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Sep 2015
A Morganton couple aims to spread monuments to the country’s
founding documents far and wide
Aug 2015
Touring Asheville with Jude Law, a local writer ponders the weight of Thomas Wolfe
Aug 2015
At Hart Square in Catawba County, a man with a passion for historic
structures keeps the past alive
Aug 2015
Asheville artist Matt Tommey’s sculptural baskets reflect nature’s wild creativity
Aug 2015
UNC Asheville students document life 100 years ago, when the United States was on the brink of war
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 first full documentary on Nina Simone shows how she carried her talent, and rage, from Tryon to the world stage
Jul 2015
The fusion of tap brews and bottling creates a new wave of beer service
Apr 2015
Three friends take on the arduous challenge of running the highest mountain range in the East in a single day
Apr 2015
Bike parts maker Cane Creek Cycling Components keeps
manufacturing on track in the mountains
Apr 2015
Combine ease, adventure, and the great outdoors with these glamping opportunities
Apr 2015
Gear up and make a dash for West Virginia, where
white-water thrills, world-class climbing and mountain biking, and a hip small-town outpost await in the
New River Gorge
Mar 2015
For Asheville textile artist Barbara Zaretsky, ancient dying techniques enliven modern designs
Feb 2015
The newest blooms showcase sustainability at the Biltmore International Rose Trials
Feb 2015
Head to Charleston this spring to tour grand estates and prize-worthy gardens
Dec 2014
A Polk County entrepreneur’s soap business is making waves in biofuels research
Dec 2014
After an unprecedented internal health assessment, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians expands its approach to wellness
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
Documentary filmmaker Jeremy Seifert hungers for challenging stories about our daily diets
Oct 2014
After languishing in the Library of Congress, a set of historic Haywood County recordings is unveiled
Oct 2014
With 50 breweries counting, Western North Carolina's reputation as a craft beer mecca continues to grow, but for how long? Experts and brewers weigh in on the industry's future.
Aug 2014
An intimate dinner prepared by local chefs is the highlight of one of WNC’s largest charity auctions
