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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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What to do with all that free time now that you’re officially retired and living the life? Get a dog. Here’s why.
Summer is here and what a wonderful time of year for both people and pooches. As great as it is to get outside and enjoy all the warm weather activities together, we must keep in mind that there are also seasonal dangers for our dogs.
Our smallest oriole species arrives in the U.S. in late spring, raises (generally) a single brood, and makes an early return flight during mid to late summer to Central and South America for the winter season.
While many people quickly spot the statuesque form of a great blue heron, the secretive and smaller green heron can be elusive.
What to do with all that free time now that you’re officially retired and living the life? Get a dog. Here’s why.
Summer is here and what a wonderful time of year for both people and pooches. As great as it is to get outside and enjoy all the warm weather activities together, we must keep in mind that there are also seasonal dangers for our dogs.
Our smallest oriole species arrives in the U.S. in late spring, raises (generally) a single brood, and makes an early return flight during mid to late summer to Central and South America for the winter season.
While many people quickly spot the statuesque form of a great blue heron, the secretive and smaller green heron can be elusive.
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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
