Wilkes County is located in the northwestern part of North Carolina and is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains region. The county seat is Wilkesboro.

Wilkes 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 policy decisions. The county also has a Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for law enforcement, and a Register of Deeds, which is responsible for recording and maintaining public records.

The county is home to several colleges and universities, including Wilkes Community College, Appalachian State University, and Lees-McRae College. Wilkes County is also home to several state parks, including Stone Mountain State Park, Elk Knob State Park, and W. Kerr Scott Reservoir.

The county is served by several major highways, including US Highway 421, US Highway 321, and US Highway 64. The county is also served by several airports, including Wilkes County Airport, Hickory Regional Airport, and Tri-Cities Regional Airport.

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