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ARCHIVED: Thursday, Sept. 18

Fallen hiker rescued at Glen Burney

Blowing Rock Fire and Rescue responded to Glen Burney Falls where a hiker fell over the top of the falls and into the rocks below. The accident happened on Sunday when the hiker’s pet dog wandered of the pathway onto slick rocks and his owner, in an attempt to rescue him, slipped on the moss-covered rocks and fell over the falls. While the dog was not injured, his owner sustained head injuries, several broken bones, and possible internal injuries. He was conscious when rescue members loaded him into an ambulance to transport him to a helicopter at the Davant Athletic Field for transport to the Johnson City Trauma Center.

Wachovia economist to address Chamber

This year’s Annual Meeting for the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce will feature a keynote address from John Silva, Ph. D., Chief Economist for Wachovia Bank at 6:30pm on Tuesday, September 23 at the Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock.  Dr. Silvia’s portion of the program is open to the general public and all are invited to attend.   Read the Full Story

Second City: Two Shows at Hayes Center

When Saturday Night Live! came to television many years ago it presented an opportunity for comics to have and develop their own stage. But would it fly with the public! Read the Full Story

Lawrence Honored By COG

On Sept. 5, the High Country Council of Governments (Region D) held its annual awards banquet to recognize outstanding contributions and achievements by elected officials, local government employees, and advisory committee members.

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Ghost Train Rides Again

Tweetsie Railroad’s Ghost Train® Halloween Festival is celebrating its 19th season and you don’t want to miss the howling excitement.

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