novaTopFlexHype for the Future 100H: What is the High Country of North Carolina?
Overview The High Country of the State of North Carolina refers to the relatively higher elevations in the mountainous portions of the State of North Carolina. The State of North Carolina is home to the numerous communities at higher elevations within the region, and the cities at higher elevation that are also somewhat larger often define the cultural boundaries of the High Country, culturally distinct from Asheville and more influenced by the Tri-Cities to the west and even Roanoke to the […]
Hype for the Future 100G: Ashe County, North Carolina
Introduction Ashe County is located at the northwestern corner of the State of North Carolina, with the Commonwealth of Virginia to the north and the State of Tennessee to the west. The county is deeply embedded within the Great Smoky Mountains and is a popular vacation and retiree destination located within the higher elevations of the region, especially attractive to visitors from Florida, Georgia, and the lower elevations of the Carolinas. Communities While the Town of Jefferson is the […]https://novatopflex.wordpress.com/2026/02/08/hype-for-the-future-100g-ashe-county-north-carolina/
DoomsdaysCW#WarmingShelters open in the #Carolinas ahead of #IceStorm
WSOCTV.com News Staff, Sat, January 24, 2026
"As a historic ice storm approaches the Carolinas, many counties are opening warming shelters for those who need a safe place to stay.
We’ve reached out to counties in #NorthCarolina and #SouthCarolina for their warming shelter plans, and we’ll update this article as locations are announced.
For Men: Roof Above provides shelter for men and expanded capacity at its shelter locations. Men may arrive at Roof Above at 3410 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.
For Women and Families: The Salvation Army provides shelter for women and families with expanded capacity at its shelter location. Women and families may arrive at the shelter at 534 Spratt Street, Charlotte between 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Transportation: Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) buses will offer rides to these shelter locations during this period. Riders must simply identify a designated shelter location to the driver.
Starting at 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 24th, Mecklenburg County and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management are opening a winter storm shelter at Grady Cole Recreation Center (310 N Kings Dr, #CharlotteNC 28204) in coordination with the Red Cross.
Alexander County will open an emergency shelter to support residents impacted by this weekend’s winter storm. The shelter will open on Sunday, January 25, at 9:00 a.m. in the JV gymnasium at Alexander Central High School (223 School Dr., Taylorsville). Food, water, and basic necessities will be provided.
A warming shelter will open at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Wadesboro Primary School, located at 1542 US Highway 52 South. The shelter will remain open until the weather stabilizes. Officials ask that you bring identification and essentials. Any pets should be caged.
There will be temporary emergency shelter open Saturday morning at 10 am at Ashe County High School.
The Salvation Army of Greater Hickory is opening, for information call 828-322-8061.
First United Methodist Church of Newton at 300 N. Main Ave
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF NEWTON (300 N Main Ave, Newton, NC 28658)
Statesville -
Officials are currently working with the Salvation Army located at 1361 Caldwell Street.
Unity Baptist Church at 482 N. Myrtle School Road at 8 p.m. Friday through 7 a.m. Tuesday
Rowan Helping Ministries is opening its warming station from Jan. 24 to Jan. 31 from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. nightly at 217 N. Long Street in #SalisburyNC.
Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/warming-shelters-open-carolinas-ahead-210051039.html
#EmergencyShelters #SouthCarolina #NorthCarolina #WarmingSheltersInSouthCarolina #WarmingSheltersInNorthCarolina #Unhoused #Houseless #Homeless #KeepWarm
App State team uncovers ancient #NativeAmerican campsite in #AsheCounty
Ciara Lankford
Fri, August 8, 2025
BOONE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — "Appalachian State University archaeologists have discovered an early Native American campsite right under a vegetable garden at the university’s Blackburn Vannoy Estate and Farm in Ashe County.
"According to App State, the site was uncovered during a summer dig led by Dr. Alice Wright, associate professor in the Department of Anthropology.
"Among the finds were stone tools, pottery pieces, a fire hearth, and a storage pit…all pointing to a place where people once gathered, cooked, and lived.
"Wright said one of the most exciting artifacts was a sharpened quartz point, likely broken during a hunt and later reused as a tool for scraping animal hides.
"The items reportedly date back as far as 8,000 years, covering the late Archaic to Woodland periods. Wright believes people kept returning to this spot because of its rich soil, nearby stream, and close access to the New River."
Read more:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/app-state-team-uncovers-ancient-154447490.html
FMI about the dig:
https://today.appstate.edu/2025/07/25/blackburn-vannoy
#NativeAmericanNews #NativeAmericanHistory #NorthCarolina #Archaeology
BakersRelay#Helene #NCwx #NorthCarolina #AsheCounty 10/07/24 11:00 am edt
From Ashe County Emergency Management on FB: Please see the following PSA From Upper Mountain Research Station
#Helene #NCwx #NorthCarolina #AsheCounty 7:00 am edt 9/30/24
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Ashe County Emergency Management remains committed to providing reliable communication tools during this critical time. Our team is closely monitoring the situation, and we will continue to update the public as new resources become available.
Stay safe, and remember that these resources are here for you. Together, we can weather the storm.
For more information and updates, please visit our official website or follow us on social media.
#Helene #NCwx #NorthCarolina #AsheCounty 7:00 am edt 9/30/24
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This will ensure that you can make and receive calls while using the satellite internet at one of these fire department sites. You can also browse the internet, stay connected with loved ones, and access critical emergency updates.
We also advise downloading offline maps to your mobile device before entering areas with limited service, as this will allow you to navigate safely and effectively during the storm.
In Progress: We are working diligently to bring Creston Volunteer Fire Department online later today, further expanding our county-wide coverage. Please stay tuned for updates.
#Helene #NCwx #NorthCarolina #AsheCounty 7:00 am edt 9/30/24
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Installed Locations:
Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: PondMTNFD
Password: Emergency
Lansing Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: LansingFD
Password: Emergency
Warrensville Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: WarrensvilleFD
Password: Emergency
Glendale Springs Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: Starlink - Glendale Springs
Password: Station16
Fleetwood Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: Starlink - Fleetwood
Password: Fleetwood2024
Todd Volunteer Fire Department
SSID: Starlink - Todd VFD
Password: Todd2024
If you're traveling through or planning to visit these areas, please enable Wi-Fi calling on your mobile device…
#Helene #NCwx #NorthCarolina #AsheCounty
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From Ashe County NC Emergency Management 7:00 am EDt:
Ashe County Emergency Management Expands Satellite Internet Access in Response to Helene
As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure connectivity during the impact of the Helene storm, Ashe County Emergency Management has successfully installed Starlink Satellite Internet at several key locations across the county. These stations are now available to the public, providing essential internet access and communication services in areas with limited or no cellular coverage.
John Tierney1840s Appalachian Primitive Baptist church https://youtu.be/TlqFf8-3o60?si=-BST4cj_kUDp8GWw
#bighelton #ashecounty #northcarolina
#bighelton #ashecounty #northcarolina