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Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson (March 3, 1923 – May 29, 2012) is revered as one of the most influential and respected guitar players in the history of traditional music. Originally hailing from Deep Gap, NC, Doc was a self-taught harmonica, banjo, and guitar player. He is known for his work in multiple music genres, including bluegrass, folk, gospel, country, and old-time.  In 1988, Doc Watson held the first MerleFest in honor of his late son, Merle Watson. Doc described the festival as 'traditional, plus', as it highlights the traditional music of Western North Carolina and anything else. The now four-day festival is still held every April in Wilkesboro, NC, on the campus of Wilkes Community College. Listen to more about Merle Fest in Season One, Episode Two of the Down the Road podcast. And learn more about Doc Watson through the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area's Traditional Artist Directory.The PodcastThe “Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina” podcast highlights bluegrass and old-time music stories, performers, and traditions across the mountain and foothills counties of Western North Carolina. Hosted and scripted by Laura Boosinger and produced by Jaclyn Anthony and Joe Kendrick of WNCW-FM, the podcast is a joint effort of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area and WNCW-FM.More episodes.

Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson (March 3, 1923 – May 29, 2012) is revered as one of the most influential and respected guitar players in the history of traditional music. Originally hailing from Deep Gap, NC, Doc was a self-taught harmonica, banjo, and guitar player. He is known for his work in multiple music genres, including bluegrass, folk, gospel, country, and old-time.  In 1988, Doc Watson held the first MerleFest in honor of his late son, Merle Watson. Doc described the festival as 'traditional, plus', as it highlights the traditional music of Western North Carolina and anything else. The now four-day festival is still held every April in Wilkesboro, NC, on the campus of Wilkes Community College. Listen to more about Merle Fest in Season One, Episode Two of the Down the Road podcast. And learn more about Doc Watson through the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area's Traditional Artist Directory.The PodcastThe “Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina” podcast highlights bluegrass and old-time music stories, performers, and traditions across the mountain and foothills counties of Western North Carolina. Hosted and scripted by Laura Boosinger and produced by Jaclyn Anthony and Joe Kendrick of WNCW-FM, the podcast is a joint effort of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area and WNCW-FM.More episodes.

Join the journey as Francisco Martinez, a vibrant force in economic development, shares his transformative story from graphic and web design to spearheading growth initiatives in Wilkesboro. Together, we explore the impact of the Entrepreneur Grant Program and the vital role of the Small Business Center at Wilkes Community College in cultivating a fertile entrepreneurial landscape. We also delve into the boons of co-working spaces for startups, painting a picture of a community that's not just surviving, but thriving through collaboration and support.Get ready to connect with the heart of our business community at the Wilkes Entrepreneur Network's monthly gatherings. I'm thrilled to welcome you to conversations with Doren Tripp, Laurie Brown-Straps, and other local luminaries, where we stitch together the rich tapestry of our area's entrepreneurial spirit. Discover how these networks expand business horizons, and stay abreast of the economic pulse with updates from the Wilkes Economic Development Corporation. Embark on this episode with us, celebrating the collective efforts propelling Wilkesboro's economic future.For more information visit https://wilkesedc.com/This program is sponsored by Wilkes EDC. Situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Wilkes County serves as the pivotal hub connecting businesses, communities, and opportunities throughout the region. Visit https://wilkesedc.com/ for more info or to connect. Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, regional events and more.

We are inching closer to the 8th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This year's event takes place at the historic Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, Thursday, April 24th, with a full red-carpet experience beginning at 5:30PM. You can read more about this year's event and our 16 honorees here.Before we recognize the 4 Under 40 class of 2024, we thought you might find inspiration from hearing an update on some of our honorees of the past. On this week's Mind Your Business, we connect with:Dr. Caleb Marsh, 4 Under 40 Class of 2017, and current Dean of the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College.Danielle Wade, 4 Under 40 Class of 2019, and current President/CEO of Jackson Sumner & Associates.Anthony Brumfield, 4 Under 40 Class of 2017, and current owner of Infinite ScopeCaroline Poteat, 4 Under 40 Class of 2022, and law student at the University of North Carolina.We'll hear about what's transpired professionally for each since being recognized, how their leadership style has evolved, what do they study to continue pushing their own leadership journey forward, and what advice they have for the leaders of tomorrow.Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

