A day-by-day listing of everything Boone Source published in September 2026, newest first. Every headline links to the full article.
September 30
- Mountaineer Women's Tennis Reaches Multiple Finals at Bedford Cup
- RISE Caldwell-Watauga Highlighted for Connecting Students to Local Careers
- Governor Unveils Long-Term Economic Recovery Plan for Western North Carolina
- 48th Valle Country Fair Set to Benefit High Country Charities
- Search Continues for Kim Ashby Two Years After Hurricane Helene
- Mountaineer Field Hockey Falls in Two Close Ohio Road Contests
- Mountaineers Extend Unbeaten Streak, Share Sun Belt Lead After Old Dominion Tie
- Creston Man Arrested After Warrensville Motorcycle Pursuit, K9 Locates Methamphetamine
- “pink Slime” Publication Targets App State with Record Requests
September 29
- Blue Ridge Parkway Section Reopened After Major Rehabilitation Project
- Man Arrested in Boone Hit-And-Run Seriously Injuring Two Pedestrians
- Mountaineers Secure Back-To-Back Volleyball Wins Against Old Dominion
- Mountaineers Extend Winning Streak with 2-0 Victory Over Louisiana Tech
- App State SGA Emphasizes Life Preparation at Inaugural Success Banquet
- App State's Fourth-Quarter Rally Falls Short Against NC State
- Fatal Collision on US 421 in Zionville Claims Tennessee Woman's Life
September 28
- NCDOT Unveils New Online Tool for Tracking State Transportation Projects
- Grandfather Mountain Experiences Standard August 2026 Weather
- Grandfather Mountain Kicks Off Annual Fall Color Rambles This October
- Blowing Rock Council Approves New Stop Signs, Waterline Projects Underway
- The Return of the Tuscan Mom Aesthetic: a Look Back at Early 2000s Style and Its Soundtrack
September 27
- App State Students Gain No-Cost Access to Canva Pro Design Tools
- Helene Recovery Funding Tops $7.5 Billion Two Years On
- App State Biology Department Kicks Off Annual Bioblitz to Map Campus Biodiversity
- Forest Service Reopens Extensive Trail Network After Hurricane Helene Damage
- Author Kate Quinn Stresses Libraries' Crucial Role at App State Talk
September 26
September 25
- North Carolina Voters to Consider Three State Constitutional Amendments This November
- Western NC Still Rebuilding Two Years After Hurricane Helene
- Touch a Truck Wilkes Draws Thousands for Career Exploration
- Jefferson's Foster-Tyson Park Secures State Grant for Upgrades
- State Allocates $5 Million for Western NC Small Business Recovery, Governor to Be Honored in Boone
September 24
- Chief Cares Expands Housing Initiative in Western North Carolina
- Sensitive Data Exposed on State Jury Duty Website
- New Valle Crucis School Faces Potential Delay, Contingency Plans in Place
- Watauga Commissioners Acknowledge National Weeks, Review County Operations and Finances
- Western North Carolina Unveils Comprehensive Economic Recovery Plan
September 23
- Zach Cregger's 'Resident Evil' Adaptation Sets Record, Earns Widespread Praise
- Front Porch Reads Offer Depth and Connection
- Mountaineers Head to Raleigh Undefeated for Saturday Showdown with Wolfpack
- Forest Service Warns of Increased Wildfire Risk as Fall Season Begins
- Boone’s Taco Bell Demolition Reflects Broader Shift in Fast-Food Design
- NC Lawmaker Pushes Reforms to Divorce Waiting Period, 'Homewrecker' Laws
- Mountaineers Go 2-1 at Geri Polvino Invitational, Hutchens Leads with 43 Kills
- Boone Town Council to Address Major Rezoning, Manager Search, Water Code
September 22
September 21
- Grammy Winner Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Kicks Off Americana Series at Appalachian Theatre
- Mountaineers Claim Victory in Record-Late Home Opener
- Foster Care Nonprofit Expands Reach to Watauga and Surrounding Counties
- Avery County to Honor Hurricane Helene Victims with Memorial Bench Dedication
- High Country Real Estate Sees 191 Sales in August, Median Price Tops $490k
- Mountaineers Compete at Southern Showcase, Martinson Finishes Top 10
- Mountaineers Secure Historic Soccer Victory
- Boone and High Country Calendar Highlights Community Gatherings, Film, and Outdoor Adventures
- Blue Ridge Energy to Increase Member Bills by Five Percent in November
- Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued for Watauga County, Broader Region
September 20
September 19
September 18
- Upcoming Federal Medicaid Changes to Impact One-In-Four North Carolinians
- Last Missing Hurricane Helene Victim Identified in Washington County, Ending Nearly Two-Year Search
- Marion Woman Sentenced for Defrauding FEMA After Hurricane Helene
- Boone Sees Extensive Development with Campus and Town Projects Advancing
- Hiker Rescued From Linville Gorge After Severe Yellow Jacket Reaction
- Boone Council Discusses Downtown Growth, Business Impact, and Workforce Housing
September 17
