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May 31, 2007 issue

Wind Matters:
Grandfather Mountain’s Anemometer Repaired and Approved

For years, residents of the High Country have heard about the high wind speeds recorded at Grandfather Mountain, but some scientists disputed their credibility because of the placement of the mountain’s anemometer, a wind gauge. (Full Story)

Boone’s best – ok only – aboveground underground art venue, the Nth Gallery & Studios turns 10 years old this Friday, and you’re invited to help celebrate! (Full Story)

Petitioners Celebrate Victory in
Sugar Mountain Annexation Case

Petitioners in the long-running case against annexation by the Village of Sugar Mountain along Highways 184 and 105S are celebrating a Superior Court judgment in their favor. (Full Story)

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1451st First Sergeant Doss Reflects on Latest Iraq Tour

Free Health Clinic Can Keep Its Doors Open Watauga Board of Commissioners Grants Request for $5,620

Local Interagency Coordinating Council Serves Special Needs Children and Their Families

Calling All Pilots: Avery County’s Morrison Field Is Ready for You

Mercury in Pisces: Not a Horoscope Watauga Lake Listed on Fish Consumption Advisory

Spaces Still Open For Arts Council’s Summer Arts Camp and Missoula Children’s Theatre

Cruisin’ and Jammin’ in Blowing Rock Friday

Hit the Trail with National Trail Days This Weekend

Helping Children Change Their Lives—One at a Time

Serenity Farm Poker Run Fundraiser June 16

The Crossnore School Offers Special Attractions at Heritage Festival Friday and Saturday

A Small town with Big Dreams: Crossnore School Outdoor Drama Recaptures Sloop Story

Summer Reading Programs Begin at Area Libraries in June

Hunger & Health Coalition Teams with Restaurants for Food Share Day

Relay for Life Team Fundraisers 2007

High Country Conservancy Seeks Donations to Protect Scenic Area in Valle Crucis

BREMCO Holds Annual Membership Meeting June 9

Honoring Our Soldiers’ Sacrifice

Pretty in Pink Fashion Show and Luncheon Fundraiser June 5

Special One-Day-Only Offer: Male Cat Neuter Day June 14

Watauga County Democrats Present Home and Garden Tour June 30

Blowing Rock Hospital Presents The Healthy Living Fair June 29

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Community News

Community Features

US Forest Service Continues Additional Scenery Analysis on Globe Project

Decision Expected by Late Summer or Early Fall Rumors have circulated in the High Country that a decision has been reached on the proposed Globe timber harvest. According to Terry Seyden, public affairs officer for the U.S. Forest Service, those rumors are unfounded. (Full Story)

Farmers’ Market Weekly Update

Watauga Habitat for Humanity Needs Volunteers for Women’s Build

Rivergirl Brings Fishing Back to Todd

Odd-Man-Out Moon—Blue Moon Ritual Friday Evening

Woodland Owner Short Course Begins June 1

Avery and Watauga Arts Councils Announce Quilt Trails Project

Free Health Clinic Can Keep Its Doors Open Watauga Board of Commissioners Grants Request for $5,620

A Small town with Big Dreams: Crossnore School Outdoor Drama Recaptures Sloop Story

Summer Reading Programs Begin at Area Libraries in June

Business Spotlight of the Week

Serenity Day Spa

Valle Country Fair Grant Applications Deadline June 15

Workshops at Carlton Gallery for Artists and Aspiring Artists Begin in June

ARDI Leadership Summit June 11

Second Annual Short Course for Private Landowners Begins June 1

Watauga Medical Center Presents
Baby Day Camp June 2

Banner House Museum Opening Celebration June 30

Extreme Dance Camp July 16 to 20

Backyard Conservation Workshop Series Begins June 15

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Events & Entertainment

Boone in June

Take out your calendars; the summer entertainment season officially begins on Friday, June 1, and your schedule will be packed with free music, outdoor activities and loads of special events until the cold winds start blowing again. (Full Story)