When students graduate from our schools and school systems, where do they go? We hope that they are enrolled, enlisted, or employed. We hope that we have helped them accomplish their dreams and reach their goals. Today's guest on the EdLeader podcast is focused on meeting students where they are and taking them as far as they want to go.Dr. Jeff Cox became the 11th President of the North Carolina Community College System on June 1, 2023. Dr. Cox previously served as president of Wilkes Community College for nine years. Prior to that, he served for nine years as the superintendent of the  Alleghany County Schools system. Today, he brings his experience working with students from Pre-kindergarten to the university level to lead the North Carolina Community College System, the third largest system in the U.S. serving nearly 600,000 community college students each year with 58 colleges providing education to all 100 counties.With the unique perspective of having served as a Principal and Superintendent and as a Community College President, Dr. Cox shares his expertise and experience to assist EdLeaders in growing students and schools through building relationships, earning trust, and casting a bold vision.Dr. Rob Jackson on TwitterEdLeader Podcast on TwitterDr. Jeff Cox on Twitter

The Walker Center was created to address Wilkes Community College's mission components of culture, business, industry, and training. Dr. David Daniel, WCC president at the time, took the lead in the effort to construct the center and WCC's Foundation, the development arm of the institution, embarked on a fundraising drive that would raise $2.2 million.In March of 1983, ground was broken on the building thanks to the 1,500 donors who contributed to the vision of the center. When construction was completed, WCC was enhanced by a 33,000 square foot building that featured an 1,100 seat auditorium, lobby, backstage area, and management area.The dedication and ribbon cutting were held on August 24, 1984 and featured the opening performance of Gordon MacRae and Anna Maria Alberghetti. On October 24 of that same year, WCC Theatre held its production of “The Music Man” in the center as a special performance for alumni.Over the years, interest in the John A. Walker Community Center grew as more people realized the tremendous asset such a facility provides. In addition to a vibrant performing arts center and exciting school events program, the center has hosted many business and community events. The increasing demand on the facility indicated a need for expansion. In 2000, a $1.9 million renovation expanded the ballroom, provided additional restrooms, and created a full production kitchen.Get more information and check out the show calendar at https://www.walkercenteronline.org/This program is brought to you by:Explore WilkesboroBe sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, regional events and more.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.Support the show

The Walker Center was created to address Wilkes Community College's mission components of culture, business, industry, and training. Dr. David Daniel, WCC president at the time, took the lead in the effort to construct the center and WCC's Foundation, the development arm of the institution, embarked on a fundraising drive that would raise $2.2 million.In March of 1983, ground was broken on the building thanks to the 1,500 donors who contributed to the vision of the center. When construction was completed, WCC was enhanced by a 33,000 square foot building that featured an 1,100 seat auditorium, lobby, backstage area, and management area.The dedication and ribbon cutting were held on August 24, 1984 and featured the opening performance of Gordon MacRae and Anna Maria Alberghetti. On October 24 of that same year, WCC Theatre held its production of “The Music Man” in the center as a special performance for alumni.Over the years, interest in the John A. Walker Community Center grew as more people realized the tremendous asset such a facility provides. In addition to a vibrant performing arts center and exciting school events program, the center has hosted many business and community events. The increasing demand on the facility indicated a need for expansion. In 2000, a $1.9 million renovation expanded the ballroom, provided additional restrooms, and created a full production kitchen.Get more information and check out the show calendar at https://www.walkercenteronline.org/This program is sponsored by Wilkes EDC. Situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Wilkes County serves as the pivotal hub connecting businesses, communities, and opportunities throughout the region. Visit https://wilkesedc.com/ for more info or to connect. Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, regional events and more.

Gloria, Katie and Lory Beth sit down and reflect on their time together at MerleFest. For those of you who don't know what MerleFest is, it is a 4 day long bluegrass festival created by Doc Watson that is held yearly on the grounds of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, NC. This year we decided to sponsor a booth, we called it The People of the United Methodist Church booth. You just have to listen to hear about all the amazing stories that happened over those 4 days, and WOW... they are heartwarming stories!

