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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that up to 86% of new COVID-19 cases stem from the latest mutation, JN.1. The most recent COVID vaccines are expected to help lower chances of serious illness or hospitalization from JN.1.

Health & Safety

COVID-19 cases on the rise in the Triad

5:26pm July 31, 2024

A summertime rise in COVID-19 cases brought on by increased travel and extended time spent indoors has caught the attention of health care workers in the Piedmont Triad.

Following the story: from Chewbacca to Chopped -- Dale Pollock

4:27pm July 31, 2024

by Sheldon Ge

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Culture

Nourished: the healing power of healthy cooking -- Chef Donald McMillan

4:25pm July 31, 2024

by Daniela George Perez

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Behind the Desk: A Principal Speaks -- Robert Ash

4:23pm July 31, 2024

by Anya Irwin

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Culture

Combining two cultures in one print -- Mona Wu

4:19pm July 31, 2024

by Lee Koontz

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Reynolda House: A Place for 'Lifelong Learners' -- Phil Archer

4:18pm July 31, 2024

by Elliot Trammell

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Triad Compost Breaks Down Waste Not The Planet -- Rachel Hutto

4:15pm July 31, 2024

by Andy Wang

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Music with a Mission -- Mark Engebretson

4:12pm July 31, 2024

by Chelsea Shen

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Serving Hope -- Shereen Gomaa

4:10pm July 31, 2024

by Rohan Dayal

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Image shows Appalachian State University in Boone

Education

Appalachian State seeking public input on chancellor search

4:06pm July 31, 2024

by Paul Garber

People who want to comment on the next leader can take an online survey available now through August 28. The search committee is also hosting in-person and remote listening sessions starting Aug. 22.