College Democrats of App State give hugs as the Democratic watch party comes to an end on Nov. 5.

PHOTO GALLERY: The Super Bowl of politics: Watch parties across Boone

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November 6, 2024

On Tuesday night, voters across Watauga County attended watch parties to view the 2024 election results. These watch parties included the Democratic watch party, the Republican watch party and the App State Politics Club.

The Democratic watch party occurred at Lost Province Brewing Co. and started at 7 p.m. The event was organized by App State College Democrats.

Sophomore political science major Noelle Johnston shared her thoughts on the night. “I’m here to be around people who have similar views and no matter what, we all come together,” Johnston said.

The Republican watch party occurred at the Fairfield Inn & Suites, starting at approximately 6:30 p.m. Barbecue and other dishes were served in the conference room.

Watauga County Commissioners Braxton Eggers, Todd Castle, Ronnie Marsh and U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx were all in attendance.

The App State Politics Club held a watch party in Belk Library room 303 at 9 p.m. The watch party was open to all and had a crowd of 20 students and Boone locals.

All three watch parties ended before the presidential results came in.

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