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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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From “The Strange Post-Biltmore Life of Cornelia Vanderbilt,” to the “Entire Mountain Town that Was Sold at Auction,” revisit our most-read stories of 2017 at BlueRidgeCountry.com/Faves17.
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Tasty tacos, a coworker's wedding and hiker babies were all part of Kurt's September hikes.
Big views, pleasant loops and ice cream rewards can all be found in Kurt's August hikes.
Ready to see week 160 of our Favorite Facebook photos? Tell us your favorite shot in the comments!
From “The Strange Post-Biltmore Life of Cornelia Vanderbilt,” to the “Entire Mountain Town that Was Sold at Auction,” revisit our most-read stories of 2017 at BlueRidgeCountry.com/Faves17.
Ready to see week 159 of our Favorite Facebook photos? Tell us your favorite shot in the comments!
Tasty tacos, a coworker's wedding and hiker babies were all part of Kurt's September hikes.
Big views, pleasant loops and ice cream rewards can all be found in Kurt's August hikes.
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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
