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The Moses H. Cone Manor, a 23-room mansion. The estate is a popular Blue Ridge Parkway attraction with hiking trails and horseback riding.

Blue Ridge views and historic architecture attract tourists to Moses Cone Park

Macon Atkinson
December 8, 2018
The Jazz Ensemble performs Monday afternoon.

Jazz Ensemble creates challenging, collaborative environment

Macon Atkinson
November 14, 2018
Patrons visit Troys Diner for dinner on Monday evening.

Boone 1950s themed diner draws Boone community together

Macon Atkinson
October 31, 2018

Boone gets spooky with the Mountain Mystery Tour

Macon Atkinson
October 18, 2018
Ransom Pubs new location on West King Street. After moving and rennovations, Ransom is now open to the public.

Draft beer and tuna tacos: Ransom Pub reopens

Macon Atkinson
September 21, 2018
A percussionist performing in the Marching Mountaineers half time show featuring songs from the iconic band Earth, Wind, and Fire at the first home football game of the season.

Marching band introduces Donald Peach (and classic rock)

Macon Atkinson
September 18, 2018
A Christmas tree celebrates the holiday season inside the Jones House.

First Friday kicks off Boone’s Christmas season

Macon Atkinson
December 4, 2017
The Asian Student Association serving food at Taste of Asia, an event in the Plemmons Student Union on Nov. 13.

A world outside Appalachian: International Education Week

Macon Atkinson
November 21, 2017
The Marching Mountaineers perform the National Anthem at the first home football game of the 2017 season.

Marching band festival draws high school bands from across the region

Macon Atkinson
November 1, 2017
The audience watches film entries during the 2016 festival.

Boone Film Festival highlights local and regional stories

Macon Atkinson
September 26, 2017
The Marching Mountaineers perform the National Anthem at the first home football game of the 2017 season.

Marching band provides community, unique performance experiences

Macon Atkinson
September 18, 2017
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