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From left, members of Kappa Alpha Pi Fraternity, Inc. Kaylee Taylor, Emma Shelton, Ashley Bigelow and Sofie Mascellino collaborate with Letters of Love to create cards on Nov. 14. Courtesy of McKenna Carver.

Small notes, big impact through Letters of Love

Mia Seligman and Matt Howe January 26, 2025

In challenging times, the simple act of writing letters can foster heartfelt communication and connection. During her mother’s cancer treatments, Emily Pearl was able to savor her mother’s every word...

Former chancellor Francis Thomas Borkowski died on Jan. 19. Photo courtesy of Appalachian State University Historical Photographs Collection.

Former App State Chancellor Borkowski dead at 88

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor January 22, 2025

Francis “Frank” Thomas Borkowski, the fifth chancellor of App State, died Sunday. According to an email sent by Interim Chancellor Heather Norris, Borkowski, who was one of the first in his family...

This week in history: Environmental Study Area and Preserve planned for App State

This week in history: Environmental Study Area and Preserve planned for App State

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor January 22, 2025

Madalyn Edwards curated this story by Debbie Cook, which The Appalachian published Jan. 25, 1977. In November, 1976, the Environmental Studies Council (ESC), compiled a report on the possible plans...

A fresh blanket of snow sits on the Founders Bell Pavilion in Durham Park on Jan. 11.

Winter weather hits High Country, tips for staying safe

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor January 20, 2025

With recent snow accumulation and the prediction of sub-freezing temperatures, the arrival of winter brings the presence of winter storms that can pose a severe safety threat. Kat Eller, community liaison...

The Raley Photovoltaic Array, built in April 2007, outside of Peacock Hall on April 2. This solar panel display managed to offset over four tons of carbon in its first year. Courtesy of Hannah Armstrong

ASUREI celebrates 20 years at App State

Sara Jones, Reporter January 16, 2025

App State’s commitment to sustainability is seen in many initiatives around campus; one of the first structures that comes to mind is the Broyhill Wind Turbine on Howard’s Knob.  This renewable...

Sophomore history and social justice education major Jackson Piermont believes Mo Green’s expertise and approach make him the ideal choice for state superintendent. Courtesy of Jackson Piermont.

Mo Green’s win and what it means to future and current educators

Abigail Eggers, Reporter January 15, 2025

Democrat Maurice “Mo” Green defeated Republican Michele Morrow in the race for North Carolina superintendent of public instruction in the 2024 election and took the place of Republican Catherine Truitt...

Over Yonder restaurant blanketed in snow on Jan. 9

Over Yonder of Valle Crucis to close permanently

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor January 13, 2025

Over Yonder, a restaurant located in Valle Crucis, will close permanently, holding its last day of service on Sunday. The establishment, which served “classic Appalachian food” with a modern twist,...

Michael Ricker of Bellview Baptist Missionary Church in Cranberry, N.C. leads the Boone Walmart Supercenter reopening event in prayer on Dec. 20. Walmart Store Manager Joshua Daniels stands next to him.

Walmart’s partial reopening returns service to Boone

Matt Howe, Associate News Editor December 20, 2024

Boone’s Walmart Supercenter held its partial grand re-opening ceremony Friday morning at 8 a.m. after it temporarily closed due to the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The renovated store currently...

Academic development groups team up to host De-stress Day for students prior to exams

Academic development groups team up to host De-stress Day for students prior to exams

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor December 9, 2024

The App State TRIO Student Support Services and ACCESS organizations hosted the fall semester De-stress Day Wednesday from noon to 4 p.m. in DD Dougherty Hall for students in the program to relax and engage...

Composting head Ballard Reynolds weeds plants in the Boone United Methodist Church garden on Sept. 13.

Born Again Dirt leads charge for a clean and green Boone

Jacob Kiener December 2, 2024

In the fight for a cleaner, greener Earth, Born Again Dirt Composting, also referred to as BAD, leads the charge in Boone. BAD is a cooperative organization that aims to help the growth of local plant...

State Board certifies election results

State Board certifies election results

Andrew Rice, Former Political Editor November 27, 2024

The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted unanimously to certify the results of the 2024 election Tuesday. The results were certified for all races except 10 currently undergoing recounts in the...

Interim Chancellor Heather Norris speaks prior to the bell ringing ceremony in BB Dougherty Administration Building on Nov. 21.

App State celebrates seventh annual Founders Day

Will Murphey-Helms, News Reporter November 25, 2024

App State celebrated its seventh annual Founders Day and 125th anniversary Thursday in the BB Dougherty Administration Building. The celebration continued later in the Summit Trail Solarium in the Plemmons...

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