October 16, 2013

Frank Norris's grandfather made this wooden train for Frank's father, in about 1917.

My Grandfather Made His Own…

From musical instruments to moonshine, from furniture to horseshoes, our readers’ grandfathers were a busy lot.
This tract, near the Appalachian Trail and several signature peaks, has been protected.

Coal Ash Monitored, Parkway Lands Protected

Also, a 601-acre, 6,000-foot-elevation tract near Roan Mountain is protected.

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Behind Blue Ridge Country

Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it

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