- North Carolina Drought Worsens State-Wide, High Country Conditions Decline
- Local Program Celebrates Host's Upcoming Birthday
- App State to Host RECAPP Event Spotlighting Faculty Research and Creativity
- First Lady's Visit Continues High Country's History of White House Attention
- WNC Environmental Groups Rally at App State to Protect National Forests
- Immigrant Justice Coalition Hosts Jazz Picnic for Community Solidarity
September 16
- Mountaineers Shut Out by No. 6 Wake Forest in Field Hockey Match
- App State Volleyball Takes Two Wins at Mountaineer Classic
- Second Annual Boonetoberfest Highlights Local Culture and Critical Awareness
- Fuel Costs Climb Across High Country and Nation Amid Middle East Conflict
- North Carolina Public Schools Achieve Record Graduation Rate, Higher Test Scores in 2025-26
- The Power of Written Goals: How Bucket Lists Drive Achievement
- Record Diesel Prices Threaten Consumer Costs Across Carolinas
- Pinball Enthusiasts Compete at Level up Latte, Driven by 'Love of the Game'
September 15
- Student Journalism Efforts Seek Community Financial Backing
- Slayyyter Unveils "Crank 2," Teases "Inverse Album" for Fall Release
- Virgo Season Celebrates Influential Artists Across Music Genres
- Mountaineers Extend ECU Win Streak to Four, Loggains Earns First Rivalry Victory
- Federal Funding Boosts School-Based Health Services Across Rural Nc, Including High Country
- Boone Construction Projects Show Significant Progress Across Town and Campus
- 70-Year-Old N.c. 105 Bridge Removal Begins Tonight in Watauga County
September 14
September 13
September 12
- Online Slot-Style Games Boost NC Lottery Sales While Lowering School Fund Share, Audit Finds
- Missing Man Found Dead in Wilkes County Crash
- First Lady Melania Trump to Visit Ashe County on Tuesday
- Watauga School Board Prepares for Key Votes on Budget, Turf Field, and Policy Overhaul
- Chad Sutton Enters Second Season Leading App State Volleyball with New Talent
- App State Roommates Summit Mount Kilimanjaro
- Mountaineers Field Hockey Dominates Queens in 6-1 Victory
- Boone Organizations Bridge Gaps, Build Trust for Hispanic and Latino Residents
- Howard Knob County Park Unveils New Accessible Panoramic Overlook
- Mountaineer Tavern Infuses App State Spirit Into Historic Boone Location
- Boone Community Grapples with Flock Safety Camera Controversy
- Campus Clash and Arrest Renew Free Speech Discussion at App State
- Tennessee Shooting Suspect Held in Watauga County Jail
September 11
- App State Volleyball Secures Road Win Over Elon
- ZRC Skate Recovers From Mid-July Crash with Community's Help
- App State Climbing Club Expands Focus on Outdoors and Competition
- Buskers Fest Blends Boone's Musical Roots with Modern Artistry
- Latin Hispanic Alliance Fosters 'Second Home' for App State Students
- Latin Hispanic Alliance Fosters Community and Culture at App State
- Blue Ridge Conservancy Expands Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
- State Flags Lowered for Patriot Day, Marking 25th Anniversary of 9/11
September 10
- App State's Her Campus Chapter Fosters Community and Professional Growth for College Women
- Flock Camera Debate Intensifies in Boone Amid Student Protests, Official Clarifications
- Local Organizations Build Bridges, Support for Boone's Hispanic and Latino Community
- App State Faculty Face Long Commutes Amid Boone Housing Challenges
September 9
- Howard Knob Park Enhances Visitor Experience with New Skybridge Overlook
- Coach Sutton Embarks on Second Season with App State Volleyball
- App State Climbing Club Expands Outdoor Adventures and Competition Opportunities
- Community Rallies Around ZRC Skate After Mid-July Damage
- Injured Hiker Rescued in Avery County Following Multi-Agency Response
- Día Latino Returns to Watauga Market with New Salsa Contest
- College Campuses Scrutinized Over Student Mental Health Support
- Boone and Appalachian State Present Diverse Array of Community and Campus Events
- App State Sets New Enrollment Record for Fall 2026
- High Country Gas Prices Rise to $3.86, NC Average up a Dollar From Last Year
September 8
- Belk Library Brings Resources to Light at Renaissance Faire
- Mountaineer Field Hockey Secures Road Victory Over Davidson
- Appalachian State Field Hockey Suffers First Loss of Season in Close Matchup
- Drought Improvement Stalls Across North Carolina; High Country Status Holds Steady
- The Retreat at Boone Donates $10,000 to Local Food Nonprofit Casting Bread
September 7
- Fatal Collision on NC 105 Claims Statesville Woman's Life
- Boone Council to Weigh State Workforce Housing Program, Hellbender Mural Expansion
- Watauga County Halts Data Center Construction
- Mountaineers Open Season with Resounding Victory
- App State Sets Enrollment Records, Trustees Review Campus Developments