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Eat, Take Tea, and Be Merry at the Historic Homestead

Standing against the test of time, this resort has been attracting families since the 18th century, including 23 presidents!

Your Chance to Meet the Mealybug

There's only one place in the world to meet these special little critters.

County Sales Remains Timeless

With how quickly things change, it's nice to know that some things stay the same.

Exploring Thomas Jefferson’s Heirloom Seedback and Gardens

Kingsport Community Creates Carousel

The Kingsport community worked for 6 years on this intricate project.

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EatTeaBeMerryatHomestead

Eat, Take Tea, and Be Merry at the Historic Homestead

Standing against the test of time, this resort has been attracting families since the 18th century, including 23 presidents!
MeettheMealybug

Your Chance to Meet the Mealybug

There's only one place in the world to meet these special little critters.
CountySalesRemainTimeless

County Sales Remains Timeless

With how quickly things change, it's nice to know that some things stay the same.
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Exploring Thomas Jefferson’s Heirloom Seedback and Gardens

The new Kingsport, TN carousel took about 60,000 man-hours to create, involving more than 300 volunteers.

Kingsport Community Creates Carousel

The Kingsport community worked for 6 years on this intricate project.
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Vibrant Monarch butterfly clings to its translucent dew covered cocoon
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Monarch Mimickers

It’s easy to mistake other orange species for the king of fall butterflies.

August 26, 2026
At Coopers Rock State Forest, new Stargazer cabins invite guests to look up through skylights and telescopes.
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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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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

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