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Andrew Rice

Andrew Rice, Political Editor

Andrew Rice (he/him) is a senior communications studies, journalism major, political science minor from Cary, NC.

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Farewell column: A tribute to those along the way

Farewell column: A tribute to those along the way

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 19, 2024
From left, Elaine Rothenberg, Eric Eller and Leta Councill gather at the Watauga County Courthouse on Nov. 15 to sign the unofficial “2024 General Election, Abstract of Votes.”

Board of Elections certifies election results, possibly moves to recount

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 15, 2024
Elecciones de 2024: Resultados no oficiales por estado

Elecciones de 2024: Resultados no oficiales por estado

Andrew Rice, Madalyn Edwards, Haley DiFruscio, Colin Wishneski, Meg Frantz, Abby Buckner, Gracie Rutheny, Matt Howe, and Abigail Eggers
November 14, 2024
App State College Republicans President Jacob Epperson speaks at the group’s Nov. 6 meeting, opening up the meeting with remarks about election results from the previous night.

College Republicans celebrate sweeping victories

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 8, 2024
2024 Election: State unofficial results

2024 Election: State unofficial results

Andrew Rice, Madalyn Edwards, Haley DiFruscio, Colin Wishneski, Meg Frantz, Abby Buckner, Gracie Rutheny, Matt Howe, and Abigail Eggers
November 6, 2024
Elecciones 2024: Resultados locales no oficial

Elecciones 2024: Resultados locales no oficial

Siri Patterson, Gracie Rutheny, Matt Howe, Lorelei Roberts, Abigail Eggers, and Andrew Rice
November 5, 2024
2024 Election: Local unofficial results

2024 Election: Local unofficial results

Siri Patterson, Gracie Rutheny, Matt Howe, Lorelei Roberts, Abigail Eggers, and Andrew Rice
November 5, 2024
Josh Stein es el ganador proyectado para gobernador de Carolina del Norte

Josh Stein es el ganador proyectado para gobernador de Carolina del Norte

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 5, 2024
BREAKING: Josh Stein projected to win N.C. governor's race

BREAKING: Josh Stein projected to win N.C. governor’s race

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 5, 2024
2024 Election: Live presidential, federal, state, county unofficial results

2024 Election: Live presidential, federal, state, county unofficial results

Jenna Guzman and Andrew Rice
November 5, 2024
Brian Juneau stands between Plemmons Student Union and Belk Library on Nov. 5, wearing a sign that reads “Vote Now 0 Days Left” on his back.

Student union site opens for voting on Election Day

Matt Howe and Andrew Rice
November 5, 2024
Letter from the Editor: How The Appalachian reports election results

Letter from the Editor: How The Appalachian reports election results

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 4, 2024
A “Vote Here” sign sits outside of the Plemmons Student Union on Nov. 4. The student union is one of 20 Election Day precincts in Watauga County.

How to vote on Election Day in Watauga County

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 4, 2024
From left, Watauga County Commissioners candidates Braxton Eggers, Jon Council, Ronnie Marsh, Charlie Wallin, Sue Sweeting, and Todd Castle gather at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Board of Commissioners ballot referendum explained

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 30, 2024
A curbside voting sign is displayed outside of Plemmons Student Union on Oct. 17. Curbside voting is available to voters with disabilities who request it.

2024 Watauga County candidate guide

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 23, 2024
A political cartoon about former president Barack Obama’s presidency from a November 2012 edition.

‘Eso es política’: Las temporadas electorales de App State a lo largo de las décadas.

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 23, 2024
University water test reveals chemical above 'allowable limit'

University water test reveals chemical above ‘allowable limit’

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 19, 2024
A political cartoon about former president Barack Obama’s presidency from a November 2012 edition.

‘That’s Politics’: App State election seasons through the decades

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 17, 2024
A sign directs voters to the polls in Plemmons Student Union on Oct. 17. Early voting is open until 3 p.m. on Nov. 2.

Polls open for early voting in Watauga County

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 17, 2024
How to vote early in Watauga County

How to vote early in Watauga County

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 16, 2024
BREAKING: Board of Elections changes early voting hours after Helene

BREAKING: Board of Elections changes early voting hours after Helene

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 10, 2024
How to register to vote in Boone

How to register to vote in Boone

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 7, 2024
Board of Elections shares operations updates after Hurricane Helene

Board of Elections shares operations updates after Hurricane Helene

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 3, 2024
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson speaks outside of the Blue Ridge Diner on Sept. 23. Robinson came for a meet and greet with citizens of Boone.

