The Watauga County Meet the Candidates forum was broadcast live from the Appalachian Theatre on Thursday, October 6, 2022. The event was co-hosted by the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce.

The race for the US House 5th District includes incumbent Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R) against challenger Kyle Parrish (D).

Thanks to JSA Productions for making the audio of these forums available in podcast form.

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The Watauga County Meet the Candidates forum was broadcast live from the Appalachian Theatre on Thursday, October 6, 2022. The event was co-hosted by the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce.

The race for the Watauga County Board of Education includes incumbents Marshall Ashcraft, Gary Childers, and Jay Fenwick along with challengers Chad Cole, Jennifer Hanifan, and Dustin Kerley.

Thanks to JSA productions for making these recordings available in podcast form.

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In communities like ours, the support of local service-based organizations remains a critical component of the quality of life that makes our area unique. The local civic organizations, groups, and families that raise funds for these organizations and projects, help provide a difference-making impact on the community as a whole.

On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Ben Henderson, Co-chair of Fundraising for the Boone Sunrise Rotary Club. It's time for the club's Annual Fruit Sale, and we'll get information about ordering and the delivery window that will ensure you have your products by the holidays. A full 100% of the net proceeds from thus fundraiser go to support projects and grants funded by Boone Sunrise Rotary. We'll hear about the types of projects that have been supported in the past and how the fruit you eat can help support the community you call home.

Mind Your Business is produced each week by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program can be heard each Thursday morning at 10:05 on WATA Radio (1450AM/96.5FM).

The podcast version of this program is supported each week by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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As the leaves begin to show their magical fall colors, thousands of visitors will make their way to the High Country over the next several weeks to experience the beauty of autumn in the mountains.

One of the staple events that brings people to our area is the Valle Country Fair. On this week's episode of Mind Your Business, we hear from co-chairs John & Tracey Heiss about this year's event schedule and the impact the Fair has on our local community. We'll hear details on the artists scheduled to attend, the foods we can experience, and the changes to traffic patterns that have helped make entry to the Fair more expedient than ever before. 

Proceeds from this annual event are reinvested in various High Country-based non-profit businesses, and we'll hear about specific plans for that investment along with ways our community can help volunteer throughout next week to ensure the Fair goes off without a hitch.

Mind Your Business is produced each week by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show airs each Thursday at 10:05AM on WATA radio (96.5FM/1450AM).

The podcast version of the program is made possible thanks to the support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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Quality of life is a defining characteristic of communities throughout our region. We rely on a number of local organizations and agencies to fuel the pursuit of advocacy and education in a way that supports residents throughout the High Country.

On this week's episode of Mind Your Business, we hear from Sara Crouch, Director of Community Programs with OASIS. She shares details on an awareness campaign that speaks to the depth of services OASIS provides in our community, beyond serving as an emergency shelter for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We also discuss how OASIS educates business and employees about "red flags" that may serve as a hint that a person is dealing with issues outside of the workplace that are impacting performance.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show can be heard each Thursday at 10:05AM on WATA radio (1450AM/96.5FM).

This podcast version of the program is supported by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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Health insurance open enrollment season is almost upon us. Which plans are right for you and your family? Can you gain affordable access to health insurance for your employees? Do you have healthcare needs in the coming year that will require you to make changes to your current policy?

On this week's installment of Mind Your Business, we'll hear from Wayne Randall, Manager of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Boone Retail Center. He'll share the dates for the upcoming open enrollment period and how the Boone-based BCBSNC team can answer some of the complex questions related to health insurance.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program airs each Thursday at 10:05am on WATA radio (96.5FM/1450AM) .

The podcast version of the program is made possible by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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There is a new logo on the door, but much of what remains behind the glass at Boone Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram remains the same. The expert sales team, trained technicians, and friendly staff that made Ross Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram such a successful business have all transitioned under new ownership group that holds the same values for service and customer satisfaction.

On this week's Mind Your Business, we speak with General Manager Steve Silver and Ownership Partner Matt Matt Murchison  about the ownership transition, inventory updates, and what customers can expect in terms of the sales and service as they visit Boone Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce.  The program can be heard each Thursday on WATA radio (96.5FM/1450AM) at 10:05am.

The podcast version of the program is supported by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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National discussion points around the economy continue to use phrases like inflation, stock market volatility, and interest rate hikes. What are the impacts of these indicators on our High Country financial picture?

This week's installment of Mind Your Business features our quarterly check-in with Jonathan Allen from Allen Wealth Management. He'll give updates on the key economic definitions of the day, while also giving you tips on how to best align your financial picture as we head toward the close of 2022.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce.

This program airs locally on WATA radio (96.5FM/1450AM) each week at 10:05am.

The podcast version of the program is presented each week by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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Kidd Brewer Stadium offers one of the most unique college football atmosphere's in the country. That ambiance will be supercharge this weekend as the Mountaineers welcome their former coach Mack Brown and his University of North Carolina Tar Heels for their first visit to The Rock.

Doug Gillin, Director of Athletics at Appalachian State, shares details on this week's anticipated gameday experience. He also talks about the current state of college football, and how Boone and the High Country can benefit from more games against regional rivals.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program airs each Thursday morning at 10:05 on WATA Radio (96.5FM/1450AM).

The podcast version is presented each week by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. 

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The lyrics that make up our favorite songs inspire us, whether it's to crank up the volume as we are riding down the road or perhaps even to take the next big chance in our life.

Antlers & Acorns: The Boone Songwriters Festival was built to connect music lovers with the songwriters that created these special personal connections.

On this week's Mind Your Business, we talk with event organizer Shari Smith, and get a full rundown of the Antlers & Acorns Schedule, which runs September 5-11 throughout Boone and Watauga County.

We'll also hear from NASCAR legend Kyle Petty, a driver turned songwriter and author now that is racing days are in the past. He discusses how a live in motorsports lead him to picking up the guitar and becoming a performer. Petty also shares how Boone and Watauga County have long been a connection for he and his entire family, making his upcoming performance at the Appalachian Theatre even more special.

Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program can be heard each Thursday morning at 10:05 on WATA (96.5/1450) radio.

The podcast version of the program is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.

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