Boone, NC Named #4 Fastest Growing Small Towns by Forbes

Boone, NC ranked #4 in Forbes.com's list of The Fastest-Growing Small Towns. According to the site, Boone's 2007 Population of 44,541 has grown 14.67% to 51,079 people. See the other towns that made the list here: http://www.forbes.com/pictures/egim45eehm/4-boone-nc/

I think we can all agree that Boone has grown so much in the past 10 years, even. This brings us to a fun question -- What brought you to this neck of the beautiful Appalachian Mountains? Was it the small-town feel? The hiking trails, rock climbing, lakes, or ski slopes? Appalachian State?

Tell us your story!

Hickory Teen Selected to be in Macy's Parade

Fred T. Foard High School Freshman Mary McKenzie was selected to be a Cheerleader in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City by the Universal Cheer Association.
To read the full Hickory Daily Record article please follow the link: Area teen selected to be in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade


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Watauga High School's Got Jungle Fever: Homecoming 2010

Watauga High School’s Got Jungle Fever: Homecoming 2010
By: Katy Cook

The Jungle came to life at the new Watauga High School this past week as the students listened to the call of the wild and readied themselves for Homecoming. Spirit Week included daily themes where the students were able to get creative and dress up to show their school spirit. 

Monday- Twin Day
Tuesday- 80's Workout
Wednesday- Mystical
Thursday- Jungle Fever
Friday- Class Day
Seniors- Toga
Juniors- Lights Out
Sophomores- Comfy
Freshmen- Duct Tape

On Friday, the Homecoming parade rumbled from Horn in the West down through downtown Boone. Onlookers were able to see Mayor Loretta Clawson, Grand Marshal Leigh Wallace, the homecoming court, and various floats dedicated to clubs. Candy was shared with the spectators lining King Street and the Watauga High School Marching Band provided music. The parade was short, but sweet and exciting and packed full of school spirit!


That night, the Homecoming game was held at ASU’s Kidd Brewer Stadium due to technical difficulties with the light system at WHS. Seniors Cam Haas and Jessie Nash were named Homecoming King and Queen and were crowned during half-time. The Pioneers lost their Homecoming game to Alexander Central of Taylorsville, NC 0-20, but their school spirit continued to shine. 


The Homecoming Dance wrapped up a thrilling week on Saturday evening. It marked the first school dance to be held at the new Watauga High School. The students dressed up for a night of fun and dancing in a gym that looked like a page straight out of The Jungle Book. All in all, the 2010 Homecoming Week was a huge success and the students were finally able to unleash their wild side on the new Watauga High School. 

Photos by Victoria Potter Photography

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