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Yonni Gets New Kid-Based Digs at Grandfather Mountain

Many folks in our region have enjoyed a sweet treat at the former Fudge Shop at North Carolina’s Grandfather Mountain, but come mid-year, visits to this space will reveal a new identity.

The Mountain Q&A – John Blenko: President of Blenko Glass in Milton, West Virginia

John Blenko is the fourth generation to lead this 131-year-old company in making hand-blown glass popular throughout the world.

Singing in the Garden: Beauty and Terror

"Let Everything happen to you, beauty and terror, just keep going, no feeling is final." ~Rainer Maria Rilke

Rocky Mount, Virginia: ‘You May Think You Know Us, But We’re Something Else’

Nestled between the Blue Ridge and the Piedmont and sitting halfway between Roanoke and Martinsville, Rocky Mount claims its unique dual identities beautifully.

Help for Hellbender? Tiny Bog Turtle Imperiled Too

Biologists look for help to protect several mountain species.

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Grandfather Mountain’s new Yonni’s Clubhouse will aim mountain science at kids ages 5 to 12.

Yonni Gets New Kid-Based Digs at Grandfather Mountain

Many folks in our region have enjoyed a sweet treat at the former Fudge Shop at North Carolina’s Grandfather Mountain, but come mid-year, visits to this space will reveal a new identity.
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The Mountain Q&A – John Blenko: President of Blenko Glass in Milton, West Virginia

John Blenko is the fourth generation to lead this 131-year-old company in making hand-blown glass popular throughout the world.
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Singing in the Garden: Beauty and Terror

"Let Everything happen to you, beauty and terror, just keep going, no feeling is final." ~Rainer Maria Rilke
Sitting across from the Harvester, Rocky Mount’s LOVE sign tells the region’s story simply and beautifully.

Rocky Mount, Virginia: ‘You May Think You Know Us, But We’re Something Else’

Nestled between the Blue Ridge and the Piedmont and sitting halfway between Roanoke and Martinsville, Rocky Mount claims its unique dual identities beautifully.
About 2,000 Southern bog turtles remain.

Help for Hellbender? Tiny Bog Turtle Imperiled Too

Biologists look for help to protect several mountain species.
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Coyote (Canis latrans) wandering out from the forest into the loop road on a summer late morning.
Country Roads

Critters Crossing! 

States across the Blue Ridge are investing in wildlife crossings to protect animals and improve roadway safety.

September 1, 2026
Eugenia Williams House. Photo courtesy of Bruce Cole
Country Roads

A Mystery on the River

The once-private estate of enigmatic heiress Eugenia Williams is now open to visitors.

September 1, 2026

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