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From the Editor: Stars of Our Town

We’re about to celebrate one of our favorite things here in our mountain town of Roanoke, Virginia.

The Mountain Q&A – Tom Bailey: Executive Director of the Southern Highland Craft Guild

Tom Bailey is leading the second-oldest craft organization in America toward its 100th birthday with big dreams for its future in multiple locations.

Photo Recap: 2024 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion

The 2024 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion (BRRR), a three-day music festival, kicked off with cool temps and a packed crowd that made their way to one of the 12 stages to hear their band of choice.

The Mountain Q&A – Kasey Krouse: Tree Advocate Wears Many Hats

Knoxville’s urban forester since 2012 promotes the benefits of trees while growing the region’s tree canopy. He was educated at Purdue and, with his wife, Beth, is the father of two young daughters.

Singing in the Garden: The Grass on the Other Side

"The variety of all things forms a pleasure." —Euripides

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The late Bob Kinsey sits beneath the Roanoke Star in 2014 at age 89.

From the Editor: Stars of Our Town

We’re about to celebrate one of our favorite things here in our mountain town of Roanoke, Virginia.
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The Mountain Q&A – Tom Bailey: Executive Director of the Southern Highland Craft Guild

Tom Bailey is leading the second-oldest craft organization in America toward its 100th birthday with big dreams for its future in multiple locations.
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Photo Recap: 2024 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion

The 2024 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion (BRRR), a three-day music festival, kicked off with cool temps and a packed crowd that made their way to one of the 12 stages to hear their band of choice.
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The Mountain Q&A – Kasey Krouse: Tree Advocate Wears Many Hats

Knoxville’s urban forester since 2012 promotes the benefits of trees while growing the region’s tree canopy. He was educated at Purdue and, with his wife, Beth, is the father of two young daughters.
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Singing in the Garden: The Grass on the Other Side

"The variety of all things forms a pleasure." —Euripides
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Knoxville Asian Festival, August 29-30,  Knoxville, Tennessee. Photo courtesy of Asian Culture Center of TN
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Fall 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

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4th of July Parade & Festival, July 4, Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
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Summer 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS