WEST JEFFERSON — Salon B is open and ready to provide for the hair-care needs of Ashe County’s men, women and children, according to owner Brooke Hogg.

WEST JEFFERSON — New River Family Wellness is combining modern medicine with hometown care, according to Dr. Daniel Landon Allen during the practice’s Ashe County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony Monday, Aug. 5.

WEST JEFFERSON — Salerno’s at 209 Backstreet is now open and offering a new lunch option for the town of West Jefferson.

JEFFERSON — Members of the N.C. Cooperative Extension State Advisory Committee joined Ashe County Cooperative Extension Director Travis Birdsell to tour three locations with agricultural significance Wednesday, July 17, after the committee spent two days convened in Ashe to discuss statewide…

LANSING — For anyone wondering where Lewis Miles and his shears went after the little trailer barbershop closed down on U.S. 221 Business outside West Jefferson, find him in downtown Lansing.

LAUREL SPRINGS — The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce held its July Member Blast at Little Peak Creek Farm in Laurel Springs Thursday, July 18. The monthly event was sponsored by the Ashe County office of the North Carolina Agricultural Extension.

WEST JEFFERSON — Liquidation Station at 853A S. Jefferson Ave. has grown from a Facebook page to a newly opened business, celebrating its Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, July 12.

RALEIGH — After serving as vice president during the 2018-2019 fiscal year, Fleetwood resident and Appalachian State University professor Patricia Mitchell has been elected North Carolina Economic Development Association President for 2019-2020, according to the nonprofit organization.

WEST JEFFERSON — The Bryer Patch at 15 E. Second Street aims to not only expand downtown West Jefferson’s growing slate of businesses, but also inspire and engage local youth, according to store owner Donna Weaver during her business’ Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony W…

WEST JEFFERSON — West Jefferson’s Backstreet is the new home of The Vape Shoppe, which is looking to help transition smokers from cigarettes to vape juice.

WEST JEFFERSON — Opened just in time for Christmas in July, The Tartan Woolly has brought some Scottish heritage and a bit of plaid to West Jefferson. The store on North Jefferson Avenue specializes in Scottish and Irish-styled clothing and accessories, with plaid and real wool adorning most…

WEST JEFFERSON — At the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen meeting July 1, the board agreed to lease a piece of town property to New River Brewing Taproom and Eatery. The leased land will give the restaurant and brewery an outdoor area for its customers to enjoy the fresh air.

WEST JEFFERSON — Rather than publicize the opening of his new restaurant, owner and chef Jared Yelton has chosen to let his food do the talking for Craft Bistro at 8 E Main Street.

WEST JEFFERSON — Following a 38-year career with Ashe County DSS, The Bryer Patch at 15 E. Second Street is Donna J. Weaver’s next professional endeavor.

WEST JEFFERSON — One of West Jefferson’s newest bars had its grand opening weekend Saturday and Sunday, June 22 and 23. While Trent’s Tavern has been officially open for a few weeks, the weekend served as a celebration of what they’ve done so far.

LANSING — The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting at the Timber Rivers Venue Tuesday, June 18, where members celebrated the work and accomplishments of the past year. The festivities included mingling, dinner, awards and Chamber announcements.

WEST JEFFERSON — It was announced at its annual meeting that the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce will be receiving an expansion of its West Jefferson location.

WEST JEFFERSON — Teams of 3-8 people must work together, gather hints and solve puzzles if they want to get out of Unlock It Escape Room, according to owner Colleen Dixon during her Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting June 13.

GLENDALE SPRINGS — The National Park Service announced the opportunity to acquire the remainder of a concession contract for retail operations at the Northwest Trading Post on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

WEST JEFFERSON — The newest restaurant in West Jefferson had its soft opening Wednesday, June 19. After months of work and a move from Lansing, New River Brewing opened its doors to the public.

WEST JEFFERSON — Vannoy Properties saw several dozen visitors stop by its new office at 9 E. Main Street during the company’s Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Wednesday, June 12.

TODD — The 105-year-old Todd’s General Store is planning to reopen its doors to the public in early July with new owners after being closed for four years.

JEFFERSON — After working with thousands of authors, printing volumes of books and working 40 years in the publishing business, the owner and founder of McFarland & Company Publishers attributes the longevity of his business to its employees.

LAUREL SPRINGS — Agriculture is big business in Ashe County, in 2018 it contributed $120 million to Ashe’s economy according to the Ashe County Cooperative Extension. With it being as important to the county as it is, farmers are always on the lookout for better ways to produce their products.

Subsentio announced June 3, it has honored Carolina West Wireless by presenting the mobile service provider with the Subsentio “Safe Harbor Award” for their role in ensuring the safe rescue of two teenagers who lost their way while hiking in Stone Mountain State Park in March.

WEST JEFFERSON — Downtown West Jefferson’s newest luxury lofts were unveiled to the public and welcomed to the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Thursday, May 30th at its open house and ribbon cutting.

JEFFERSON — A newly renovated Zaloo’s Canoes, Kayaks & Tubes is open under new management on the South Fork New River, as was announced at the river outfitter’s Ashe County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony May 15.

WEST JEFFERSON — Twelve years after acquiring the property, Carolina Timberworks broke ground on its plot at Beaver Creek Industrial Park, as witnessed by a crowd of 40 and assisted by Ashe County Commissioners May 15.

WEST JEFFERSON — Ashe County has a new option for people seeking health and wellness for the mind, body and spirit in Mountain Connections, which celebrated its opening with an Ashe County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting May 8.

WEST JEFFERSON — Ashe County’s new “Western town” is kicking off its second season of concerts with a slew of shows featuring some legendary names in rock ‘n’ roll, according to Saloon Studios Entertainment Director Kenn Moutenot.

Home sales in the High Country remained strong in April and outpaced activity compared to one year ago, according to the latest real estate report by the High Country Association of Realtors.

WEST JEFFERSON — Prom can be one of the most memorable moments of anyone’s high school experience and is a staple of the late teen years. The dresses and tuxedos get immortalized into photo albums and add to the special nature of the event.

WILKESBORO — Ashe County was center stage at MerleFest 2019 on the campus of Wilkes Community College, as the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce sponsored the John A. Walker Center Stage throughout the April 25-28 event.

WEST JEFFERSON — Third Day Market is expanding, opening a second location separate from the business in Jefferson. Third Day Downtown, as it will be called to distinguish it from the original business, is located at 14 South Jefferson Ave. in West Jefferson.

FLEETWOOD — The New River Escape Barn & Guest House provides people an ideal opportunity to slow down the pace of life and get away from everyday hustling and bustling, owners AJ and Shane Best said during their Ashe County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting April 17.