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Seeing Southern: Drinking Up Sylva NC
What pairs better with falling leaves and wood burning fires? Craft beer, of course. Head to western North Carolina to the small town of Sylva and enjoy craft beer at its finest. more
Seeing Southern
Seeing Southern: Love's Farewell Tour International Storytelling Festival
Everyone is a storyteller. You and me, for, after all, our lives are made up of a chain of stories stringing childhood to old age and who better to convey them that the ones who have a front row seat as the yarn unravels. Experience the best stories. more
Spartanburg: From Mill Town To Art Town
Once upon a time, Spartanburg, South Carolina was known as the Lowell of the South, with upwards of 40 textile mills operating full tilt throughout the county. Now it has a new identity—as a center for artists and the art they create. more
"Virginia" in Virginia: Discovering Patsy Cline in Winchester
Walking Winchester in the relentless rain of a soggy spring could not dampen my enthusiasm to see the home of a country music legend. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Old Favorite Summer Hikes and a New Stretch of New River Trail Biking
Carvins Cove, Watoga State Park, Bicycling on the New River Trail and more make up Kurt's June and July hikes. more
Our Favorite Photos: Spartanburg, SC
Take a look at some of our favorite photos of Spartanburg, SC. more
Spartanburg? More Like "Get-Out-And-Go-Burg!"
Known as the Hub City, Spartanburg, South Carolina’s charm arises from the many spokes that come together to make the city a vibrant community. more
Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is “On the Lake” Again This Year!
Don't miss the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival 2018! more
Kurt Rheinheimer
From Coast to Cove
A coastline, Carvins Cove and a few more spots make Kurt's summer hikes pleasant ones. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Lots of Carvins Cove and a Bit of the Shenandoah
Kurt's April hikes include plenty of Carvins Cove, along with other great spots. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Mostly Local
A favorite walk and beautiful spring views make Kurt's March hikes terrific ones. more
Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes
Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home - back to where it all began: my first assignment for Blue Ridge Country. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Bobcats! (Not)
Kurt's February hikes included a Valentine's hike, frozen waterfalls and ... a bobcat?! more
Judy Garrison
Seeing Southern: The Super Bowl . . . of Sorts
The Super Bowl has nothing on these guys. Instead of a stadium and a football, you've got a ski slope, an outhouse and hundreds of your best friends cheering you toward the finish line. Experience the Outhouse Races in Sapphire, North Carolina. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Cold n Urban
Kurt's January hikes included braving the cold weather, an old favorite and beautiful views. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Through the Cold
Cold weather couldn't deter Kurt and family from their monthly hikes. Read on about his December 2017 adventures. more
Kurt Rheinheimer
Back to the Woods after a Month Off for a Much Bigger Cause
Kurt's hikes are back up and running after a family member's health scare and his one-in-a-million recovery. more