This week, we're going mobile again to talk with Tabitha Huddler, the Director of the Walker Center in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. The episode was recorded in the Lakey Ballroom on the campus of Wilkes Community College, in it we cover everything from how Tabitha started at the center, what drives her passion for her job and what types of events the Walker Center offers. Connect with the Walker Center on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWalkerCenter/Visit the Walker Center's website: https://www.walkercenteronline.org/Contact the Walker Center Box Office: 336-838-6260 or walker.boxoffice@wilkescc.edu Find out more about McNutter Butter Coffee: https://www.facebook.com/people/McNutter-Butter-Coffee/100070182375663/Support the showIf you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodcast@yahoo.com Follow the Ebone Zone on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialEBZLike the Ebone Zone on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebonezoneofficial/Visit www.ebonezone.com for more content!

On this episode of the Life in the Carolinas podcast, Carl once again sits down with Tabitha Hudler, Director of The Walker Center at Wilkes Community College. Coming up on the 40th year since the founding of The Walker Center, Tabitha is excited to announce the 2022-2023 season of acts kicking off on September 9. Tabitha gives a special shoutout to Dailey & Vincent and The Haggard Brothers as the most well-received acts of the 2021-2022 lineup. She speaks of last year as being nothing but an all-around success as every attendee was just happy to be in community again after a year of lockdowns. This year's lineup includes Croce Plays Croce on September 9; Lonestar on October 28; Charles Billingsley on December 1; comedian Karen Mills on February 23; Malpass Brothers, Appalachian Road Show, and Teea Goans on March 10; and Beach Boy Tribute Sail On on May 10. Tabitha talks about her favorite part of the job: the Spring and Fall school shows. She says that the Walker Center aims to give kids the experience of education and entertainment all at once, and hopefully even plant seeds within a few who might one day aspire for a career in stage performance. Finally, Tabitha reveals her involvement in organizing this year's MerleFest, offering a tease of the special collaborations set to provide an exciting festival this April 27-30, 2023. “We know that life throws obstacles constantly,” says Tabitha. “But in that timeframe, when we are either working an event or just enjoying an event, it does give us a time to reflect on some good times.”   Learn more about The Walker Center at www.walkercenteronline.org.

On this episode of the Life in the Carolinas podcast, Carl sits down with Tabitha Hudler, Director of The Walker Center at Wilkes Community College. She celebrates the theater's huge and intensely loyal customer base, demonstrated by the 4000 volunteers that show up every year for MerleFest, not to mention the high volume of patrons who have availed of The Walker Center's Lifetime Patron and Season Ticket programs. This customer loyalty was, in part, directly responsible for the theater's ability to thrive over the past two, turbulent years. Since the theater's inception in 1984, there has been a lot of passion among folks in the rural community of Wilkesboro to develop a platform for the many talented local entertainers. Tabitha says, “Because of the passion and the dedication not just then, but all through the years—that is why we're so successful.” Listen in as Carl and Tabitha go on to reflect on the importance of music and theater in any community and why a visit to The Walker Center to experience the best of Wilkesboro is absolutely worth it!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 101, Dave Barton explains something he learned from a mentor when they were told that a senior-level manager was running late for their meeting. Dave then shares a story about a race and explains how his sister valued a friend more than achieving a personal goal. Next, Dave advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue If you have a small business and need help with performance or talent development, you'll want to contact Dave Barton. Dave consults with business owners about training employees and designs learning interventions. He also works at the National Park Service as a Training Manager, and Dave teaches business at Wilkes Community College. He also blogs on the HPT Treasures website (HPT is Human Performance Technology, a field that leverages evidence-based methods and techniques to improve performance results). 01:05 Part 1: Priorities and Values When someone tells Dave that a senior-level manager is running late, Dave's mentor says something that has change Dave's perspective about work. 06:55 Part 2: What Is Really Important in a Team Race Dave shares a story about a race that illustrates how his sister valued a friendship more than achieving a personal goal. 14:38 Part 3: Doors of Opportunities Dave advises us on how we can improve how we lead and develop our leadership capabilities. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Dave's LinkedIn Profile HPT Treasure website Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:46 Funk Bass Music by ColorFilmMusic 06:37 Uptempo Inspiring by LumenMedia 14:19 Swinging Jazzy Organ by EvolvingVibes 16:08 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

