Favorite Articles
Meadow River Lumber Company
The little town of Rainelle came into being as the result of the world’s largest hardwood mill, run by the Brothers Raine. Gone now for more than three decades, Meadow River Lumber lives only in the memories of older members of its former home. Read more
Jan 22, 2005
Franklin’s Lost Cabin
Across east Tennessee, a mystique remains when it comes to Franklin – the ill-fated “lost state” named for Benjamin Franklin. Read more
Jan 1, 2010
The Big Itch
Poison ivy is nothing to be trifled with. Years ago, I wrote a column for this magazine called “In Praise of Poison Ivy” – about how its berries keep birds alive in winters when there is little else for them to eat... Read more
Sep 1, 2004
Reader Favorites: Ty Cobb: Death in the Dark
Ty Cobb was among the best baseball players ever. What contributed to his success and uncompromising style on the field and in life? Read more
May 1, 2003
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