Watauga Democrat

06/03/2026

“The concert series has introduced so many new people to Beech Mountain and the culture we have built here that is centered around family, community, sustainability, and outdoor recreation."

BEECH MOUNTAIN —While the Beech Mountain Resort has always featured a busy lineup of live music during the warmer months, it has really turned it up a notch in recent

06/03/2026

Water-based oil painter Lauren Ambrust, who draws inspiration from buildings and homes throughout Appalachia, and fiber artist Mary Bucy of the High Country Modern Quilters are the Edgewood Cottage Artists in Residence until June 7.

Water-based oil painter Lauren Ambrust, who draws inspiration from buildings and homes throughout Appalachia, and fiber artist Mary Bucy of the High Country Modern Quilters are the Edgewood Cottage Artists

06/03/2026

"I feel blessed that all Mast Store locations are hosting active land conservation groups. The work these partners do touches our lives every day in ways we can visibly see and in ways that we still benefit from,”

WATAUGA — On Land Trust Day, Saturday, June 6, Mast General Store locations across the region will donate 20% of their sales to partnering local conservancies. The Original Mast Store,

06/03/2026

Residents and visitors can explore local art, connect with artists, experience live music, and attend special events across multiple locations.

BOONE — Downtown Boone will come alive on Friday, June 5th, as First Friday Art Crawl returns with an evening of art, music, and community. Coordinated by the Watauga Arts

06/03/2026

The Wilkes County Moonshiners college wooden bat baseball team enters the 2026 season with a lot of momentum.

MILLERS CREEK — The Wilkes County Moonshiners college wooden bat baseball team enters the 2026 season with a lot of momentum.

06/03/2026

“Honestly, I'm really excited. Obviously, the scoreboard didn't show it, but I think we got a lot of talent on this team and I think this is gonna be a really fun group to watch.”

BOONE — The Boone Bigfoots received a rough welcome in their season opener on Thursday night during an 11-1 loss to the Asheboro Zookeepers at Beaver Field inside Jim and

06/03/2026

“Protecting access to this site was the original reason Blue Ridge Conservancy was formed, and Access Fund understands its importance among bouldering locations in the Southeast.”

BOONE — Access Fund, a national advocacy organization dedicated to creating and protecting access to rock climbing areas, honored Blue Ridge Conservancy with the 2025 Land Conservation Award in March,

06/03/2026

“I love this town, and I want to be a part of making difficult decisions, while also supporting our local residents,” Ball said. “I feel I am motivated by service and not status.”

BOONE — Anitra Ball was officially sworn in to serve as a member of the Boone Town Council during most recent meeting.

06/03/2026

“To be invited to represent Appalachian culture and our mountain community during America’s 250th celebration is something truly special."

BOONE — Appalachian Rhythm Clogging & Dance will take its mountain traditions to the nation’s capital this July 4th, performing in the National Independence Day Parade as part of America’s

06/03/2026

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