Town of Banner Elk, North Carolina

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    May 1, 2021

    Gov. Cooper Issues Executive Order to Relax State’s Outdoor Mask Mandate and Ease Mass Gathering Limits
    Yesterday, Governor Cooper announced Executive Order 209 Easing Statewide Restrictions. Executive Order 209 will take effect this Friday, April 30th, 2021 at 5:00pm and remain in effect through June 1st, 2021 at 5:00pm.

    Key points:

    • Under the new Executive Order, masks will still be required indoors but are no longer mandated outdoors. Masks are still strongly recommended outdoors by NC DHHS in crowded areas and higher risk settings where social distancing is difficult.
    • Executive Order No. 209 will also increase mass gathering capacity limits. The number of people who may gather indoors will increase from 50 to 100 and the number of people who may gather outdoors will increase from 100 to 200.
    • Occupancy limits currently in place will remain the same.

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    The Town Hall and The Historic Banner Elk School will be open to the public by appointment until further notice.  Town Hall staff are available by appointment, phone and email during regular office hours.  828-898-5398

    We apologize for any inconveniences this creates during this trying time.  Please know that the Town continues to monitor developments and take appropriate actions to provide service continuity.

    The Town of Banner Elk will continue to follow State and Federal guidance on issues related to COVID-19.

    PLEASE USE THE LINKS BELOW FOR INFORMATION AND UPDATES ON CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)

    North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services  (NCDHHS)

    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention   (CDC)

    Avery County

    Welcome to the Town of Banner Elk


    Banner Elk, in Avery County, North Carolina is located in the mountains of western North Carolina and is home to a bustling community filled with High Country activities such as skiing, golfing, hiking, horseback riding, rafting, and fishing.

    Banner Elk is in the center of The High Country and is the ski capitol of the South. This is the destination for thousands of people who love the great outdoors and southern culture. The main attraction is the very agreeable climate, the local citizens, and the year-round activities found in the high country.  Many gated communities can be found nestled in Banner Elk’s countryside.

    With a number of fine accommodations to choose from, world-class restaurants and unique shops found in town, Banner Elk offers much for the seasonal vacationer as well as for our temporary and permanent residents.

    Year-round residents benefit from the growing popularity of the western North Carolina Mountains. Our local residents comprise the area's largest growing number of professionals, service personnel, and skilled trades people.

    Come visit Banner Elk... and who knows, you just might stay!

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