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September/October 2015
September/October 2015
September/October 2015
New Life for Old Schools
Throughout Western North Carolina sit dozens of public schools abandoned by time, consolidation, and changing demographics.
From Spruce Pine with Love
Hugging the banks of the North Toe River, surrounded by blue-tinged mountains, the rural Mitchell County town of Spruce Pine holds a rich history, one with tales of trains and commerce, a hoard of min
The House Next Door
A grand Asheville fixer-upper becomes a forever home
Built to Last
At Hart Square in Catawba County, a man with a passion for historic structures keeps the past alive
True Blue
Asheville’s In Blue leather goods marries two local favorites: music and making
Out of the Woods
Asheville artist Matt Tommey’s sculptural baskets reflect nature’s wild creativity
Lights, Camera, Tryon!
The Polk County Film Initiative launches a new festival
Battle of Wills
A new book by Steve Inskeep illuminates the personalities behind a tragedy for the Cherokee
The Great Outdoors
Burke County is bursting with options for your next adventure
What’s New in What’s Old
Get to know local history through new exhibits at area heritage museums
The Cuban Connection
Appalachian State University launches an exchange program in Havana
Turning the PAGE
A Madison County program brings advanced literacy skills to rural girls
Seeing Appalachia
A new photography exhibit in Sparta tackles stereotypes
A Long Look Back
UNC Asheville students document life 100 years ago, when the United States was on the brink of war
Lofty Retreat
Hop the border to Virginia’s Primland for a luxury experience that reaches for the stars
Postero
From Farm to Fryer
Fill up on apple cider doughnuts fresh out of Hendersonville
Wild Flavor
The latest brewing trend brings foraged ingredients to hyper-local beers
Cuisine With a Cause
Hendersonville restaurant Dandelion serves up sustenance and job skills for those at risk of domestic violence
Earthy Delights
Savor the season with estate wines that pair perfectly with fall fare
Angel, Come Home Again
Touring Asheville with Jude Law, a local writer ponders the weight of Thomas Wolfe
Appalachian Trail: Sams Gap to Big Bald Mountain
Distance: 12.5 miles round-trip, Difficulty: Strenuous
We Hold These Truths
A Morganton couple aims to spread monuments to the country’s founding documents far and wide
