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App State fans storm the court after beating Auburn, 69-64, at home on national TV.
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App State Football arrives back to Boone after defeating No. 6 Texas A&M on Saturday.
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Boone Saloon No. 5 in PBR sales worldwide
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“App really has changed my whole life,” Myquon Stout said. “I came here 18 years old not knowing what to expect in life ... I'm leaving a 22-year-old man.”
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The Wake Forest at App State game is tomorrow. There has been one message on the Kidd Brewer Stadium video board all week.
#BeatWake
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BREAKING: An Appalachian State student has died with COVID-19, according to reports from his friends, former school system and travel basketball team.
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Hundreds are gathered on King Street in front of the Watauga County Courthouse for the Justice Walk to protest injustice and inequality and to remember George Floyd. Photo by
@mosbren
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Laura Barry hired to coach WHS boys' basketball program
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App State football defensive coordinator Dale Jones has left the program, App State announced Monday.
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The 2022 North Carolina U.S. Senate primary is heating up as Boone starts to see visits from Senate contenders. State Sen. Jeff Jackson stopped at Brookshire Park in Boone on June 26 as part of his 100 town halls in 100 county tour.
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The Appalachian State Board of Trustees unanimously approved a motion allowing the athletics department to pursue beer and wine permitting for all its stadiums, including Kidd Brewer Stadium and the Holmes Center, during a July 25 special meeting.
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Wilks played defensive back at App State from 1987-91 and was the defensive backs coach for App State in 2001. He graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in communications, according to App State.
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Board of Trustees extend Gillin's contract
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BREAKING: Appalachian State University Chancellor Sheri Everts has announced her resignation, effective April 19.
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For the first time in school history, the No. 1 Watauga High School girl's basketball team is going to the Final Four of the 4A state playoffs with a 50-38 win over No. 4 Myers Park.
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The Tennessee Titans selected Appalachian State running back Darrynton Evans with the 29th pick in the third round of the NFL draft is the 93rd pick overall
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Appalachian State kicker Michael Hughes launched a crowdfunding campaign on June 15 to help a total stranger fight her stage four breast cancer.
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Beginning this Saturday, June 20, face coverings will be required to be worn by all persons in establishments open to the public in the town of Boone, with some exceptions, after a 3-2 vote of the Boone Town Council on June 16.
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BREAKING: App State has beat No. 18 JMU, 26-23, in overtime.
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The deep voice of Golden Globe nominated actor Sam Elliott could be heard by millions of people after the Super Bowl as he talked about a local Boone treasure: Foggy Pine Books. "I get to keep having my dream store," Ruthless said.
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App State's Armanti Edwards is being enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame.
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Standing next to his wife, Charles Haynes was sworn in as the new Watauga County Clerk of Superior Court on June 1 at the Watauga County Court House.
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The plans show the Sheetz would be built at the corner of New Market and East King Street.
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“To everything there is a season and a purpose under Heaven. My season here has been a pure blessing to both my family and me, and our service in the school system will be something for which we are forever grateful and immensely proud."
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App State's Clark promoted to assistant head football coach
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WHS spring sports seniors honored with banners in downtown Boone
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North Carolina artist Scott Nurkin is nearing the completion of a mural depicting father-and-son music legends Doc and Merle Watson in downtown Boone.
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The WCSO confirmed the names of the two officers who received gunshot wounds at the beginning of the situation. Sergeant Chris Ward died after being flown to John City Medical Center, while K-9 Deputy Logan Fox's status is unknown.
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"The High Country is a special place, I'm thrilled to partner with others to create a first class experience for families and teams alike."
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The university has announced a member of the App State football team has died.
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Miller Hill to be regraded, moved closer to KBS field in 2020
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App State team captain and former Watauga High School football player Jackson Greene, a safety and special teams standout, is one of 73 nominees for the Burlsworth Trophy that goes to the outstanding FBS player who began his career as a walk-on.
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App State has hired Frank Ponce to rejoin head coach Shawn Clark's staff as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, Clark announced Monday.
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BREAKING: The Watauga Board of Education unanimously voted on July 28 to modify its 2x3 flex-type schedule originally chosen for the fall, and to postpone in-person instruction for most students for at least nine weeks.
