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High Country Gems and Minerals in Glenwood Springs Relocates After 54 Years

Avery County · Avery County

High Country Gems and Minerals in Glenwood Springs Relocates After 54 Years

Coverage: 2 sources

For over half a century, Glenwood Springs’ High Country Gems and Minerals, affectionately known as “The Rock Shop,” has drawn customers across its threshold with fantastical glittery gifts, hand-selected crystals, metaphysical goods and a radiating energy of welcoming joy and generosity. Now, the iconic store is entering a new era — moving to “the other side of the wall,” as store co-owner Tammy Girardot put it. On June 2, the shop closed its do…See the Story

Jeff Corwin joins Grandfather Mountain speaker series lineup, slated for Aug. 7

Avery County · Avery County

Jeff Corwin joins Grandfather Mountain speaker series lineup, slated for Aug. 7

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

LINVILLE — Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has announced that tickets for the Aug. 7 event, “Grandfather Presents: Jeff Corwin,” are on sale now.Read Article

Country Singer Cooper Alan is Expecting His First Baby with Wife Hally: 'Sweetest News'

Linville · Linville

Country Singer Cooper Alan is Expecting His First Baby with Wife Hally: 'Sweetest News'

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The country singer announced the news that he was expecting his first baby with his wife on Thursday, June 12Courtesy of Cooper Alan Cooper Alan and his wife Hally WilliamsCooper Alan is going to be a dad!The “Holy Ghost" singer, 29, is expecting his first baby with his wife Hally, announcing the happy news in a joint post on Instagram of a sweet video set to Taylor Swift's "But Daddy I Love Him." In the clip, the couple begins by sharing intima…Read Article

Rattlesnake Bites Teen on Southern State Fishing Trip

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

North Carolina National Guard and Charlotte Fire Department rescue teen bitten by timber rattlesnake during fishing trip in Avery County mountains, now recovering at home.Avery County · Avery County See the Story

Take a hike: Grandfather Mountain welcomes visitors after Helene

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

This summer and fall, Grandfather Mountain will host workshops, adult field courses and a "Grandfather Presents" speaker series.Linville · Linville Read Article

County reminds residents of private property debris removal opportunity

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

NEWLAND — Avery County Government is reminding residents through multiple communication methods regarding private property debris removal.Property · Newland Read Article

Elk River Helping Hands Concert featuring John Oates and Jim Lauderdale set June 20 - Elizabethton Star

Banner Elk, NC – The Elk River Helping Hands Concert Series announces its next event for Friday, June 20, at Hayes Auditorium on the campus of Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the concert is at 7 p.m. This extraordinary evening of music and community will feature Rock Hall of Famer John Oates (Hall and Oates) and the Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Jim Lauderdale, with proceeds benefiting Hur…Banner Elk · Banner Elk Read Article

Lees-McRae Summer Theatre presents first play in more than a decade, 'The Cottage'

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

BANNER ELK — In a break from tradition, Lees-McRae Summer Theatre, the college’s beloved annual professional theatre series, presents a new play, “The Cottage.” The show is the second of the 2025 season, and will run Sunday, June 22 through…Banner Elk · Banner Elk Read Article

Preston Benfield Band playing at Old Hampton Store on June 12

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

LINVILLE — The Preston Benfield Band will perform on the porch of the Old Hampton Store & Barebeque (77 Ruffin St.) on Thursday, June 12 starting at 6 p.m. The show is scheduled to last until 10 p.m.Linville · Linville Read Article

Grandfather Mountain’s annual Animal Birthday Party June 11

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

LINVILLE – Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, will throw its annual birthday bash for all resident animals on Wednesday, June 11 — and you’re invited! Included with park admission, the celebration will…Linville · Linville Read Article

CCSO seeks public’s help identifying armed robbery suspect

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

ROAN MOUNTAIN, Tenn. — Carter County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery that took place at the Valero/Subway gas station on Highway 19E in Roan Mountain on the night…Avery County · Avery County Read Article