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Aug 2015

Aug 2015
Throughout Western North Carolina sit dozens of public schools abandoned by time, consolidation, and changing demographics. In their heyday, they were community epicenters and veritable second homes for thousands of students. Today, some are boarded up, while others await imminent demolition and replacement by new state-of-the-art facilities. But there are also a handful of old schoolhouses tucked away in various corners of the mountains that have found new purpose as community centers, concert venues, historical beacons, and artists’ studios. Here’s a look at the past and present of eight of them.

Aug 2015
Throughout Western North Carolina sit dozens of public schools abandoned by time, consolidation, and changing demographics. In their heyday, they were community epicenters and veritable second homes for thousands of students. Today, some are boarded up, while others await imminent demolition and replacement by new state-of-the-art facilities. But there are also a handful of old schoolhouses tucked away in various corners of the mountains that have found new purpose as community centers, concert venues, historical beacons, and artists’ studios. Here’s a look at the past and present of eight of them.

Jul 2015
The High Country’s new aerial adventure park offers 50-foot thrills

Jul 2015
Chef Andrew Long gives okra the Louisiana treatment with an Appalachian twist

Apr 2015
Combine ease, adventure, and the great outdoors with these glamping opportunities

Apr 2015

Feb 2015
Head to Charleston this spring to tour grand estates and prize-worthy gardens

Dec 2014
Explore the healing power of plants through three pioneers in the field of herbal remedies

Oct 2014
Five celebrated chefs offer their favorite holiday dishes and the recipes to recreate them at your own family gathering

Oct 2014
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Aug 2014
Toast North Carolina’s winemaking roots with regional selection

Aug 2014
An intimate dinner prepared by local chefs is the highlight of one of WNC’s largest charity auctions

Aug 2014
Help boost reading skills for National Literacy Month

May 2014
Head across the mountains to explore all that’s new in this revitalized and thriving city

Apr 2014
Celebrate 50 years of wilderness conservation

Mar 2014
William Barłram’s historic explorations and illustrations put mountain botany lovingly in focus

Mar 2014
Aiming to be a place for regulars on the north side as well as a dining destination, Ambrozia boasts a long, wide bar constructed from pastel-stained wine boxes, warm blond wood, and touches of neon. The dinner and brunch selections are concise, but parts of the menu change weekly.

Dec 2013
County: Watauga, Population: 1,425

Oct 2013

Aug 2013
Bursting with shops and eateries in quaint brick buildings, Black Mountain looks and feels like a storybook village brought to life. Nestled in the Swannanoa Valley, the town first rose to prominence as a stop for tourists traveling to Mount Mitchell by train, and later by automobile. Modern travelers will also find it a charming place to explore.

Aug 2013
Forager Alan Muskat leads a group into the woods to harvest the ingredients of a wild dinner

Aug 2013
Tie on an apron for culinary classes with Paris native Ghislaine Mahler

Jul 2013
True. We're biased. But we can't imagine a better place than the mountains to meet your local farmer, become a food entrepreneur, nosh on artisan eats, and savor a pint (or three).

Jun 2013
Two landmarks celebrate milestone anniversaries

Jun 2013
With secret menus and exciting venues, Blind Pig supper club creates one-of-a-kind experiences for culinary adventurers

Jun 2013
At just 18, Chef Michaila Cowles Cosmus welcomes diners to Huckleberry’s in Lake Lure

Apr 2013
Cullowhee reels in the Southeastern Fly Fishing Festival

Apr 2013
Weaverville lays out the welcome mat for new restaurants

Jan 2013
Make the most of winter’s laid-back pace with our list of guaranteed ways to pamper yourself—mind, body, and spirit

Jan 2013
Make your way to the High Country for outdoor winter revelry

Oct 2012
A new take on stuffing will be your next crush

Oct 2012
Bubbly winter sparklers offer five reasons to raise a glass

Oct 2012
Restaurateur Joe Scully dishes on his new Asheville eatery, Chestnut, and shares recipes and tips for a delicious holiday celebration

Oct 2012
Native American and Southern Appalachian cuisine meet at the home of a Cherokee couple

Aug 2012

Aug 2012
An Asian-inspired portobello dish leads the way to fall