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Pending approval by the App State Board of Trustees, App State will have no evening parking permit requirements for the coming academic year, and no permit will be required to park on campus after 5 p.m. on weeknights or on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Valle Crucis teacher awarded Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
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Record-setting, title-winning App State quarterback Armanti Edwards is included on the 2024 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in his first eligible year.
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The Watauga County Sheriff's Office has a new SWAT vehicle.
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Shawn Clark officially named App State football head coach
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Watauga County Schools Superintendent Scott Elliott announced that all WCS schools will dismiss early on May 6 to allow students and staff members to participate in the memorial service for Watauga County Sheriff’s deputies Sgt. Chris War.
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Anderson Castle is a local legend in Watauga County. He now has a chance to build on his legacy as one of the top returning running backs at Appalachian State heading into this season.
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Greene, who earned a management degree while maintaining a 3.72 GPA, and Wilson, who earned an undergraduate degree as a double major in management and supply chain management while maintaining a 3.61 GPA, are both Academic All-America finalists.
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"Between his teaching roles and coaching roles, the number of lives touched by Coach Neff are countless. He loved coaching, and he loved athletics, but more importantly, the kids and families that he worked with loved him."
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Thomas to start at quarterback against Texas State
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The community lined the streets in the afternoon on Friday, April 30, to honor two fallen law enforcement officers, whose bodies were escorted back to Boone.
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The Town of Boone is honoring a local icon with his own day of recognition.
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The Boone Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying two suspects who allegedly stole the blow-up chicken in front of Zaxby's.
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"I once asked Steve why he loved high school sports so much. He said, ‘because it’s still pure.’ And that is what I will always remember about Steve’s writing and his love of youth sports. It was pure.”
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"I'm excited to get back to the mountain," Howard said. "I always say I was born in Georgia, but I did most of my growing up in Boone. My wife and I are excited to be back as part of the App community."
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Panthers sign former App State lineman Parker Collins
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WHS automotive instructor named a finalist for nationwide prize
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Watauga Rescue Chief Randy Collins dies: 'Up to the time of his passing, he served with pride and passion to serve the community in which he lived.'
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The
@WataugaHSWBB
team received a police escort as they left the high school today for the 4A Final Four game in Winston Salem! Good luck!
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The Watauga County Board of Education has named Watauga High School Principal Chris Blanton as the district’s next assistant superintendent effective July 1.
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A teenager that was reported missing in Mecklenburg County may be heading to Ashe County, according to information provided by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC).
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CHAMPIONS: For the first time in recent memory, the Watauga High School boys basketball team are the Northwestern 3A/4A Conference Tournament champs after beating Alexander Central, 63-56. Stay tuned for the full story later tonight.
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Ivey named interim head football coach at Appalachian State
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“Growing up as a very small group of minorities in Boone ... seeing all these allies come out today and show their voice and make it known that they are here with us has been kind of overwhelming and heartwarming to see how many people care."
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“I need to thank the school that I just left, Appalachian State University,” Scott Satterfield said. “It’s where I’ve spent 23 years as a player, as an assistant coach and a head coach. We had great success there."
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Castle commits to Appalachian State: Will update
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Fifth time was the charm for Appalachian FC, who got their first win in club history Saturday, June 5, with a 3-1 demolition of Metro Louisville FC at the Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex.
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Only the sound of the wind and the clomping of the horse-drawn caisson could be heard near the Holmes Convocation Center on May 6, as the funeral service took place for late Watauga County Sheriff's Office deputies Chris Ward and Logan Fox.
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“If they are the best players, they are going to play. It doesn’t matter if they are from Watauga or Ashe or Fort Lauderdale, Florida,” App State football coach Shawn Clark said.
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Hundreds of students are camped out on Sanford Mall ahead of
@CollegeGameDay
. The “pit” opens at 5:30 a.m. and the show goes from 9 a.m. to noon.
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“I would like to commend our officers for their quick actions and preventing a potential mass shooting here in Boone. This was obviously a dangerous situation. We are grateful to the citizen who saw this suspicious activity and called us."
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One of King’s Street’s newest businesses will be a familiar favorite for many local restaurant-goers.
