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‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ is better than critics are saying

‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ is better than critics are saying

Bonnie Brockway, Reporter October 9, 2024

This is not the Joker audiences have met before. Instead, this is the story of Arthur Fleck. “Joker: Folie à Deux” is now in the hands and minds of audiences after a whirlwind of love, hate and...

Love, loss and lamentation: ‘Intermezzo’ review

Love, loss and lamentation: ‘Intermezzo’ review

Meg Frantz, Associate A&C Editor October 7, 2024

From Dublin to County Sligo, Ireland, Sally Rooney takes readers across the chessboard and on a journey through love, loss and lamentation in her latest novel, “Intermezzo,” released Sept. 24. The...

Final product of Rebekah Mann’s avocado toast recipe on Aug. 24. The ingredients for this recipe include toast, a lemon, an avocado, salt, pepper and everything bagel seasoning.

A&C Cooking Corner: 3 no-cook recipes for beginners

Rebekah Mann, Senior Reporter September 26, 2024

For some, cooking recipes can be intimidating and inaccessible to their skill level. These recipes offer a healthy and easy snack, breakfast, lunch or dinner option for those who are trying to learn ways...

Dancers waltz during a break from square dancing at the Todd Community Dance on Sept. 13.

Community square dancing brings ‘unconditional happiness’ to Todd

Rebekah Mann, Senior Reporter September 25, 2024

Nestled in the heart of the mountains on the line of Watauga and Ashe counties, Todd Mercantile is home to community square dancing on the second Friday of each month. The small, old-timey and family-oriented...

Cinema Talks: Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith

Nadia Armenta and Isaac Edwards September 24, 2024

This week, Nadia and Isaac discuss “Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith” and the downfall of Anakin Skywalker as he goes on his journey to become the infamous villain Darth Vader. Hosted...

Cece Shore, owner of J&M produce stand, poses in front of a seating and photo area on Sept.15.

How do you like them apples: Where to buy apples near Boone

Nance Onsrud, Reporter September 24, 2024

With chilly weather and the turning of leaves, the fall season is speedily approaching. That means the prime season for apples is upon us. With that, many apples and apple flavored treats will be featured...

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson speaks outside of the Blue Ridge Diner on Sept. 23. Robinson came for a meet and greet with citizens of Boone.

Mark Robinson addresses Boone crowd on NC policies

Mia Seligman and Andrew Rice September 23, 2024

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who is campaigning for governor of North Carolina, visited Boone Monday. Campaign staff hosted an event at the Blue Ridge Diner, where constituents were invited to...

Hot and cold: A fashion lookbook for Boone’s unpredictable weather

Hot and cold: A fashion lookbook for Boone’s unpredictable weather

Riley Proserpi, Reporter September 23, 2024

From an early morning chill to the sweltering mid-afternoon heat, here is a guide to staying fashionable despite Boone’s fickle weather. To avoid getting sweat stains in a classroom with no A/C or shivering...

App at a glance: Sept. 23-29

App at a glance: Sept. 23-29

Meg Frantz, Associate A&C Editor September 23, 2024

Monday, Sept. 23 Stress Management Workshop Academic Success and Resilience is hosting a stress management workshop for students to manage stress to their advantage and build positive self-care behaviors...

From left, Watauga County Board of Education candidates Marshall Ashcraft, Chad Cole, Adam Hege, Allison Idol, Charlotte Mizelle Lloyd, and Tom Ross stand onstage at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: Watauga County Board of Education

Election Day is Nov. 5. Candidates representing Watauga County are running in national, state and local races. The Appalachian curated responses to questions on policy positions of candidates in the various...

From left, Watauga County Commissioners candidates Braxton Eggers, Jon Council, Ronnie Marsh, Charlie Wallin, Sue Sweeting, and Todd Castle gather at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: Watauga County commissioners

Andrew Rice, Lorelei Roberts, and Colin Wishneski September 21, 2024

Election Day is Nov. 5. Candidates representing Watauga County are running in national, state and local races. The Appalachian curated responses to questions on policy positions of candidates in the various...

Chuck Hubbard, a former North Carolina journalist and current candidate for the 2024 N.C. House for the democratic party, stands onstage at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: U.S. House of Representatives

Andrew Rice, Colin Wishneski, and Sam Deibler September 21, 2024

Election Day is Nov. 5. Candidates representing Watauga County are running in national, state and local races. The Appalachian curated responses to questions on policy positions of candidates in the various...

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