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Extraordinary Extremes
Although the cusp of High Country seasons is usually wrought with an eclectic mix of weather, the first day of spring (March 20) was met with extraordinary extremes. Inches of snow blanketed the High Country on Monday, coming just hours after two of the area's ski resorts had closed for the season. Temperatures are expected to feel more seasonable by the middle of next week, granting more early spring chances for residents to bask in the High Country sunshine.
Why Can’t Watauga County Get a Tag Office?
The former tag office was cited for misconduct and its contractor, James C. Hastings, who was not implicated in the investigation, was not allowed to reopen the office.
Real ID or Real Nightmare? Starting May 2008, You’ll Have To Have It
Quick, go ask a friend or neighbor what s/he thinks about Real ID. The chances are that your friend will have little or no idea what you’re talking about.
Small Farmers Raise Concerns About National Animal Identification System
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Community News
Four Banner Elk Firefighters Die in Boating Accident
Beloved Storyteller Jim Wolf Passes Away: Celebration of His Life Saturday
Learning Never Tasted So Good Wine Festival Features Cooking Classes
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Events & Entertainment
Lift Ticket
A new column about skiing and snowboarding in the High Country by Sam Calhoun.
Mountain Living
This week's issue of Mountain Living, Amy Cooke features a recipe for Tangerine Curd and Tangerine Cloud Pie.
Brewer’s Briefs:
Spotlighting live music in the High Country.
Don’t Forget! Upcoming Events
Library Hosts Hip Hop, Hunger Benefit This Weekend
Trout-Stocked Waters in Watauga County—2006
Trout Recipes From a Trout Expert
How To Get a Fishing License in the High Country
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