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Oct 2013
Little libraries spread the love of reading to remote spots across Ashe County
Oct 2013
Jennifer Thomas of Montford Walk-In Bakery shares recipes perfect for the holidays
Aug 2013
Carrying sound and story is the only way to live for a musical storyteller, rock-and-roll rambler, and two gifted brothers who all call the foothills of Western North Carolina home
Aug 2013
Tryon painter, curator, and rabble-rouser Margaret Curtis goes beyond boundaries
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
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
Woodworker Chris Perryman brings handsome hand-crafted chopping boards and vessels to the table
Jun 2013
At just 18, Chef Michaila Cowles Cosmus welcomes diners to Huckleberry’s in Lake Lure
Apr 2013
Newly completed Rocky Knob Park puts Boone on the map for mountain biking enthusiasts
Apr 2013
Author F. Scott Fitzgerald's frequent visits to the mountains yielded a turning point amid dark days
Apr 2013
Two shops meld cycling with beer for a whole new spin on community hubs
Apr 2013
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.
Mar 2013
In Big Sandy Mush, a couple invites U-pickers to harvest an array of brilliant blooms
Mar 2013
Julian Morton's community, Invershiel, recreated a bit of his homeland in the High Country
Mar 2013
Head east for a historic home tour, delicious sandwiches, and furniture shopping
Mar 2013
Lake Lure residents envision a greener future for a decommissioned historic bridge
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
A woman’s decision to give her kidney to a stranger changed the course of organ donations
Nov 2012
A purveyor of chic home goods and owner of Neaco boutique shares his penchant for mod accoutrements and amusing novelties
Oct 2012
The Cherokee County Arts Council brings a colorful spin to lessons on nutrition
Oct 2012
Across cultures and continents, Akira Satake excels in both music and pottery
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
