Watauga Medical Center in Boone, Charles A. Cannon, Jr. Memorial Hospital in Linville and Blowing Rock Hospital in Blowing Rock have individually cared for High Country residents and visitors for decades. Now, these three unique hospitals make up the innovative team that is Appalachian Regional Healthcare System. Working together, the hospitals are enhancing healthcare services available in the High Country while holding on to their values of compassion, integrity and excellence.

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina, Appalachian State University has built a national reputation for providing outstanding academics. With a student/faculty ratio of 17:1 and an average class size of 24, faculty members are able to take a personal interest in student progress, often becoming mentors, advisers, and friends - even tennis partners. That can only happen in a close-knit community.

An Appalachian Summer Festival is a multi- and inter-disciplinary arts festival presenting and producing programs in music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. The festival will forge a unique national identity through artistic excellence, innovative programming, commissioning new works, and educational opportunities.

At 5,506 feet, altitude has its rewards. Like summer temperatures that rarely exceed 72 degrees. Like graceful mountains draped in brilliant, beautiful fall colors. Like the spirit-lifting enjoyment of an exhilarating downhill ride. Up here, in Eastern America’s Highest Town, every day offers the chance to be an adventurer, to see nature at its most beautiful state, and to let your stresses and worries melt away.

Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular units of the National Park System. "America's Favorite Drive" winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Split-rail fences, old farmsteads and historic structures complement spectacular views of distant mountains and neighboring valleys.

Nestled in the beautiful Watauga Valley, just south of Boone, N.C. on US Hwy 321, Boone Golf Club features level to gently rolling fairways, large undulating greens, lush greenery, crisp mountain air, and breath-taking views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.

CCC&TI offers hundreds of day and evening courses as well as online courses designed to fit any schedule or lifestyle. Students may choose from nearly 100 curriculum programs and a variety of corporate and continuing education courses, including basic skills and GED training. The college serves as a state and national model in offering a seamless education with a high school, community college and university presence all on the same property