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Watauga High School junior basketball star Kate Sears will continue her athletic career at Virginia Tech, she announced via a video on her social media pages Monday evening.
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"Dr. Elliott has a passion for helping people that is understood and appreciated by everyone," Henries said. "He believes very deeply in what he does and it shows.”
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Brooke Byrd named to West All-Star team
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Farthing named NWC Player of the Year, Allan named top defensive player
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Scot Sloan, who helped App State Football rise to prominence in its transition from the FCS to FBS ranks, is returning to Boone as defensive coordinator, head coach Shawn Clark announced Friday.
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Rebekah Farthing named NWC's top overall volleyball player
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Watauga County Schools Chief Academic Officer and longtime employee Tamara Stamey died a month after she retired from the school system. After her passing, friends and coworkers remember her impact on the school system and their own lives.
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Clifton Duck has signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers
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A touching tribute to longtime Watauga Democrat sports reporter Steve Behr in the App State press box at today’s game. Behr covered sports in Watauga County for more than 20 years. He passed away in early September.
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Watauga's volleyball team claims NWC championship
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CHAMPIONS: The Watauga High School girls basketball team has won the Northwest 3A/4A Tournament for the third straight year after beating Hibriten, 68-46. Stay tuned for the full recap later tonight.
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The news comes hours after App State knocked off the No. 6 team in the country — Texas A&M — 17-14 on Saturday, Sept. 10.
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Watauga County Schools named its 2020-21 Teachers of the Year from each of its nine schools. The WCS district-wide Teacher of the Year will be announced later this month after a selection process.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have selected Appalachian State linebacker Akeem Davis Gaither with the first pick of the fourth round in the NFL draft
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The Bigfoots ended their season on Saturday with a bang. After scheduling issues cut their season shorter than expected, their opponents for their final game pulled out, leaving the Bigfoots to play themselves in what turned out to be a grand finale.
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In a heartfelt announcement, Boone Bagelry, a beloved local institution, has changed ownership after 35 years of serving the community.
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Former App State wrestler donates $85,000 to program
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Along with approving the retirement of Superintendent Scott Elliott, the Watauga County Board of Education approved the retirements of two other Central Office leadership team members.
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"Since the start of the pandemic, grace and flexibility has been our constant refrain, and our graduation ceremony really showed that our community has a great deal of both," Elliott said.
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The
#WataugaDemocrat
spoke with
@JimCantore
about the incoming winter weather Boone is predicted to experience throughout the weekend. Be on the lookout for the story this afternoon.
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“We just want a seat at the table, to be able to sit down and discuss things that are best for us to negotiate policies that are in our best interest as well as the company,” said Olivia Lewis, Boone Starbucks employee.
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The No. 1 Watauga High School girl's basketball team is advancing to the Sweet 16 of the 4A state playoffs after coming back from down by as many as 15 points against No. 16 North Mecklenburg Friday night.
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Gillin named Director of Athletics of the year
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Santa (Boone Master Police Officer Glen Kornhauser) joined Hardin Park students today to direct after-school traffic on their last day of school before winter break. Other Boone Police officers handed out candy to students.
@boonepolice
@HardinPark_WCS
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Watauga's Jaiden Bond to walk-on at Western Carolina
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App State to require face coverings on campus
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Some snowy scenes from around Boone today. What's it look like in your neck of the woods? Merry Christmas from the Watauga Democrat!
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Jim Cantore, Weather Channel crew stop in Boone for winter storm
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FINAL: Watauga wins their sixth straight with a 67-14 road win at St. Stephens.
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The Doc and Merle Watson in downtown Boone is now complete.
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"In my mind, I was just out running the football,” Castle said. “It was definitely a different level, but still it was the same thing I’ve always done. I just had to run hard and take care of the football.”
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When he ran out to kick an extra point against Alexander Central on Friday, Oct. 8, it had been a long time since Watauga senior Carter Everett had seen the field.
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Fire departments from all across the county joined the procession for former Watauga County Assistant Fire Marshal and Cove Creek Firefighter Jay Kerley. The funeral is at 3 p.m. today at Alliance Bible Fellowship.
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App State, Appalachian Mountain Brewery launch Yosef Golden Ale
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