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  Watauga County, North Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Watauga County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina.
Watauga County is a member of the regional High Country Council of Governments.
Watauga County is extremely mountainous, and all of the county's terrain is located within the Appalachian Mountains range.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Watauga_County,_North_Carolina   (900 words)

  
 The 22 Counties of Western North Carolina...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Watauga County is located in North Western North Carolina in the heart of 'The High Country'.
Being the most populated county in the NW Mountains, Watauga is the hub of activity for the area.
With a population of 36,952, four incorporated towns, and a State University, Watauga County is a bustling mountain county...
www.westcarolina.com /WATAUGA.HTML   (53 words)

  
 WataugaDems.com: Watauga County Democratic Party Online
Watauga County Democrats showed their support of our troops in Iraq, and for their families here at home, at the County Convention on Saturday, April 1st.
Watauga County Democrats displayed a newfound sense of optimism at Saturday’s county convention, with party delegates and candidates repeatedly echoing the phrase, “I’m proud to be a Democrat.”
She has served on the county planning board and is currently vice-chair and has served as vice-chair of the party’s executive committee since 2001.
www.wataugadems.com   (3535 words)

  
 A History of Watauga County, North Carolina : Genealogical Publishing Company
The Watauga Association negotiated a ten-year lease with the Cherokees, and later purchased the land from the Indians.
In 1776 the Watauga settlement was annexed to North Carolina, then was ceded to the federal government in 1784, briefly comprised the State of Franklin, and finally became part of Tennessee when it attained statehood in mid-1796.
Although Watauga County, North Carolina, was not established until 1849 from the existing counties of Ashe, Wilkes, Caldwell, and Yancey in northwestern North Carolina, "all of Watauga County on the waters of Watauga River was once a part...of the famous and immortal Old Watauga Settlement of Sevier.
www.genealogical.com /index.php?main_page=product_info&item_number=179&ref=1458   (369 words)

  
 Watauga County, North Carolina NC, county profile - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Watauga County, NC The county was named for the Watauga River, named for an Indian term meaning "beautiful water"
The county is in the Boone metro area.
This was a decrease of -.56% from the 2000 census.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=19740   (470 words)

  
 Ashe County, North Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The county was formed in 1799 from the northern and western parts of Wilkes County.
The county once had a thriving dairy industry and is now home to the only wholesale/retail cheese plant in North Carolina.
In the county the population was spread out with 19.80% under the age of 18, 7.50% from 18 to 24, 27.00% from 25 to 44, 27.70% from 45 to 64, and 18.00% who were 65 years of age or older.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ashe_County,_North_Carolina   (538 words)

  
 Watauga County
Watauga County lies in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Watauga is an Indian name often translated "whispering waters," "beautiful waters" or "land of the beyond," all of which describe the area.
Watauga County is a naturalist and outdoor person’s paradise.
There are mountains to climb; cliffs to scale; rivers to swim, raft or canoe; areas to camp; caves for the spelunker; scenic country roads to explore; trails to hike; rare and diverse plant and animal wildlife (many on the endangered species list) to appreciate and majestic views to awe even the most traveled.
www.activerealtync.com /area2.htm   (583 words)

  
 Watauga Humane Society ~ Boone, NC (via CobWeb/3.1 planet03.csc.ncsu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The purpose of the Watauga Humane Society is the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals and the extension of humane education.
The Watauga Humane Society's activities are heavily concentrated on reducing the number of unwanted animals.
It is the duty of the Watauga Humane Society to provide humane care and treatment for all animals needing protection; to seek to return lost animals to their guardians; to find suitable homes for animals without guardians, and to provide a facility where the public can bring unwanted and abandoned animals.
www.wataugahumanesociety.org.cob-web.org:8888   (345 words)

  
 Economic Development in Watauga County, North Carolina
To keep pace with a growing population center, Watauga Medical Center is putting the finishing touches on a multi-million dollar expansion project that is designed to fulfill its commitment to provide compassionate, state-of-the-art health care services in the community.
Watauga Medical Center is fully accredited by the Joint Commission of the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and licensed as a 117-bed regional primary and secondary care facility.
Watauga Medical Center personnel are proud to serve the community of Boone and Watauga County, as well as surrounding counties in North Carolina and Tennessee, which account for approximately half of the patients who receive treatment here.
wataugaedc.org /qol10.html   (678 words)

  
 Watauga County, NC GenWeb Project
Watauga is an Indian word meaning "beautiful water" and the county was named for the Watauga River.
This county is located in the northwestern section of North Carolina and surrounded by the state of Tennessee and the counties of
The first court was ordered to be held at the home of George Council, at which time justices of the peace were to decide upon a place for the future courts until the courthouse was erected.
www.geocities.com /familysnooper/Wata_county.html   (477 words)

  
 JournalNow Elections 2004 : Watauga County races North Carolina
I have served on the board of education, as county attorney, on the Community Foundation, on the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity, as a trustee for Appalachian State University, and as chairman of the trustees and administrative council for my church.
The county commission must develop a working partnership with the board of education to develop long-range plans to meet academic, personnel and facility needs.
This county has given me so much; it is a part of me. I have had wonderful experiences with the people here, and I would love to represent their interests.
elections.journalnow.com /watauga   (1376 words)

