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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
In a blazing snowstorm, a Marion resident recounts a stranger’s act of kindness
Sep 2023
Guitar, vocals, lyrics—the Asheville-based musician does it all. Go behind the scenes to learn about Ramsey’s life on the road, the joys of playing music live, and his journey home.
Sep 2023
Sculptor Shae Bishop’s mixture of clay and textile reflects on gender, history, and culture
Jun 2023
Betty's Biscuits lands a storefront in Boone, two new eateries expand WNC"s cultural cuisine, and Little D's promises upscale dining with meat and veggies menu
Dec 2022
Local vendors peddle their wares through the High Country cold, providing produce and local goods in Boone
Dec 2022
Bella & Oliver Soap Co. brings unique, all-natural bath products to WNC
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
Aug 2022
A combination of indigenous land management techniques and innovative approaches to restoration offers partial answers to the challenges of a changing climate in Western North Carolina forests
Mar 2022
Get up close and personal with the season’s most striking feathered friends
Dec 2021
Even in the depths of the cold season, these lower-elevation routes keep the wheels turning
Aug 2021
50 years ago, a grassroots groundswell fought the federal agency’s plan to reshape the French Broad River Basin
Jun 2021
A contemporary cabin on Lake James offers enduring style and a blissfully slow pace
Dec 2020
Find great shopping, dining, and family-friendly skiing in the quaint village of Blowing Rock
Sep 2020
Standout stories from regional lore that confound and fascinate with each retelling
Sep 2020
In WNC's central region, follow these routes to explore the Linville Gorge and Lake James, Mount Mitchell, and the region's forestry heritage