Mark Robinson addresses Boone crowd on NC policies

Mia Seligman and Andrew Rice
September 23, 2024
From left, Watauga County Board of Education candidates Marshall Ashcraft, Chad Cole, Adam Hege, Allison Idol, Charlotte Mizelle Lloyd, and Tom Ross stand onstage at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: Watauga County Board of Education

Andrew Rice, Colin Wishneski, Mia Seligman, and Madalyn Edwards
September 22, 2024
From left, Watauga County Commissioners candidates Braxton Eggers, Jon Council, Ronnie Marsh, Charlie Wallin, Sue Sweeting, and Todd Castle gather at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: Watauga County commissioners

Andrew Rice, Lorelei Roberts, and Colin Wishneski
September 21, 2024
Chuck Hubbard, a former North Carolina journalist and current candidate for the 2024 N.C. House for the democratic party, stands onstage at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: U.S. House of Representatives

Andrew Rice, Colin Wishneski, and Sam Deibler
September 21, 2024
Ben Massey and Ray Pickett stand on stage at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country discussing issues within their political spheres on Sept. 16.

Meet the Candidates 2024: NC House and Senate

Andrew Rice, Sam Deibler, Lorelei Roberts, and Madalyn Edwards
September 21, 2024
Nelson Masinde gives an informational seminar on ID requirements for voting at Belk Library on Sept. 11. Masinde is a training specialist and is part of the North Carolina State Board of Elections.

NC State Board of Elections holds seminar on new ID requirements

Colin Wishneski and Andrew Rice
September 13, 2024
Rubí Escobar, an employee with High Country Community Health, poses for a portrait on King Street on Aug. 29.

Lost in translation: Spanish-speaking residents lacking access, equity

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 11, 2024
Rubí Escobar una traductora que trabaja para las escuelas del condado de Watauga posa para un retrato en King Street el 29 de agosto.

Perdido en la traducción: Los residentes hispanohablantes carecen de acceso y equidad

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 11, 2024
Los votantes hacen fila afuera del edificio de administración del condado de Watauga para emitir su voto.

Lo que debes saber para registrarte para votar en Boone

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 9, 2024
La votación por adelantado en el condado de Watauga toma lugar en Plemmons Student Union para ambos estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad empezando el 17 de octubre.

Fechas claves para esta temporada de elecciones

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 5, 2024
Early voting in Watauga County is taking place in Plemmons Student Union for both community members and student residents starting Oct. 17.

Mark your calendars: Election dates to know

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
August 28, 2024
A bipartisan panel of election officials meeting in the Parkway Ballroom of Plemmons Student Union on Aug. 21. The group is discussing how the election process works and is answering any questions from the audience.

Bipartisan group talks election security, processes at App State

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
August 23, 2024
Voters line up outside the Watauga County Administration Building to cast their vote.

Register to vote in Boone: what to know

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
August 15, 2024
Khambhat, India native Vidhi Patel poses for a portrait on April 9. She is graduating with a master’s in computer science and is a discrete mathematics teacher’s assistant. After graduation she plans to stay in the U.S. with her fiance and get a job in IT.

Graduating international students say farewell to Mountaineer lifestyle

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
April 28, 2024
Khambhat, India native Vidhi Patel poses for a portrait on April 9. She is graduating with a master’s in computer science and is a discrete mathematics teacher’s assistant. After graduation she plans to stay in the U.S. with her fiance and get a job in IT.

Dentro de los graduados internacionales en App: Lecciones y desafíos

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
April 27, 2024
Thunder Hill stands on the west side of campus on March 14, since the Fall of 2021, and has been used as an on campus dorm building.

Best of Boone 2024: Best of Campus

Sam Deibler, Abigail Eggers, Anna Adams, Leah Boone, Mia Seligman, Andrew Rice, Bella Lantz, Macy Grymes, Madalyn Edwards, Samantha Salvador, Siri Patterson, and Thomas Turner
April 9, 2024
Polls are open for the 2024 primary elections March 5 from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Polls open for primary voting in North Carolina: here’s what to know

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
March 4, 2024
Senior Sophie Mead sits inside Belk Library’s Special Collections Research Center Feb. 21. Mead is a passionate voter who sued the North Carolina General Assembly after her vote was challenged.

Meet Sophie Mead: The student who sued the General Assembly

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
February 29, 2024
Zachary Lachance, a lecturer in the accounting department, poses with a picture outside of the tax filing help session. The session was held noon-4 p.m. on Thursday in the Plemmons Student Union alongside graduate student Micah Carroll.

Free tax filing session offers advice, student aid

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
February 17, 2024
Best of Boone 2023: Best of Lifestyle

Best of Boone 2023: Best of Lifestyle

Ella Lewis, Ethan Smith, K. Slade, Andrew Rice, Georgia Dixon, Siri Patterson, Sam Vanolinda, Will Hofmann, Kolby Shea, Colin Bross, Megan Koch, Zoey Sigmon, Cameron Miller, Bobby Phillips, Nataly Aguiar, Ben Brady, James Parker, Madison Lipe, Madalyn Edwards, Ben Gosey, Emily Milano, Trey Blake, Jack Jackson, Kurt Zottl, and Chance Chamberlain
April 5, 2023
Sophomore captain Murphy Sink takes a shot on goal attempt against Eastern Carolina, Jan. 29, 2023.

