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U.S. trees are exploding in brilliantly colorful fall foliage this year in many regions, thanks to stellar growing conditions and excellent temperatures, say experts.
Ribbon cutting to recognize wind turbine
From The Mountain Times : The Renewable Energy Initiative of Appalachian State University is holding its official ribbon-cutting event on Nov.
Teen Accused In Deadly Hickory Hit-And-Run Appears In Court 2 hrs ago
For the first time, family members of a hit-and-run victim got a chance to see the teenager accused of driving drunk along Highway 321 and killing their loved one last month.
Knights sweep Warhorse Classic
Published: Friday, October 30, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 8:08 p.m. The North Henderson High School Marching Band traveled to Owen High School Saturday to compete in the Owen High School Warhorse Classic Marching Competition.
You've heard it before but it's worth repeating: Staying healthy means staying active.
Ghost stories come alive at twilight
Published: Friday, October 30, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 8:02 p.m. Special to the Times-News Some say that tragedy was inevitable for May, when she broke an old mountain tradition on the night that she met her future husband.
Alumnus, classical guitarist is 'one of a kind'
Classical guitarist Matt Palmer is one of a kind. Combining the soul of an artist, the technical virtuosity of the highest caliber and a heightened sense of musicality, Palmera s uniqueness is also his greatest strength.
North Drive student earns $20,000 ASU scholarship
Dr. Anthony Calamai, left, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University, presents North Drive Elementary fourth-grader Alize Wright with a $20,000 scholarship to the university.
Draughn, Earnest square off in race for Dobson's mayor post
Kenneth Earnest, 58, resides on Pine Street in Dobson. He grew up in Surry County.
New State Farm Agency in the Arden and Fletcher area
Daniel Jensen has opened a new State Farm Agency, offering auto, home, renters, life and health insurance along with other financial services.
Randy Warren Smith, 46, of Black Mountain, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2009.
Paul Alexander Ervin Memorial Scholarship
You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Thursday, Oct 22, 2009 Here is some greatA information on how to support the Paul Alexander Ervin Memorial Scholarship If you are interested in supporting, please make your contributions payable to Appalachian State University Foundation and indicate that the gift is for the Alex Ervin ...
Catawba County's band of brothers
Kermit Caldwell, the oldest brother, graduated from Wake Forest University after the war.
ASU student killed in hit-and-run
A 22-year-old Hickory woman who was a graduate student at Appalachian State University died early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run while walking along U.S. 321 North near Interstate 40, authorities said.
Education: Graduate of Western Alamance High in Burlington, N.C.; attended Appalachian State University; graduate of Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Occupation: Owner of furniture revival service Elected political experience: Town councilman since 2005 Current membership in community organizations: Friarsgate Residential ...
For Paul White, the album that did it was John Coltrane's "Giant Steps." White was an undergraduate student at Appalachian State University when a roommate put the record on.
Edwards takes full advantage of fellowship
As a science teacher, Jeff Edwards struggled with teaching his students how to read a textbook.
ASU Student Teacher Faces Charges; Says It's "Misunderstanding"--WSJ
A student teacher from Appalachian State University has been charged with taking indecent liberties and engaging in a sexual act with a student at East Wilkes High School, where he had been working, officials said yesterday.
Appalachian State University officials are warning residents of a possible scam.
Residents of the Greater Buena Vista Neighborhoods recently organized a weeklong food drive to benefit The Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina.
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