As temperatures begin to drop and the cool autumn months make their way to the High Country, there’s a staple in every Boonie’s life that makes its way back every year: football games at The Rock.  Coming...

Nothing quite compares to a nice cup of coffee on a Sunday morning. There’s only one thing that could make it even better: fluffy, homemade cinnamon rolls.  The best thing about breakfast pastries...

Different hours of different days, you will find unique paths each Boonie takes on King Street. During the weekdays, students are trying to get to class. Families come to eat and shop for their weekend...

Live music, crowds in The Rock and some of App State’s most well-known alumni all made a triumphant return to Boone Sept. 4. After two delays over the span of 1 ½ years because of COVID-19 concerns,...

As the year progresses and the end of 2021 draws near, deadlines get stricter, free time becomes more scarce and work starts to feel more and more like a drag.  It’s beyond easy to get caught up...

Acid green, aquamarine and dancing in the sand may seem out of place coming from the girl who once dominated radios with edgy singles such as “Royals” and “Homemade Dynamite.” But for Ella O’Connor,...

As classes start back, assignments pile up and work-life balancing begins again, it might be hard to take time for yourself. So, reading for fun might be the last thing on your mind. However, healthy escapism...

When customers walk into Cupcrazed Cakery, they are immediately greeted by a vibrant explosion of color, art and sweets. This confectioner’s haven brings one of a kind, award-winning treats to the High...

Football season is right around the corner, which means there’s one thing on everyone’s mind: food. Anyone who has ever gone to a college football game or a Superbowl watch party knows that the snacks...

School is back in session. A cool breeze has settled into the high country. The remnants of late summer blooms dot the roadsides, and the peak of Grandfather Mountain is still bright and green. It’s...

Tickets for Luke Combs' concert at The Rock are sold out.  Students who have uploaded their fully vaccinated status to MedPortal will have the opportunity to purchase discounted tickets to Luke Combs’...

There’s no denying Jack Antonoff’s strong influence on the music industry. The former guitarist for indie rock band Fun has produced music for icons like Taylor Swift, Lorde, The Chicks, Lana Del Rey...