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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.

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

Book Note: Grandma Gatewood’s Walk

by Ben Montgomery. Chicago Review Press. 2015. 266 pp.

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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
Ben Montgomery. Chicago Review Press. 2015. 266 pp.

Book Note: Grandma Gatewood’s Walk

by Ben Montgomery. Chicago Review Press. 2015. 266 pp.
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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
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Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

June 26, 2026

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