The French Broad
The French Broad
Aug 2017
From rugs to purses, Alexander Wyly Smith’s textile designs reach retail markets worldwide
Oct 2016
Embark on a tour of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits of the vine.
Jun 2016
Even a century later, the Great Flood of 1916’s watery depths haunt Western North Carolina
Aug 2015
Asheville artist Matt Tommey’s sculptural baskets reflect nature’s wild creativity
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.
Oct 2014
An up-and-coming Asheville restaurant will showcase innovative and sustainable design
Dec 2013
You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.
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).
Apr 2013
Save the French Broad Float combines environmental activism and waterborne adventure
Jun 2012
Meet a group of outdoor entrepreneurs who mix business and pleasure in the pursuit of great gear
Oct 2011
The Buncombe Turnpike blazed a trail to market for drovers and farmers and helped open the mountains to tourists
Sep 2011
Autumn is upon us, and you can park yourself in the backyard and watch the leaves put on a show.
Jul 2011
It's stand-up paddleboarding, and it's riding a wave of popularity on lakes and rivers
Sep 2010
Get those futuristic images of hovercars and robot butlers out of your head. We asked experts to give more accurate predictions for WNC’s future when it comes to environmental health, public land, Population growth, education, jobs, and agriculture
Jul 2010
We all love our mountain environment, but how well do we take care of it? Here’s a look at where we stand: What WNC is doing right, and how we can improve
Oct 2009
A young couple’s adventure in Costa Rica leads to meaningful pairings of Family, friends, cacao, and chili peppers
Aug 2009
Western North Carolina’s growth comes with a price, and our rivers are paying it