispanic Alliance.   Student...

Attendees were invited to the locally grown selection of goods available during the feast. Oct. 5, 2023.

Savoring tradition: Community FEaST returns for seventh annual year

Madelyn Crawford October 8, 2023

A never-ending table decorated with food and friendly faces lined the sidewalks of Sanford Mall. Fresh, locally grown potatoes and apple pies dotted the yellow checkered tablecloths. People from all over...

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