May 17, 2007 issue
TOP NEWS STORIES
Boone Crewmembers Give First Report From
John Smith 400 Project
Almost two months ago, High Country Press introduced readersto Austin Hall and Donald Dover, two of the three Boone residents chosen to be crewmembers on the 28-footshallop that is retracing Captain John Smith’s epic 1608 mapping voyage around the Chesapeake Bay. Last Friday, Hall and Dover called High Country Press from Virginia Beach, Va., where they were preparing—along with Boone resident Elizabeth Schale and 9 other
crewmembers from around the world—to leave on
their 121-day, 1,500-mile, 20-stop journey. (Full Story)
Avery Commissioners Enact a 90-Day Moratorium on
High-Impact Development
On Monday, May 14, the Avery County Board of Commissioners conducted a public hearing to consider a moratorium on high-impact development in Avery County, with special consideration given to the proposed rock quarry for Burleson Bald Mountain in Toe River Township. (Full Story)
What’s a Kid To Do?
Lots of Summer Enrichment Choices--
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Community News
Events & Entertainment
Mountain Pathways and Green Valley Park Host Mountain Valleyfest
Between the incredible music lineup, the canoe and kayak trips, the fire trucks, the children’s activities and the raffle, it’s going to be hard for folks to decide just what to do at the inaugural Mountain Valleyfest.
(Full Story)
Summer of Sports
No matter what sport your child favors, Appalachian is likely offering a summer camp that can provide the drill, instruction and confidence to help budding athletes take great leaps forward in their games. (Full Story)
Hobex Brings Southern Soul, Funk and Rock To Canyons May 25
Get Smarter This Summer with ASU Academic Summer Camps
MusicFest ‘n Sugar Grove Prepares for 10th Anniversary
Lewis & Clark Olde Fashioned Circus Comes to Boone Saturday and Sunday
Mountainhome Music Returns for the Summer Saturday
Mountain Top Promotions To Host Fine Arts & Crafts Show May 26 and 27
Immerse Yourself in the Watauga Lake Experience May 26 to 27
Valle Crucis Conference Center Presents Labyrinth Program Day May 21
Mel Jones and His Bag O’ Bones at Heritage Hall Saturday
Sing With the Jubilee Chorus—Rehearsals Begin May 28
ChickenFest 2007 Comes to North Wilkesboro May 25 and May 26
Health and Fun for the Young Festival June 2
Inaugural Asheville Music Jamboree Brings Music to Western N.C. June 1 to 3
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