Club Ice Hockey looks for rink, recognition

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
March 10, 2023
Nazi flag raised outside Temple of the High Country, campus and community respond

Nazi flag raised outside Temple of the High Country, campus and community respond

Andrew Rice and Will Hofmann
February 16, 2023
Roberta Jackson poses for a portrait at at the 105-year-old Boone Mennonite Brethren Church on January 30th, 2023. Jackson acts as representative for the Junaluska Historical Association.

Historically Black community looks to preserve, educate community

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
February 14, 2023
State Board certifies election results, recount results

State Board certifies election results, recount results

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 30, 2022
Watauga County Board of Elections certifies 2022 election results

Watauga County Board of Elections certifies 2022 election results

Andrew Rice, Kaitlyn Potochnik, Mia Seligman, Rachel Leahy, and Madalyn Edwards
November 22, 2022
2022 Election: local unofficial results

2022 Election: local unofficial results

Hollie Moore, Zoey Sigmon, Jenna Guzman, Madalyn Edwards, Rachel Leahy, Mia Seligman, Kaitlyn Potochnik, K. Slade, and Andrew Rice
November 8, 2022
App State Election Day voting site on campus in Plemmons Student Union.

Polls open at Plemmons Student Union for Election Day 

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 8, 2022
Meet the Candidates: Watauga County Board of Education

Meet the Candidates: Watauga County Board of Education

Andrew Rice, Kaitlyn Potochnik, K. Slade, and Mia Seligman
November 7, 2022
Meet the Candidates: Board of commissioners and sheriff

Meet the Candidates: Board of commissioners and sheriff

Andrew Rice, K. Slade, Mia Seligman, and Kaitlyn Potochnik
November 7, 2022
App State Election Day voting site on campus in Plemmons Student Union.

Plemmons Student Union opens for early voting

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 20, 2022
Voting: Watauga County’s when and where

Voting: Watauga County’s when and where

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 19, 2022
Watauga County candidate guide

Watauga County candidate guide

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 12, 2022
View of Boone from Rich Mountain #6 Photograph by Palmer Blair, Photo Courtesy of Watauga Digital Archives.

Authors offer new perspectives as Boone turns 150

Andrew Rice and Will Hofmann
September 16, 2022
“Junaluska: Oral Histories of a Black Appalachian Community,” App State’s Common Reading book this year.

Boone Reads Together recognizes Junaluska oral histories

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 11, 2022
App State Wellness and Prevention offers free naloxone, fentanyl test kits

App State Wellness and Prevention offers free naloxone, fentanyl test kits

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 6, 2022
AppalCART system map. Courtesy of AppalCART.

An Appal a day: Guide to commuting with AppalCart

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
August 18, 2022

App State opens applications for veterinary technology students

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
June 16, 2022
Attendees of the DEI Summit make their way through the presentations in the Solarium, April 28, 2022.

App State hosts first annual diversity, equity, inclusion summit

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
May 7, 2022
Best of Boone 2022: Best of App State Campus Life

Best of Boone 2022: Best of App State Campus Life

Jenna Guzman, Hollie Moore, Cameron Stuart, Emily Broyles, Will Hofmann, Megan Pettey, Georgia Dixon, Andrew Rice, Kayla Slade, Emily Milano, and Cameron Marshall
May 4, 2022
Sustainable development junior Faye Guarino and biology senior Justice Taylor put up signson Sanford Mall April 22, 2022, in memory of transgender people who have been killed in 2021.

App State students honor trans lives with performance, moment of silence

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
April 25, 2022
Graduate student Matthew Johnson poses for a portrait in Rankin Hall Friday, March 25 2022.

App State graduate students: inside a small, hardworking community

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
April 14, 2022
Chancellor Sheri Everts and others break ground on the the Conservatory for Biodiversity Education and Research March 25, 2022. The Conservatory will be the first building of the university's Innovation District.

Groundbreaking event marks beginning of Innovation District construction

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
March 25, 2022

App State introduces veterinary technology degree

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
March 22, 2022
A student stands in front of the Carving Board in Roess Dining Hall as their meal is prepared.

App State switching to a swipe-based meal plan policy for 2022-23 academic year

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
March 2, 2022
App State’s SGA releases first midterm report

App State’s SGA releases first midterm report

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
February 22, 2022
A recreational vehicle parked in front of the Boone Walmart, Jan. 10, 2022.

North Carolina eighth in nation for retail store solar energy potential

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
February 10, 2022
This day in history: Facebook gains popularity at App State

This day in history: Facebook gains popularity at App State

Jenna Guzman and Andrew Rice
February 8, 2022
App State to require proof of COVID vaccine for employees

App State to require proof of COVID vaccine for employees

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 15, 2021
U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley speaking to students on Sanford Mall during her campaign visit to App State Oct. 7.

US Senate candidate Cheri Beasley joins App State students on Sanford Mall

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 7, 2021
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