"MerleFest, considered one of the premier music festivals in the country, serves as an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans. Held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of American music legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of ‘traditional plus' music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, country, blues, rock and many other styles. The festival hosts numerous artists, performing on 13 stages during the course of the four-day event. The annual event has become the primary fundraiser for the WCC Foundation, funding scholarships, capital projects and other educational needs." - https://merlefest.org/

From the September 11th, 2021 Program-- Lindsay Craven of Merlefest talks with the Outdoor Guys from Jesse Brown's.  We'll learn about the start of this world famous "Music Plus" festival in 1988 & it's progression into 2021. There are some great tips on where to park, what to bring & what not to bring to the first fall Merlefest. Music, Moments & Memories is the slogan and we're all for that on the Carolina Outdoors.

This is part three of a three episode series of First in Future, where we focus on community, specifically what people and places in North Carolina are doing to make the places we live special. In the final part of our special focus on what transforms a place we live into a true community, we talk with Zach Barricklow of Wilkes Community College about the regional approach Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany counties are taking to build off of their collective assets (especially high speed internet) to hold on to young people, retrain adults and attract new residents to the area.

In this episode, I sat down with Jeff Cox, president of Wilkes Community College. We talked about how the college has transitioned to remote learning and Merlefest -- the annual music festival held on the college's campus and a major economic driver for their community . The festival was cancelled this year because of COVID-19, for the first time since it began more than 30 years ago. "We're rebuilding and looking ahead,” he said

This episode of the End Community College Stigma Podcast was recorded live at the NCACCT Leadership Seminar in Wilmington, NC on August 22, 2019. Trustee guests include: Ed Dalrymple, Central Piedmont Community College; Julie Emmons, Alamance Community College; Veda McNair, Wayne Community College; Gene Rees, Surry Community College. President guests include: Lisa Chapman, Central Carolina Community College; Jeff Cox, Wilkes Community College; Lawrence Rouse, Pitt Community College; Carol Spalding Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

On this episode of the Life in the Carolina’s podcast, Carl is joined by 16-year-old Liam Purcell, a talented musician with a passion for playing, writing, and creating music. Liam got his start at the age of 6 learning guitar through the JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) program after school. By the time Liam was in 3rd grade, his parents realized that his talent needed to be nurtured, so they began home-schooling him to free him up to pursue his music more seriously. He is now taking some on-campus classes at Wilkes Community College and touring with his band. While he plans to pursue a musical degree at a college or university later on, Liam states that once he turns 18, his goal is to begin touring full time. Liam grew up in Deep Gap, North Carolina, and while his music has taken him all over America and even to Argentina, he will always consider this pocket of Western North Carolina home. He feels that this region of the Appalachian mountains is an excellent place to learn about old time and bluegrass music from musicians whose skills and knowledge of music have been passed down for generations. Liam has been exposed to many other genres of music and he has dabbled in some, and he has come to realize that learning old time and bluegrass music first has allowed him to easily acclimate to other genres more easily. When Cane Mill Road was given the opportunity to represent American bluegrass music at the World Music Festival in Argentina, Liam’s eyes were opened to the grand diversity of music around the world and he was also affirmed because of the incredible support the band received from the representatives of the other countries. It was during this trip that Liam committed to reading music so his skills could be more beneficial for his future endeavors in composition and music theory. Liam plays the fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, bass, lap steel, dobro, electric guitar, and electric bass, and over the years he has learned that music is the same regardless of the instrument. The breadth of his instrumental knowledge and mastery has been crucial to his arranging and songwriting pursuits as well as his ability to teach younger kids how to play. This passing down of knowledge is what makes the music scene in the Carolinas unique. Liam emphasizes the importance of the community building that occurs at local jam sessions as well as the collective push towards continual improvement that comes in formal and informal settings. Liam’s career so far in music has taught him valuable life lessons as well in the areas of relationship building and maintenance as well as the development of internal motivations to keep improving. Liam’s band, Cane Mill Road, has put out 2 studio albums and 1 live album, and he is grateful for his parents and brother for supporting him every step of the way.   Connect with Liam: https://canemillroad.com/   Connect with us: http://www.lifeinthecarolinas.com/ https://www.lifeinthecarolinaspodcast.com/   Carl@lifeinthecarolinas.com   Liam Purcell appeared on Life in the Carolinas in 2015 at the age of 12. This is the segment: https://youtu.be/EGt0I6dY3I0    

I’ve lived in Western North Carolina for 40 years and had never been to MerleFest until a few weeks ago. And I'm here to tell you MerleFest is one of the most organized music events I’ve ever attended with an amazing lineup of talent. This was the 31st year and it's like a big camp for musicians and music fans held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Imagine over 100 incredible performers on 13 stages over four days. Some highlights of MerleFest 2018 are included in the conversations I had with some of this year’s performers in their element. Enjoy!

