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App State receives significant gift supporting academics, athletics

By Courtney Robers. BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University has received a significant gift from Mountaineers Jeff Mick and Liz Mick ’81, of Jefferson,...

Remembering Kent Tarbutton, Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce dedicates tree to memory of late Chetola owner

By David Rogers. BLOWING ROCK, N.C. — Throughout history in popular culture, religion and literature, trees have been used as symbolic icons representing knowledge...

RIBBON-CUTTING: Sweet Mimi’s

Special Report. BLOWING ROCK, N.C. — Celebrating Sweet Mimi's grand opening with Kate and her family was a delight. The new store has created...

RIBBON CUTTING: Firelight Book & Candle

Special Report. BLOWING ROCK, N.C. — Firelight Book & Candle on Sunset Drive celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The store features...

RIBBON-CUTTING: The Embers Hotel

By David Rogers. BLOWING ROCK, N.C. — As celebrations go, the May 30 ribbon-cutting for The Embers Hotel turned out to be quite a...

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