Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University
Nov 2023
Western North Carolina’s clear skies offer plenty of sites to catch an amazing, unpolluted view of the cosmos. Check out these epic locations to view the night sky, along with tips and resources for stargazing hobbyists.

Nov 2023
Handcrafted string instruments from a Boone rock musician & woodworker

Jun 2022
A mountain man who led the way to our outdoor life

Aug 2021
High Country gallery shines in autumn group exhibition

Jun 2021
Meet Western North Carolina’s 2021 Olympic hopefuls—Manteo Mitchell and Abbey Cooper

Jun 2021
At Camp Catawba, boys found an artistic escape from a world in turmoil

Jun 2021
Earl B. Hunter Jr.’s Black Folks Camp Too builds bridges to the outdoors

Jun 2021
During a year of racial reckoning, public symbols have been renamed and removed

Mar 2021
Around the region, explore distinctly different visual exhibits, from Warhol to Appalachia and beyond

Dec 2020
For all of its storm and stress, 2020 proved to be a watershed for WNC authors, with a wave of them publishing particularly notable titles

Dec 2020
ASU’s Hayes School of Music offers a virtual holiday concert

Sep 2020
A return to an old-fashioned logging method means a healthy future for our forests

Sep 2020
Standout stories from regional lore that confound and fascinate with each retelling

Feb 2020
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! FROM FOOD AND DRINK FÊTES TO CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS AND MUSICAL BLOWOUTS...

Oct 2019
Boone's Master Potter

Oct 2019
After 81 years since its debut, Boone’s Appalachian Theatre reopens for its best encore yet

Aug 2019
Pumpkins are a hallmark of autumn, but jack-o’-lanterns are just the beginning of the fall fun. Make the most of the season with an idyllic outing to a u-pick patch for the perfect specimens, décor inspiration using fanciful heirloom gourds, and a delish take on a pumpkin pie that’s as nice as sugar and spice.

Aug 2019
25 fall foliage adventures that are big on color and light on crowds

Aug 2019
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Apr 2019
Local podcasts to queue up now

Feb 2019
The Boone-based nonprofit Wine to Water combats the international water crisis

Dec 2018
Locals, especially, can confirm Western North Carolina holds a wealth of riches. From natural wonders and cultural treasures to splurge-worthy experiences, the indulgences afforded in our mountains are, in many ways, priceless.

Oct 2018
Appalachia Cookie Company’s 30 Thirty Project helps feed the hungry

Jun 2018
Author Charles Frazier on his local roots, Cold Mountain, and his latest work

Apr 2018
Outrider USA crafts electric adventure vehicles in Fletcher

Dec 2017
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Dec 2017
Chill out with outdoor activities as well as indoor fun and games

Aug 2017
App State’s new HOW Space is the university’s latest evolution in innovative, interdisciplinary education

Aug 2017
Local jewelry designers—each with a unique skill set and expression of style—are making one-of-a-kind adornments and wearable works of art worth treasuring forever

Jun 2017
Food & Beverage

Jun 2017
Parks & Rec

Jun 2017
Technology

Jun 2017
Business

Feb 2017
Serious scientific fun for young students

Feb 2017
Proper serves basic Southern staples using simple, fresh ingredients

Dec 2016
Art for the sake of a greater good drives Boone artist Sir Tom Foolery

Oct 2016
Fermentation groups bubble up in WNC

Aug 2016
A solar-powered race car revs up at Appalachian State University

Aug 2016
Five local inventors who are changing the world, one innovation at a time

Jun 2016
Boone’s Appalachian Theatre is headed for a multipurpose artistic revival