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Running back depth a spotlight factor for App State football
BOONE, N.C. (WLOS) -- Football is at its best with a balanced attack of a great passing game and running game, and Mountaineer football has just that. "I think our running back room is spectacular," said offensive coordinator, Frank Ponce. "You have Kanye, Anderson, Haywood, and the young guys, we...
Six App State faculty members earn Walker College of Business professorships
BOONE, N.C. — Six faculty members at Appalachian State University have been appointed to professorships in the Walker College of Business, and four have been reappointed to second terms. Professorships recognize faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding performance in instruction, service or scholarly activities. The recipients receive a salary...
Roan Mountain community garden provides fresh produce for veterans
Roan Mountain, Tenn. (WJHL)- It’s a labor of love at the community garden in Roan Mountain. “We applied for plots that we could grow fresh, organic vegetables to provide to veterans and food crisis so that they’re not eating out of a box or a can,” said Greg Jenkins, the founder of the American Veterans […]
App State students settle into Boone campus residence halls for fall 2024
BOONE, N.C. — What started as a quiet Tuesday morning on Aug. 13 turned into a day of bustling excitement as first-year and returning Mountaineer students moved into their residence halls on Appalachian State University’s Boone campus, in preparation for the first day of fall 2024 classes on Monday, Aug. 19.
Ashlee Yepez’s Journey at Watauga Humane Society Lead Her to Position as Director of Operations
Ashlee Yepez started her journey at Watauga Humane Society 11 years ago as a valued member of the kennel team. After several months, she quickly realized she had a lot more to offer and set out to soak in all the knowledge she could. She absolutely loves to learn, so any downtime she had was spent around the front desk soaking it all in and helping on busy days. From there, it snowballed, and she quickly found herself cross-trained in almost every department.
Hot or Cold: The Appalachian predicts Football Season
With many key players returning and a weaker conference schedule, the Mountaineers should be able to reclaim the Sun Belt Title in 2024. On the other hand, they also have non-conference matchups with two juggernauts, Liberty and Clemson, which on paper should both result in losses. In the end, they will give up a loss in a tough environment on the road in Marshall and to the Tigers and Flames.
Sun Belt Preview: Appalachian State, Texas State picked as favorites as season arrives
Appalachian State is looking to add another major achievement in the Sun Belt Conference this season. Maybe more than one. Like another conference title. And perhaps a spot in the expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff. Appalachian State was picked to win the Sun Belt’s East Division in preseason selections, led...
New Real Estate Rules Set To Begin This Weekend
CHARLOTTE, NC –Buyer’s beware. New rules could cost you more when purchasing a home. “There are going to be some houses that a buyer simply cannot afford because they can’t pay their own buyer agent fee,” said Janet Thoern. The way it used to be was...
Watch: Hurricane Ernesto’s swell causes North Carolina house to collapse into ocean
Video taken Friday from North Carolina’s Outer Banks showed a house falling into the Atlantic Ocean. Scenes of unoccupied homes collapsing have become a common sight along the coastline due to severe erosion.
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 75th “Spirit of Boone” Annual Membership Gathering Sept. 12
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite you to our highly anticipated “Spirit of Boone” Annual Meeting, a celebration of our community’s vibrant spirit and shared accomplishments over the past year. This event is more than just a gathering—it’s an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the growth and prosperity of our beloved Boone community.
North Carolina man charged in Smyth County deputy murder dies in hospital
SMYTH COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A North Carolina man charged with the murder of a Smyth County deputy has died. According to a release from the Commonwealth Attorney of Smyth County Phillip Blevins, Timothy Wayne Goodman, 65, died at the Johnson City Medical Center on Friday morning. On Aug. 9, Deputy Hunter Reedy was fatally […]
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