Avery County is located in the western part of North Carolina and is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is the largest county in the state, with an area of 517 square miles. The county seat is Newland.

The county is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected by the citizens of the county. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and making decisions on county services.

The county is served by the Avery County Schools system, which consists of seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The county also has a community college, Mayland Community College, which offers a variety of educational and technical programs.

The county is home to several state parks, including Grandfather Mountain State Park, Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, and Roan Mountain State Park. The county also has several national forests, including Pisgah National Forest and Nantahala National Forest.

The county is served by several major highways, including US 221, US 19, US 23, and US 321. The county is also served by the Blue Ridge Parkway, which runs through the county.

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