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Aug 2014
A new release tracks Appalachia’s Scots-Irish tunes and traditions

Jun 2014
Ben Lovett left Hollywood behind for Asheville, but there’s no stopping his rock ‘n’ roll filmmaking

Apr 2014
Bike, run, and paddle for a good cause

Mar 2014
Swannanoa painter Sally Sweetland brings an architect's eye to painting

Mar 2014
From the stone exterior to the gallery of handmade curios held within, an artistic couple’s Brasstown abode stirs feelings of home and away

Dec 2013
Photographer Rob Amberg chronicles the raw beauty and complexities of everyday life in Madison County

Oct 2013
Jennifer Thomas of Montford Walk-In Bakery shares recipes perfect for the holidays

Aug 2013
Tryon painter, curator, and rabble-rouser Margaret Curtis goes beyond boundaries

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

Apr 2013
Weaverville lays out the welcome mat for new restaurants

Apr 2013
Dive into a refreshing Mayfelade to beat the heat

Mar 2013
In Big Sandy Mush, a couple invites U-pickers to harvest an array of brilliant blooms

Mar 2013
An outdoor skills program introduces women to fishing, archery, plant identification, and a heightened sense of confidence

Mar 2013
Lake Lure residents envision a greener future for a decommissioned historic bridge

Mar 2013
This year, MerleFest honors the life and legacy of one of the country's greatest pickers

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

Jan 2013
Rutherfordton brightens the spotlight on its role in the state’s gold rush

Oct 2012
Meet a modern breed of distillers honoring the moonshine traditions of the past, while elevating our region’s growing reputation for craft liquor

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

Oct 2012
Gourds will fly during Hayesville’s annual Punkin Chunkin Festival

Aug 2012
A leader in women's fashions kept its roots and headquarters in Rutherfordton

Aug 2012
Trips For Kids introduces youth to the joys of biking in the wild

Aug 2012
Celebrating 90 years, High Hampton Inn stays true to its roots with a sweet family favorite

Aug 2012
At possibly America's longest-running family gathering, the Silers celebrate lifes milestones and the ties that bind

Jul 2012
The owners of the Inn at Little Pond Farm welcome guests for an instructive culinary fête

Jun 2012
There are endless reasons we all fall for the mountains, but one enchants us above all others: This place feels like home in our hearts. Here, five writers share how their deep connections to these hills were forged with Sunday drives, old-time music, wildflower hikes, and through the discovery of inspiration and strength.

Jun 2012
There are endless reasons we all fall for the mountains, but one enchants us above all others: This place feels like home in our hearts. Here, five writers share how their deep connections to these hills were forged with Sunday drives, old-time music, wildflower hikes, and through the discovery of inspiration and strength.

Jun 2012
There are endless reasons we all fall for the mountains, but one enchants us above all others: This place feels like home in our hearts. Here, five writers share how their deep connections to these hills were forged with Sunday drives, old-time music, wildflower hikes, and through the discovery of inspiration and strength.

Jun 2012
Horses lead the way to healing and strength for students at Therapeutic Riding of Tryon

Jun 2012
Carrie Wagner's cultural exchanges bring home global insights meant to be shared

Jun 2012
Climbing Toward Confidence teaches girls to find their inner strength

Jun 2012
Three dads blaze a trail (and skirt death) in the name of adventure

Jun 2012
A hungry chef elevates energy treats beyond the sweet