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Sep 2024
Abundantly growing in Appalachia, fungi can be found throughout WNC. Here’s our guide to safely finding—and growing—your own in our backyard.
Aug 2024
Dreaming of a chic wedding in the city? Pull off an urban event with ease using these top planning tips.
Aug 2024
Two avid hikers combine their love for the outdoors and each other with an elopement that is authentic and unforgettable
May 2024
Western North Carolina’s iconic watershed continues its journey of preservation and growth into the future
Feb 2024
Nineteen influential women who have had a positive impact on Western North Carolina
Nov 2023
Western North Carolina’s clear skies offer plenty of sites to catch an amazing, unpolluted view of the cosmos. Check out these epic locations to view the night sky, along with tips and resources for stargazing hobbyists.
Nov 2023
A lavish soirée rich with color and cultural significance on the grounds of the famed Biltmore Estate
Sep 2023
Co-authored by two proud Appalachians, a new cookbook shares more than just recipes
Sep 2023
The life and legacy of celebrated bluegrass musician Earl Scruggs gets a standing ovation in his native Shelby
Sep 2023
In September and October, the orange-hued monarch butterfly visits Western North Carolina
Jun 2023
For nearly 100 years, the Ela Dam has interrupted the flow of the Oconaluftee River. But now, a team of locals are restoring the waterway.
Mar 2023
An abundant resource, poplar wood has a staggering mountain history
Mar 2023
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation preserves a legacy while forging the future
Dec 2022
Local vendors peddle their wares through the High Country cold, providing produce and local goods in Boone
Dec 2022
Clear views Architect Rob Carlton designed the home to take advantage of views of the sky above and valley below.
Sep 2022
Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture, a WNC nonprofit, shares regional recipes from its members
Sep 2022
Following Hernando de Soto’s historic–and devastating–legacy through the South
Sep 2022
From the galleries of Asheville to the backroad studios of world-class artisans, amble along the Blue Ridge Craft Trails to discover the creative spirit of the North Carolina mountains
Jun 2022
Old Fort’s Black community is creating outdoor recreational areas to rejuvenate their home
May 2022
As visitation to the Blue Ridge Parkway reaches a record high, check out some lesser-known, but worthy, stops
Mar 2022
Get up close and personal with the season’s most striking feathered friends
Mar 2022
WNC’s boomtown has mighty good neighbors—meet 10 nearby communities prized for their own style of livability