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Crimestoppers seek car thief, assault suspect

Watauga County Crimestoppers and the Boone Police Department request the community’s help in identifying the persons responsible for several separate incidents last week.

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Hawksnest Ski Expansion to be discussed

Lenny Cottom’s proposed expansion of Hawksnest Ski Resort will be discussed at tonight’s Board of Adjustment meeting.

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Contracts to be settled tonight

Tonight’s the night several Avery County fire departments have been waiting for- contract discussions.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Crowds

Black Bear Books in Boone was the place to be midnight Friday. Just ask the muggles and wizards- it was a full house for the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

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Georgia plant blamed in Chili sauce botulism outbreak An Augusta, Georgia plant had a production problem two months ago- and officials believe it to be responsible for a botulism outbreak in selected cans of chili sauce.
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Jury leaned towards Not Guilty

The murder trial of Sawmills dairy farmer Jerry Anderson ended Friday in a mistrial- and that may have been good news for prosecutors.

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Commissioner resigns as President of Christian Action League Cabarrus County commissioner Coy C. Privette has resigned as president of the Christian Action League after being served charges related to prostitution.
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Carolina West Wireless Expansion Leading wireless and data service provider Carolina West Wireless announced its expansion into four additional counties in western North Carolina. Carolina West has been serving northwestern North Carolina for over sixteen years.
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Land use plan for West Jefferson The Town of West Jefferson Planning Board is developing the town’s first land use plan.
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Federal Minimum Wage to raise Tuesday The federal minimum wage will increase on Tuesday to $5.85.
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