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25 Years of Rhythm and Roots at the Birthplace of Country Music
Twenty-five years ago, a small festival dedicated to the music forged from the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains took
September 14, 2026
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Appalachian Trail from Va. 311 to McAfee Knob and back. 7.6 miles.
At Carvins Cove Preserve, a loop using the Horse Pen, Gauntlet, Brushy Mountain and Trough trails. About 7.5 miles
The Wannabe Chef learns to love coconut with her dark chocolate coconut macaroons recipe.
Learn how to make an amazing dessert from our sister magazine's cover of the Roanoker Menu!
Joe Tennis stops off at this Sevierville, Tenn. resort while on assignment for our 2013 Travel Guide.
Appalachian Trail from Va. 311 to McAfee Knob and back. 7.6 miles.
At Carvins Cove Preserve, a loop using the Horse Pen, Gauntlet, Brushy Mountain and Trough trails. About 7.5 miles
The Wannabe Chef learns to love coconut with her dark chocolate coconut macaroons recipe.
Learn how to make an amazing dessert from our sister magazine's cover of the Roanoker Menu!
Joe Tennis stops off at this Sevierville, Tenn. resort while on assignment for our 2013 Travel Guide.
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Singing in the Garden
Singing in the Garden: The Practically Perfect Pear
“There are only 10 minutes in the life of [the average] pear when it is perfect to eat.” —Abraham Lincoln,
September 1, 2026
The Mountain Q&A
Vic Isley: President & CEO of Explore Asheville
“At my core, I’m a proud Carolina girl, foodie, travel and music lover, and farmer’s daughter.”
September 1, 2026