MerleFest, founded in 1988 and one of the best music festivals in the country, is an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans, held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, NC. Learn about the history of the festival and hear from some of the top performers, including Town Mountain, The East Pointers and Nu-Blu! A fun time is always had by all so get to MerleFest!

Josh Wyant grew up playing baseball in North Carolina and was never the standout player but always had a passion for the game and worked hard at getting better. He was a three sport athlete between cross country, baseball and swimming and as college grew closer, he was told his best shot was at running. In his senior year of high school he moved to a new high school and was given the opportunity to improve himself to the level he needed through a coach who did more for him in that one season than any other coach in his life, Coach Pete Hardee. Between Josh's hard work and dedication and Coach Hardee's guidance, he was able to pursue a college baseball career with stops at Winston Salem State,Wilkes Community College and LeMoyne Owen College. Although these college baseball programs were within some of the lowest ranked conferences in NCAA baseball, Josh was able to put up some good numbers, even when playing some of the top schools in the nation during non conference games. "Never in my life was I a highly recruited player so I basically made the decision to go overseas as soon as I heard about it," replied Josh when asked about why he decided to play overseas. "I was well aware pro ball was never going to be an option for me and if I was going to keep playing baseball after college I was going to have to make my own opportunities just like I had done for college." During the fall of his senior year (2013) of college baseball Josh heard about the option to play in Europe after stumbling upon the IBC website while doing some research and signed up without even thinking much about it. However to Josh's surprise, within a few weeks he had emails from clubs from five different countries about coming to play.......

We check out a new exhibit with artifacts from Balckbeard's Queen Anne's Revenge, go an electric bike tour of Asheville, visit Historic Murray's Mill in Catawba, preview Merlefest in Wilkesboro and Deborah Holt Noel visits Elizabeth City on their First Friday Art Walk.

The "Great Recession" has hurt many communities in North Carolina. But in Wilkes, Ashe, & Allegheny counties, it did more than harm to the furniture, textile & other local industries, it crippled some of them. Many jobs that went away, will not be coming back. Enter Wilkes Community College, the school which services those counties, with a plan to tackle the joblessness.

The "Great Recession" has hurt many communities in North Carolina. But in Wilkes, Ashe, & Allegheny counties, it did more than harm to the furniture, textile & other local industries, it crippled some of them. Many jobs that went away, will not be coming back. Enter Wilkes Community College, the school which services those counties, with a plan to tackle the joblessness.

Thursday April 19 at 9:00pm: Nature Research Center Raleigh, NC This showcase addition to the NC Museum of Natural Sciences is opening this weekend. Check out our preview. Island Farm Manteo, NC Step back in time at this historic farm on the outskirts of Manteo. The Morehead Inn Charlotte, NC Explore this grand B&B in the heart of Charlotte. MerleFest Wilkesboro, NC Get the lowdown on this amazing festival at the campus of Wilkes Community College. MerleFest Food Wilkesboro, NC Bob Garner introduces us to the folks at Wilkes Community College Culinary School and learns how they prepare for MerleFest.

We kick off another Inside Music Row with Dierks Bentley and the mention of his sixth album, "Home."  Dailey and Vincent are discussed next as they are releasing their second exclusive Cracker Barrel project titled "The Gospel Side of Dailey and Vincent."  Up next is Janie Fricke as she is putting a bluegrass spin on several of her well-known hits with her latest album "Country Side of Bluegrass."  Janie is now out on the road with The Roys.  Merlefest is mentioned next as it is shaping up for its twenty-fifth year in 2012.  The four-day April festival has over 70 acts already booked at the Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina.  Sam Bush, Bela Fleck, Sierra Hull, Jim Lauderdale, Steep Canyon Rangers, and Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superatives are just some of the musicians in the lineup.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with Charley Pride and his song "Santa and the Kids."