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The Appalachian

Two models pose during a shoot for The Collective. Students were motivated to start the magazine by the competitive nature of the apparel and fashion industry.

First in fashion: Students debut App State’s first fashion magazine

Zoe Zink, A&C Reporter October 20, 2020

Inside the basement of Ram’s Rack Thrift Store on King Street, a small team of students utilize the space for something uncommon. Members of App State’s first fashion magazine, The Collective,...

Review: “The Haunting of Bly Manor”

Review: “The Haunting of Bly Manor”

Tucker Wulff, Reporter October 19, 2020

This work is a matter of opinion and is spoiler free.  The much-anticipated Netflix horror series “The Haunting of Bly Manor” is finally here, just in time for the holiday season of scares and...

Playlist of the week: Rainy autumn nights

Playlist of the week: Rainy autumn nights

Kait Rous, A&C Reporter October 19, 2020

As foggy nights and cool air make their way up the mountain, many of us find ourselves driving down saturated streets needing the perfect tunes to accompany us. Whether alone or with friends, driving on...

A bouquet made of wood. Bailey Sparks and Alec Bryan opened a business selling wood bouquets after seeing a need for reliable flower providers during COVID.

Local couple redefines wedding bouquets

Ansley Puckett, Reporter October 16, 2020

A betrothed walks down an aisle in white on their wedding day. In their hands is a bouquet: not of flowers, but of wood. This is exactly how Bailey Sparks will look on her wedding day, walking down...

Lucas Triba performing with his band Speedball. The band created an inviting atmosphere for other local bands at Noble Kava after meeting during an open mic night.

Band and business: Relationship creates culture through music

David Brashier, A&C Reporter October 14, 2020

A local guitarist attended an open mic night at the kratom bar Noble Kava in February 2018, seeking talent to form a band. It was there that he met two other musicians, and the trio formed the funk-rock/alternative...

Coffee and a donut at the Local Lion. The High Country offers a wide array of seasonal drinks to enjoy this fall.

Review: Fall drinks in the High Country

Kait Rous, A&C Reporter October 13, 2020

Red, orange and yellow leaves aren’t the only perks of fall’s arrival: seasonal drinks and sweet treats go hand in hand with the cool air. Pumpkin spice and everything nice topped with whipped cream...

Playlist of the week: The women of jazz

Playlist of the week: The women of jazz

Camryn Collier, Reporter October 12, 2020

Far from the most popular genre of the modern ages, jazz is often considered a lost cause. However, back in the 1930s, '40s, '50s and into the '60s,  jazz was one of the most celebrated genres of music....

Taylor Osborne in period dress in front of Frazier cabin. The museum's goal is to educate the community about the history of the area.

Snapshot in time: Heritage tourism connects history and community

Savannah Brewer, Reporter October 12, 2020

Tucked away in the heart of Boone is the Hickory Ridge Museum, where visitors can travel back in time to experience the rich history and deep roots of the High Country. In the main office sits Marrena...

Daelan, an avid climber in Boone, NC, is able to keep strong during the bouldering season by climbing with a mask on at Center 45 on October 1.

Climbing through COVID: High Country climbers thrive amidst the pandemic

Tucker Wulff, Reporter October 7, 2020

Amidst a global pandemic, when many view sports teams and athletic events as a serious risk due to outbreaks in professional and collegiate franchises, the climbing community in the High Country is thriving...

Fashion of Boone: Blue light glasses

Fashion of Boone: Blue light glasses

Rebecca Parker, A&C Reporter October 6, 2020

As students overwhelmingly take classes online this school year, many may be experiencing new and frequent headaches. Computer screens emit blue light, which can cause headaches that some may experience....

Playlist of the week: Comfort songs

Playlist of the week: Comfort songs

Ansley Puckett, Reporter October 5, 2020

As life gets busy, it's easy to let all the stresses in life overwhelm you. Life can be rough, especially nowadays, but music can comfort those who are hurting. This week we put together a playlist of...

Boone users respond to potential TikTok ban

Ansley Puckett, Reporter October 5, 2020

Life hacks, celebrity edits, recipes and jokes have all found a place on the popular video-sharing app that has led many to long hours of scrolling.  With almost 50 million Americans on TikTok in the...

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