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Seeking the Stars
The dark spots in these mountains – where streetlights and other brightness from the ground don’t compromise the views of the stars as much as in most places – are home not just to telescopes, but also to curious, sky-peering people. more »
Mar 1, 2013 by Cara Ellen Modisett in Features
Connecting Generations by Moon Signs and Love
Can moon phases, signs, planetary retrogrades and other bits of lore from “The Old Farmer’s Almanac” really have an influence on our health and well-being? more »
Jan 1, 2013 by Marla Hardee Milling in Features
One of Our Own: Remembering Doc Watson
There is perhaps no musician more treasured in these mountains than Arthel “Doc” Watson, who died in May at the age of 89, and whose music and spirit will live on for many years to come, here and all over the world. more »
Oct 15, 2012 by Jennifer McGaha in Features (1 Comments)
Movies in the Mountains
Our beautiful mountain geography; our small, charming, sometimes frozen-in-time towns; our warm welcome; our reasonable prices for things. They’re all part of what brings Hollywood to the Blue Ridge region... more »
Jul 1, 2012 by Cara Ellen Modisett in Features
Dogs Love Summer
And they love it for the same reasons we do. It’s fun to go outside, it’s fun to walk along trails and get wet in the heat. But of course canines have some other reasons to love summer too, like getting to chase stuff, to pose for the camera... more »
May 1, 2012 by Our Fantastic Readers! You in Features
