To Jasper Yoke, a “thru-hiker” of the Appalachian Trail, the AT is much more than a footpath stretching from Maine to Georgia.  “It's a whole way of life, you know? It's not just a physical trail,...

Many sanctuaries are sitting empty on Sunday mornings as the number of COVID-19 cases in North Carolina rise, but for some, worship continues online.  To slow the spread of the disease, The Centers...

App State graduate student Byron Reese Wells was awarded an $8,000 scholarship from the National Board for Certified Counselors. “I’m really excited and grateful for NBCCF,” Wells said. “Through...

The tan tent in the parking lot of Watauga Medical Center is a precaution for the future. “Appalachian Regional Healthcare System’s Public Safety department worked with Watauga County Emergency...

This story has been updated with additional information.  App State has officially announced Friday that May’s commencement will be virtual. May graduates will have the option to participate in the...

UNC System interim President Bill Roper addressed the Board of Governors at a special meeting on Friday amid the coronavirus pandemic. In his remarks, Roper mentioned spring commencement would be disrupted.  “Unfortunately,...

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced via Twitter that Tax Day will be moved from April 15 to July 15. "At (Donald Trump)'s direction, we are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15. All taxpayers...

Boone Fire responded to a structure fire at 140 Faculty Street Thursday evening. Battalion Chief Travis Spencer said someone was trying to cook when a fire broke out. "He hit it with a fire extinguisher...

UNC System Interim President William Roper authorized paid administrative leave for university employees, which includes temporary and student employees, for certain COVID-19 related absences. This is...

Appalachian Regional Healthcare System is rolling out a new service to help test those who believe they have the novel coronavirus. People who believe they have the coronavirus can visit relymd.com/covidarhs...

AppalCart will run its break schedule effective March 16 which includes five routes with seven buses. AppalCart has also implemented several policies to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Staff...

The Boone Police Department is searching for two suspects after a robbery at the Circle K gas station at 1218 State Farm Road, according to a crime alert issued by High Country Crime Stoppers. At approximately...