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Heirloom Rivers in the Blue Ridge: Wild & Scenic Rivers Act Turns 50

For 50 years, the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (1968) has protected 208 rivers flowing through 40 states and Puerto Rico via balance and responsible stewardship.

Two North Carolina Land Tracts Preserved

Another 110 acres of North Carolina mountains will be preserved for ecological health and public enjoyment thanks to the Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina.

New Festival Puts Bigfoot in the Spotlight

If you ask John Bruner if Bigfoot exists, he’ll tell you about an encounter he had in August 2017 near Lake James in McDowell County, North Carolina.

Tennessee Theatre Hits Milestone 90 Years

Celebration includes 1928 admission prices: 40 cents matinee; 60 cents evenings.

Meet the New Owners of The Swag

David and Annie Colquitt, along with their children, Will and Ruby, have a long tie to the Swag, and now ownership.

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North Carolina’s Wilson Creek is one of the region’s five designated Wild & Scenic Rivers.

Heirloom Rivers in the Blue Ridge: Wild & Scenic Rivers Act Turns 50

For 50 years, the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (1968) has protected 208 rivers flowing through 40 states and Puerto Rico via balance and responsible stewardship.
This protected tract will expand North Carolina’s Fonta Flora Trail.

Two North Carolina Land Tracts Preserved

Another 110 acres of North Carolina mountains will be preserved for ecological health and public enjoyment thanks to the Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina.
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New Festival Puts Bigfoot in the Spotlight

If you ask John Bruner if Bigfoot exists, he’ll tell you about an encounter he had in August 2017 near Lake James in McDowell County, North Carolina.
Knoxville’s Tennessee Theatre underwent a $25 million renovation in 2005.

Tennessee Theatre Hits Milestone 90 Years

Celebration includes 1928 admission prices: 40 cents matinee; 60 cents evenings.
David and Annie Colquitt, along with their children, Will and Ruby: They have a long tie to the Swag, and now ownership.

Meet the New Owners of The Swag

David and Annie Colquitt, along with their children, Will and Ruby, have a long tie to the Swag, and now ownership.
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Much of the Oklawaha Greenway is lined with trees.
The Good Walk

Walking Oklawaha Greenway

Located just minutes from downtown Hendersonville, North Carolina, this 3.25-mile scenic pathway winds through forests and wetlands.

May 1, 2026

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