Founded in 1950, WATA is the High Country’s favorite for Local News, Talk and Sports. Live local talent includes mornings with Mark Norris from 6-9am M-F. WATA also broadcasts Brian Kilmeade 10:00am-1 ...

Johnson County Schools will be CLOSED on Monday February 23rd 2026. Avery County Schools will operate on a Remote Learning Day on Monday, February 23. Students should follow the instructions provided ...

Newland Christmas Tree Festival This year, we are happy to present the finest local and regional trees from the Fraser Fir Capital of the World, all lit up and sparkling along the Town Square ...

Doug Johnson, retired chief executive officer of Blue Ridge Energy, was recently presented with North Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine award, by Board President Jeff ...

The Blue Bear Music Festival takes place on 155 acres just outside of Boone. The event is rain or shine and features plenty of parking and camping options. GoBlueRidge.Net and High Country Radio is ...

service to benefit the High Country community. Throughout June, NRLP employees have participated in a series of service projects and outreach efforts that support local nonprofits and strengthen ties ...

insight to the review and selection process. Bigley devoted considerable time and care in evaluating each sculpture, carefully examining craft, technique, conceptual message, and visual impact. His ...

Lamb Cuddles | Land of Milk and Honey Farm, Deep Gap NC Enjoy a 1-hour session of lamb cuddle/admire/interact time in an ENCLOSED BARN. Lambs are in one large pen with bathroom provided in barn.

Newland, N.C. – Last week, the Toe River Health District was notified of an individual with possible active tuberculosis (TB) in Avery County, later confirmed positive. Our staff immediately developed ...

Closing Saturday, Jan 24 at 2:00 P.M. Completely Closed on Sunday, Jan 25 Reopening Monday, Jan 26 at 10:00 A.M.

Cookies with Claus Beech Mountain Join us at 10am for cookies, crafts and story time with Santa Claus. If you need more information please give us a call at 828-387-3003. GoBlueRidge.Net and High ...

Blowing Rock Farmers Market Blowing Rock Antiques Parking Lot, Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock from 2-6pm Join us in Downtown Blowing Rock for the finest in fresh fruits, veggies, whole foods,eggs, honey, ...