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Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season
Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season

Boone Area Sports Commission joins the Squatchy Sponsorship Family for Historic Season Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted04/1/2021


Now Accepting Nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards
Now Accepting Nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now taking nominations for the 5th Annual 4 Under 40 Awards to recognize emerging leaders in the High County. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted03/5/2021


Returning to In-Person Instruction: Update from Watauga County Schools
Returning to In-Person Instruction: Update from Watauga County Schools

Dr. Scott Elliott, Superintendent for Watauga County Schools, responds to call from state to return to in-person instruction. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted02/5/2021


BACC Announces 2020 Watauga County Businesses of the Year
BACC Announces 2020 Watauga County Businesses of the Year

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its winners of the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. The winners were unveiled on Thursday, January 28th, 2021 during the 5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Event, presented by Peak Insurance Group. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted01/28/2021


5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff
5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff

Playing to a televised audience of Watauga County business leaders, the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce presented the 5th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff, Thursday, January 28th, from the stage of the historic Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. The event was presented by... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted01/28/2021


Super-Panel of Local Experts Address COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
Super-Panel of Local Experts Address COVID-19 Vaccine Questions

Recap of the COVID-19 Vaccine Community Q & A held on January 12th, 2021 with experts from AppHealthCare, Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, Boone Drug INC., Blue Ridge Pediatrics, and Watauga County Schools. Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted01/12/2021


2020 By the Numbers
2020 By the Numbers

A New Years Message from David Jackson, President/CEO Continue Reading

Postedby Katie Greene (deleted)
Date posted12/31/2020


Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Recognized by Watauga County Community Foundation
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Recognized by Watauga County Community Foundation

Watauga County Community Foundation awards 2020 Spirit of Philanthropy Award to the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. Continue Reading

Postedby Colby Martin
Date posted12/15/2020


Chamber Announces 2020 Community Award Winners
Chamber Announces 2020 Community Award Winners

A total of nine awards are being presented to local leaders and organizations that played a significant role in the High Country’s response to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted12/15/2020


New Member: Bent Tree Furniture
New Member: Bent Tree Furniture

Bent Tree Furniture is a boutique furniture store offering quality and one-of-a-kind pieces for every room of your home. With access to some of the most prominent furniture manufacturers in the country, we provide a wide range of furniture lines including Century, Universal, Maitland Smith,... Continue Reading

Postedby Wysteria White (deleted)
Date posted11/20/2020


New Member: New Peoples Bank
New Member: New Peoples Bank

New Peoples Bank is a community bank that offers a full range of banking and financial services focused primarily on individuals, small to medium size businesses, and the professional community. The Bank strives to serve the financial needs of its customers while developing personal, hometown... Continue Reading

Postedby Wysteria White (deleted)
Date posted11/20/2020


2021 Watauga Leadership Institute Courses Open For Registration
2021 Watauga Leadership Institute Courses Open For Registration

The 2021 slate of Watauga Leadership Institute courses are available for registration, including SOLO (Single Owner Leadership Odyssey) , a new offering that serves as a course designed for solo entrepreneurs. Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted11/10/2020