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An Interview with Seán Keane, Irish Singer

Seán Keane knows "the U2 lads," is friends with the President of Ireland, and is honestly one of the most charming people I've ever met. Never mind that I could listen to him talk all day with his Irish accent, but he is also a

FloydFest 2014 Photo Gallery

See our photo gallery of this year's FloydFest.

The Wannabe Chef: Fruity Frozen Yogurt Pops

Want a sweet, healthy treat on a hot summer day that won't take much time to make? Try our fruity yogurt pops!

50 Great Things to See and Do This Fall: #29 – Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

See video and more photos from this iconic Bluer Ridge destination.

The Wannabe Chef: Skillet Beef Casserole

Salsa and chili powder add a Mexican flair to this beef goulash dish (and you can never go wrong with melted cheese).

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Seán Keane

An Interview with Seán Keane, Irish Singer

Seán Keane knows "the U2 lads," is friends with the President of Ireland, and is honestly one of the most charming people I've ever met. Never mind that I could listen to him talk all day with his Irish accent, but he is also a phenomenal singer.
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FloydFest 2014 Photo Gallery

See our photo gallery of this year's FloydFest.
Sydney enjoys her homemade yogurt pop.

The Wannabe Chef: Fruity Frozen Yogurt Pops

Want a sweet, healthy treat on a hot summer day that won't take much time to make? Try our fruity yogurt pops!
Cass Scenic Railroad

50 Great Things to See and Do This Fall: #29 – Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

See video and more photos from this iconic Bluer Ridge destination.
Beef Goulash

The Wannabe Chef: Skillet Beef Casserole

Salsa and chili powder add a Mexican flair to this beef goulash dish (and you can never go wrong with melted cheese).
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Departments

At Coopers Rock State Forest, new Stargazer cabins invite guests to look up through skylights and telescopes.
Country Roads

Even Closer to Almost Heaven

New Stargazer cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest offer a skyward escape in the mountains of West Virginia.

June 29, 2026
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Country Roads

A Mountain Tradition Turns 90 

Visitors flock to Galax, Virginia, each summer for the Old Fiddlers’ Convention, a days-long celebration of Appalachian music.

June 29, 2026
Synchronous Fireflies
Creature Feature

The Light Fantastic

Fireflies are struggling with the effects of artificial light.

June 29, 2026

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