Winter weather brings with it a unique set of challenges, especially on the roads. According to a recent article, in 2021 alone, there were 395 fatal crashes and an estimated 22,325 injury crashes in snowy or sleet conditions. To ensure your safety and that of others during winter driving, it's crucial to prepare both yourself and your [...]
As the air turns crisp and the holiday season approaches, the eagerly awaited High Country celebration is here once again - The Western Youth Network's annual Festival of Trees. From Tuesday, November 14 to Thursday, November 30, more than 120 beautifully adorned trees and wreaths will grace the business organizations and public spaces [...]
The Appalachian State University Homecoming game took an exciting turn this year as the Mountaineers rallied for a stunning 48-38 victory over Southern Mississippi. With Halloween weekend adding an extra layer of excitement to the festivities, fans were treated to an incredible display of football prowess. Led by quarterback Joey Aguilar's [...]
The Blowing Rock Art and History Museum recently played host to an enlightening discussion on the science behind predicting fall foliage in Southern Appalachia, featuring none other than Dr. Howard Neufeld, a distinguished professor of Biology at Appalachian State University. Dr. Neufeld's talk delved into the intriguing world of autumnal [...]
The Fire Rock Station in Vilas recently played host to a grand evening reception, a well-deserved tribute to the outstanding achievements of the Top 50 real estate agents in the High Country. This annual event, masterminded by Angela McLean, Senior Loan Officer at Movement Mortgage, marked its fifth consecutive year of celebrating the hard [...]
