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Courtesy Cleveland Bradley Public Library History Branch
The Lost County of James
A fierce streak of independence took the form, not long after the Civil War, of a set of far east Tennesseans establishing their own county. Read more
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Courtesy of Joe Morris
Forging a New Trail in Life
A series of tragedies steered Joe Morris toward the Appalachian Trail—and a new calling. Read more
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Lara Ressler Horst
2023 Festival & Event Guide
Food and drink! Music and artworks! Seasonal celebrations galore! Pick your favorite festival theme and start planning. Read more
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Then & Now
The 469-mile roadway through the mountains of Virginia and North Carolina was designed, back in the 1930s, to be a timeless experience. In many ways it has remained so. Read more
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Courtesy of Explore Asheville / Photo by Art Meripol
Rhododendron Revelry: An Ode to the Region's Iconic Shrub
Covering more than 74 million acres of the South, this woody plant plays an important role in ecology, culture and childhood memory. Read more
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Kate Simon
Queen for a Day: Delightful, Delicious Train Rides
Whether it’s aboard the Alleghany Special or the Blue Ridge Flyer, a Virginia Scenic Railway ride can transform your day, regally. Read more
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