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The Appalachian
The Student News Site of Appalachian State University

The Appalachian
Hayden Wittenborn

Hayden Wittenborn, Photo Editor

Hayden Wittenborn (she/her) is a senior advertising major and business minor, from Cary, N.C. This is her second year with The Appalachian.

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Interim Chancellor Heather Norris speaks prior to the bell ringing ceremony in BB Dougherty Administration Building on Nov. 21.

[Photo] App State celebrates seventh annual Founders Day

Will Murphey-Helms
November 25, 2024
The main area of The Happy Persimmon store, where shelves are lined with goods, on Nov. 13.

[Photo] The Happy Persimmon brings Asian ingredients to Boone

Abby Buckner, A&C Editor
November 25, 2024
Mike Novacek models a camo LEKI jacket sold at 1st Tracks Ski & Snowboard Shop on Nov. 9.

[Photo] Function meets fashion on the slopes of Appalachia

Owen Marcellino, Reporter
November 20, 2024
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[Photo] Farewell column: Peace & love

November 19, 2024
ONLINERES Thomas 3

[Photo] Farewell column: Leaving with fear in my heart and a smile on my face

November 19, 2024
ONLINE Ella 6

[Photo] Farewell column: 9 semesters, 50+ articles and endless memories

November 19, 2024
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[Photo] Farewell column: Click the link in bio

Julia Woodring, Director of Marketing and Public Relations
November 19, 2024
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[Photo] Farewell column: A tribute to those along the way

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 19, 2024
Melanie Hollar, sporting a Trump-themed shirt, attended the GOP watch party on Nov. 5.

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

Photo Desk
November 6, 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.

[Photo] Student union site opens for voting on Election Day

Matt Howe and Andrew Rice
November 5, 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.

[Photo] How to vote on Election Day in Watauga County

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
November 4, 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.

[Photo] 2024 Watauga County candidate guide

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 23, 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.

[Photo] Polls open for early voting in Watauga County

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
October 17, 2024
Director of University Housing Brandon Nelson in his office in John E. Thomas Hall on Sept. 20.

[Photo] App State’s history of hotel housing

Siri Patterson, Managing Editor
October 16, 2024
El gobernador Roy Cooper responde a preguntas sobre sus esfuerzos de reparación después del huracán Helen en el oeste de Carolina del Norte el 3 de octubre.

[Photo] El gobernador Roy Cooper habla con las víctimas del huracán: ‘Este es un esfuerzo en equipo’

Siri Patterson, Managing Editor
October 12, 2024
County Commissioner Larry Turnbow talks about the devastation of Hurricane Helene in Boone outside the Mast General Store on Oct. 3.

Gov. Roy Cooper answers questions about his response efforts after Hurricane Helene in western N.C. on Oct. 3.

[Photo] Gov. Roy Cooper speaks to hurricane victims: ‘This is a team effort’

Siri Patterson, Managing Editor
October 3, 2024
Gov. Roy Cooper speaks with Mayor Tim Futrelle outside the King Street Mast General Store on Oct. 3.

Gov. Roy Cooper answers questions outside Betty’s Biscuits on Oct. 3.

The aftermath of a home on Zeb Street after Hurricane Helene on Sept. 28.

[Photo] PHOTO GALLERY: Hurricane Helene causes devastation, loss to Boone community

Photo Desk
September 29, 2024
Flooding outside of Dogwood Residence Hall on Sept. 27.

[Photo] Hurricane Helene impacts operations, forces closures

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor
September 27, 2024
Matthew Cannon shares information about osteopathic medicine in the I.G. Greer Auditorium on Sept. 9. Osteopathic medicine is a practice that focuses on the patient as a whole.

Matthew Cannon talks about Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine to App State students in the I.G. Greer Auditorium on Sept. 9.

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.

[Photo] Mark Robinson addresses Boone crowd on NC policies

Mia Seligman and Andrew Rice
September 23, 2024
The grand opening of Sheetz on the corner of New Market Boulevard and East King Street took place on Sept. 19. Many customers showed up to celebrate the new gas station.

Time to fuel up: Sheetz opens in Boone

Hayden Wittenborn, Photo Editor
September 20, 2024
Running back Anderson Castle maneuvers around ECU defenders at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium on Sept. 14. Castle recorded a total of 40 rushing yards in the game.

