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The Appalachian

Playlist of the Week: Psychologic Hypnotic Girl Boss

Playlist of the Week: Psychologic Hypnotic Girl Boss

Jocelyn Van Skyhock, Reporter September 5, 2024

As the semester intensifies and your workload grows, finding music that helps you feel, think and embrace your femininity becomes essential. The right music has the ability to uplift your mood and sharpen...

Sabrina Carpenter stuns in sixth album, ‘Short n’ Sweet.’

Sabrina Carpenter stuns in sixth album, ‘Short n’ Sweet.’

Nance Onsrud, Reporter September 3, 2024

As far as success in pop music goes, this past summer has seen a multitude of female representation. From Charli xcx’s “brat,” to the stratospheric rise of Chappell Roan’s “The Rise and Fall...

Chelsea Mauney poses in front of Peak Piercings studio located at the High Country Emporium on Aug. 27. The grand opening for Mauney’s self-owned shop occurred in early August after she separated from a well-known piercing and tattoo shop.

Peak Piercing opens in Boone: Chelsea Mauney brings safe, creative body art to the community

Emily Milano, Reporter September 2, 2024

Behind a vibrant counter surrounded by walls plaster with colorful artwork, a bouncing Chelsea Mauney awaits to greet and meet her new and loyal clients. Boone’s newest piercing parlor opened earlier...

App at a Glance: Sept. 3-8

App at a Glance: Sept. 3-8

Nadia Telford, Reporter September 2, 2024

Tuesday, Sept. 3  SEXplanations At the Plemmons Student Union, the WeCARE Peer Educators are hosting a “Sex-Ed spectacular.” There will be giveaways, prizes and more from the Condom Fairy and...

Playlist of the week: Recession Pop returns circa brat summer

Playlist of the week: Recession Pop returns circa brat summer

Owen Marcellino, Reporter August 28, 2024

While we find ourselves nearing the end of brat summer, there is no doubt that a resurgence of pop perfection is back. With releases from new and returning artists, a sonic culture has been established...

App at a glance: Aug. 26 - Sept. 1

App at a glance: Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

Kelsey Griffith, Reporter August 26, 2024

Monday, Aug. 26 All Recovery Meeting Join Mountaineer Recovery at the Mountaineer Recovery Center in the Wellness Center for a meeting welcome to all who are affected by or struggling with addiction....

Playlist of the week: Speed walking across campus

Playlist of the week: Speed walking across campus

Ann Korwan, Reporter August 23, 2024

To say this playlist is all over the place would be an understatement, but I think we can all agree that’s how the first week of classes feels, especially if you have a class in Walker and then Anne...

Firefly watchers migrate to the viewing destination on Grandfather Mountain on June 21. The blue ghost fireflies and synchronous fireflies attracted many viewers to experience the rare visual event.

Synchronized fireflies illuminate Appalachian nights

Abby Buckner, A&C Editor August 21, 2024

Families, friends and strangers gathered on Grandfather Mountain, sitting in quiet anticipation awaiting a spectacle of lights. All sunlight vanished from the landscape, a silence settled over the mountain...

Yosef swings over Kidd Brewer Stadium before the App State vs. ECU game on Sept. 16, 2023. Many fans fill the stadium to watch the Mountaineers take on the Pirates.

Fall at a glance: Events in the High Country

Sara Jones, Reporter August 20, 2024

Boone and the surrounding areas are rich with community and traditions every App State student should get to experience. This guide will help you discover events and activities during the fall semester...

Chi Omega sisters enjoy a groovy bid day as four sisters gather to meet their new recruits. Chi Omega is known for their community and campus involvement. Courtesy of Chi Omega

Guide to recruitment: how to shine, survive and find your sisterhood

Abby Buckner, A&C Editor August 16, 2024

As the fall semester approaches, App State’s campus is alive with students old and new ready to embark on a new year. While some students are adjusting to living away from home and finding their groove...

From left, band members Drew Collins, Evan Flaherty and Andy Locklear perform at Off The Rack Vintage on April 19. The band has gained attention as they have performed at a number of venues.

How to insert yourself in the music scene: Boone offers hotspot of indie bands

Meg Frantz, Associate A&C Editor August 15, 2024

In Boone, you can pick up a guitar and be invited to a band jam session; go to a coffee shop and meet someone who can connect you to a venue; or post a video on social media and find yourself at TApp Room...

Fashion influencer Zoe Britt poses in an elevator showing off her outfit on Oct. 16, 2023. Britt is a senior apparel design and merchandising major.

These boots were made for walkin’: An App State Lookbook

Ann Korwan, Reporter August 13, 2024

Walking across App State’s campus, you will most likely see the different styles that make it unique. Some might opt for athleisure and mountain wear for a mix of comfort and functionality, while some...

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