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Fraternity events draw mass attention

Nicole Caporaso April 28, 2015

Alpha Sigma Phi postponed their sexual assault awareness walk that was scheduled for Sunday morning to instead tentatively take place Sept. 25. John Price, president of Alpha Sigma Phi, said the postponement...

Avett Brothers frontmen Bob Crawford (left), Scott Avett and Seth Avett perform on The Doc and Merle Watson Stage on Saturday night at MerleFest, an annual bluegrass festival that takes place on the campus of Wilkes Community College. Photo by Paul Heckert  |  The Appalachian

A ‘great tradition’ in music

Laney Ruckstuhl April 28, 2015

28th Merlefest annual bluegrass festival bridges tradition and evolution of genre Despite chilly temperatures and rainfall throughout much of the weekend, more than 78,000 bluegrass fans attended the...

The Appalachian Online

Six professors honored for teaching excellence

Tommy Culkin April 26, 2015

Six Appalachian State University professors were recently honored for their excellence in teaching by the UNC Board of Governors. Each professor was awarded $1,000 for the distinction, and will receive...

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Relay for Life commemorates survivors, victims of cancer

Chamian Cruz April 25, 2015

Students and community members gathered at Appalachian State University’s Kidd Brewer Stadium from 6 p.m. on Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday in support of Relay for Life. The all-night, ‘80s-themed event...

On tap: Appalachian Mountain Brewery to increase national presence

On tap: Appalachian Mountain Brewery to increase national presence

The Appalachian April 22, 2015

Boone’s Appalachian Mountain Brewery has recently opened a partnership with Portland, Oregon-based Craft Brew Alliance, Inc. Danny Wilcox, director of retail operations at AMB, said the partnership...

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BOE director confirmed amid controversy

Tommy Culkin April 22, 2015

After much controversy, Matthew Snyder, the former chair of the Republican party, was officially approved as the next elections director of the Watauga County Board of Elections. Snyder was confirmed...

Local farmers make decision to use or avoid GMOs

Local farmers make decision to use or avoid GMOs

Chamian Cruz April 22, 2015

As interest from consumers continues to increase regarding locally grown food, many farms in Watauga County have made an attempt to provide consumers in the community with fresh food that is free of genetically...

The Appalachian Online

Special Olympics fosters humanity

Jordan Boles April 22, 2015

More than 125 athletes will compete in the Watauga County Special Olympics on Friday at Watauga High School from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Athletes are able to participate in several events including track...

A capella group Enharmonix’s popularity has grown in recent years, leading them to the decision to record an album, which they hope to share with friends, family and fans. Photo: Courtesy of Enharmonix

After increased popularity, Enharmonix to produce album

Chamian Cruz April 22, 2015

Enharmonix was started at Appalachian State University four years ago and due to their success in the community, is now hoping to extend their talents throughout the state and even the nation by recording...

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As-U-R offers assistance to students with executive function challenges

Tommy Culkin April 21, 2015

A student-support program at Appalachian State University called As-U-R helps students who have a hard time adjusting to the more strenuous college coursework and who have been identified as having executive...

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Sigma Kappa and Sigma Nu win Greek Week

Jordan Boles April 21, 2015

Of the 10 on-campus sororities and 12 fraternities, Sigma Kappa and Sigma Nu won first place over all other organizations that participated in Greek Week events. Katy Huis, vice president of programming...

The Appalachian Online

Students use their summers to gain job experience

Jordan Boles April 21, 2015

For college students, summer break is usually revered as a three-month hiatus from all responsibility.  However, according the Walker College of Business and the National Association of Colleges and Employers,...

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