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A building that’s fed Boone for decades gets new life

Right next Appalachian State University’s campus along Blowing Rock Road is a building that has fed locals and students alike ...

Benson Boone Wanted Man Tour. Setlist and where he's playing next

Benson Boone launched the 2026 Wanted Man Tour at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. Here's every concert date, the setlist and all the opening acts.

Asheville food bites: Award-winning bites, new restaurant menus, more

Asheville restaurants and breweries offer fun and new tasting experiences. Events and news to know from Montgomery Sky Farm, ...

This Quiet North Carolina Town Is Worth A Detour—Especially If You Love Finding New Places Before Everyone Else

There are more things to do in this charming North Carolina town than ever before. Here are the best things to do when you make a stop in Whiteville.

Spot off the NC coast ranks among nation's best island getaways, survey says

This isn't the first time the must-visit region has earned national recognition.
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Boone Town Council to weigh conservation bond, stormwater plan at July 8 meeting

The Boone Town Council will convene Wednesday, July 8, at 9 a.m. in Town Council Chambers at 1500 Blowing Rock Road, with a ...
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12 North Carolina Mountain Towns That Stay Cooler Than The Rest Of The State

Summer heat in the Southeast does not need a villain arc to become annoying. By July, even a quick errand can start feeling like a personal negotiation with humidity. That is when the higher towns of ...