  
 Watauga County Endangered Species, Threatened Species,Federal Species of Concern, and Candidate Species   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Experimental, nonessential populations of endangered species (e.g., red wolf) are treated as threatened species on public land, for consultation purposes, and as species proposed for listing on private land.
Historic - the species was last observed in the county more than 50 years ago.
Probable/potential - the species is considered likely to occur in this county based on the proximity of known records (in adjacent counties), the presence of potentially suitable habitat, or both.
www.fws.gov /nc-es/es/cntylist/watauga.html   (310 words)

  
 Amazon.com: A History of Watauga County, North Carolina: Books: John Preston Arthur   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
This wellknown history of Watauga County, North Carolina, is considered one of the best ever written.
From Watauga County's "Yankee Ancestry" to its role in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, nothmg is overlooked.
The area's first wagon roads are described, along with gold mining, antebellum education, the formation of the county, and Boone's incorporation.
www.amazon.com /History-Watauga-County-North-Carolina/dp/0932807666   (679 words)

  
 Watauga County, North Carolina History, Genealogy
Johnson and Carter Counties] and Ashe, Wilkes, Caldwell and Avery counties The first court was ordered to be held at the home of George Council, at which time justices of the peace were to decide upon a place for the future courts until the courthouse was erected.
In 1851 a superior court was established for Watauga, and it directed that court was to be held in the courthouse at Boone.
Forest Conditions in Watauga, Ashe and Alleghany County, NC in 1911
www.newrivernotes.com /nc/watauga.htm   (361 words)

  
 Watauga County Schools schools - district elementary, middle, and high school information
In 2004-2005 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math.
The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina.
The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
www.greatschools.net /cgi-bin/nc/district_profile/174   (719 words)

  
 Watauga County, North Carolina
Watauga County was formed in 1849 from Ashe, Wilkes, Caldwell, and Yancey counties.
The county seat, Boone, is named in honor of Daniel Boone.
-- Ezekiel Baird was the father of Bedent and William Baird, and came to North Carolina from New Jersey.
members.cox.net /smithgen/places/watauga.htm   (984 words)

  
 North Fork township, Watauga County, North Carolina (NC) Detailed Profile
North Fork township, Watauga County, North Carolina (NC)
Back to: Watauga County, North Carolina (NC), All US cities.
Out of people who lived in different counties, 50% lived in North Carolina.
www.city-data.com /township/North-Fork-Watauga-NC.html   (145 words)

  
 Watauga County Center: Home
North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC AandT State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.
Watauga County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University.
NC State University and NC AandT State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.
watauga.ces.ncsu.edu   (258 words)

  
 Watauga County, NC GenWeb Project
Watauga was formed in 1849 from Ashe County.
In 1851 a superior court was extablished for Watauga, and it directed that court was to be held in the courthouse at Boone.
In addition, the databases would be indexed and cross-linked, so that even if an individual were found in more than one county, they could be located in the index.
www.geocities.com /Heartland/Estates/8473/Wata_county.html   (477 words)

  
 Watauga County - North Carolina Homes for Sale - MLS Real Estate Listings
Find North Carolina oceanfront properties, beach and coastal properties, or search for homes and land in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Wilmington, Asheville, Chapel Hill, New Bern, Winston-Salem and Murphy.
Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the coast of North Carolina is a luminous place filled with beautiful beaches and sand dunes.
Search for homes near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - the first state university in the country to open its doors for students.
www.relohomesearch.com /state.aspx?County=Watauga&State=NC   (216 words)

  
 BY-LAWS | Watauga County Farmers' Market
The purpose for which this association is formed and the powers which it may exercise are set forth in the Articles of Incorporation of the association.
The charter of the Watauga County Farmers' Market, Inc. may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of those active and associate members present at any annual meeting or special meeting.
We, the undersigned, being a majority of the incorporators of the Watauga County Farmers' Market, Inc. do hereby assent to the foregoing by-laws and do adopt the same as the by-laws of the association; and in witness whereof, we have hereunto subscribed out names, this day of 1974.
wataugacountyfarmersmarket.org /lists/by_laws   (1500 words)

  
 Watauga County Nurserymen's Association
Welcome to Watauga County, North Carolina, home of such popular tourist destinations as Boone, Blowing Rock, Seven Devils, and Beech Mountain.
Watauga County is also home to Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, Appalachian State University, and several popular snow skiing resorts.
The members of the Watauga County Nurserymen's Association grow first-quality trees and ornamentals.
www.watauganurserymen.org   (111 words)

  
 The Political Graveyard: Watauga County, N.C.
Assignment of birthplaces, deathplaces, and cemeteries to counties is subject to error.
The intent is to locate places according to current county names and boundaries.
U.S. Representative from North Carolina 8th District, 1901-03, 1905-07.
politicalgraveyard.com /geo/NC/WT.html   (519 words)

  
 Computer Vocabulary Quiz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Online self-grading quizzes to help students prepare for the state-wide North Carolina Computer Skills Test given in the fall to 8th Graders.
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction's webpage regarding the Computer Skills Test which is a High School Graduation Requirement:
Material on this web site may not be reproduced without the written permission of Watauga County Schools.
www.watauga.k12.nc.us /br/Quiz_Computer_Vocabulary.htm   (275 words)

  
 Boone, North Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Boone is a town located in the northern mountains of North Carolina and in Watauga County, North Carolina, for which it is the county seat
Boone was served by the legendary narrow gauge East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Railroad (ETandWNC) (also known as "Tweetsie Railroad").
Boone is the site of the Appalachian State University (ASU), a constituent member of the University of North Carolina.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Boone,_North_Carolina   (718 words)

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