[Photo] App State sinks ECU’s ship in rivalry win

Parker Egeland, Reporter
September 15, 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.

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

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 11, 2024
Johnathan Ibarra, quien usa su portanombres con orgullo afuera de la biblioteca Belk el 29 de agosto, ek ek asesor de la Alianza Hispana Latina de App State.

[Photo] Asesor de la Alianza Hispana Latina guía a los estudiantes universitarios actuales y futuros

Abigail Eggers, Reporter
September 11, 2024
Jonathan Ibarra wears his name tag proudly outside Belk Library on Aug. 21. Ibarra is App State’s Latin Hispanic Alliance advisor.

[Photo] Latin Hispanic Alliance advisor guides current, future college students

Abigail Eggers, Reporter
September 11, 2024
Rubí Escobar, an employee with High Country Community Health, poses for a portrait on King Street on Aug. 29.

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

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 11, 2024
Profesor asistente Pedro Maia toca su violín en el centro musical Broyhill el 29 de agosto. Maia ha tocado en varios distintos lugares a través del mundo y planea compartir sus experiencias con los estudiantes de App State.

[Photo] Armonías musicales, poesía cautivadora: El Mes de la Herencia Hispana a través de las artes

Abby Buckner, A&C Editor
September 11, 2024
The empty Foundations of Healthcare classroom located on the 3rd floor of the Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences on Sept. 8. This lab is primarily used for nursing students to learn about healthcare maintenance and safety.

[Photo] App State nursing program to receive nearly $2.2 million in grants, looking to expand

Abigail Eggers, Reporter
September 11, 2024
Assistant Professor Pedro Maia bows on his violin at the Broyhill Music Center on Aug. 29. Maia has played in many different places worldwide and plans to share his experiences with students at App State.

[Photo] Musical harmonies, captivating poetry: Hispanic Heritage Month through the arts

Abby Buckner, A&C Editor
September 10, 2024
Forward Izzi Wood heads the ball while attempting to score a goal against the Wofford goalie at the Appalachian Soccer Stadium on Aug. 22. Wood had four shots on goal during the App State vs. Wofford game.

[Photo] Izzi Wood sparks new era for App State soccer

Adam Persico, Associate Sports Editor
September 10, 2024
The Hospitality House celebrates its 40th anniversary at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Sept. 8. The original Hospitality House was opened to shelter homeless people in 1984.

[Photo] Hospitality House celebrates 40th anniversary

Madalyn Edwards, News Editor
September 10, 2024
Los votantes pueden elegir registrarse para votar en persona, en linea o por correo.

[Photo] 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.

[Photo] Fechas claves para esta temporada de elecciones

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
September 5, 2024
Forward graduate student Izzi Wood shields the ball from Wofford’s defender at the Appalachian Soccer Stadium on Aug. 22. Wood has played for the App State women’s soccer team for four years.

[Photo] Mountaineers soccer dominate Terriers in blowout win

Adam Persico, Associate Sports Editor
August 25, 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.

[Photo] Bipartisan group talks election security, processes at App State

Andrew Rice, Political Editor
August 23, 2024
The plaques on campus that represent the historically Black sororities and fraternities in front of I.G. Greer on April 15. On April 7, the IFC chartered the eighth NPHC organization of App State’s campus, Sigma Gamma Rho.

[Photo] App State welcomes new sorority

Macy Grymes, Reporter
May 1, 2024
Colby Carr was voted Best Professor for Best of Boone and poses outside of his office in Peacock Hall on Feb. 29. Carr is a Lecturer of Finance at App State’s Walker College of Business.

[Photo] 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
The sunrise over the Blue Ridge Mountains can be seen from the wooded walkway a part of the Rough Ridge trail on March 11.

Best of Boone 2024: Best of Lifestyle

Kolby Shea, Chance Chamberlain, Ella Adams, Max Schwanz, Spence Smithback, Avin Patel, Jenna Guzman, Briley Turpin, Siri Patterson, Georgia Dixon, Madalyn Edwards, Tess McNally, Vivian Parks, Kaylie Morales, Hayden Wittenborn, Cameron Miller, Emily Simpson, K. Slade, Allison Lehan, Ethan Smith, Adam Persico, Fran Murphy, Clay Durban, and Leah Boone
April 8, 2024
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