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Overlook, aka Seely’s Castle, has towered over Asheville for almost a century

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.

One of the region’s oldest African-American communities delves into its past

Home Free Bagels uplifts the homeless

Delve into new novels by North Carolina authors

LEGO sculptures bring new wildlife to the N.C. Arboretum

Laurie Lamb cooks up a homegrown potpie business in Marshall

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

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

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.

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

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).

A Catawba County landmark cranks up for a centennial celebration

Three old-time music parties for your listenin’ and pickin’ enjoyment

Author F. Scott Fitzgerald's frequent visits to the mountains yielded a turning point amid dark days

Each year, millions of visitors pass through this scenic valley in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to marvel at the wildlife that roams free. Get a glimpse of what awaits with this collection of photographs that capture one lensman’s breath-taking encounters.

Swan Creek vineyards entice with an herb festival

Julian Morton's community, Invershiel, recreated a bit of his homeland in the High Country