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Singing in the Garden: Tasting the Future

"There’s no such place as ‘away.’ When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere." ~Annie Leonard

November/December Skywatch: A Star Like Our Sun Twinkles Overhead

Almost all stars seen on a clear night are intrinsically much larger and much brighter than the sun. But one star is neither.

An Artisan Era Ends at Stuart Nye Hand Wrought Jewelry

When World War I veteran Stuart Nye bought a few second-hand tools and a small supply of sterling silver in 1933, he had no idea his jewelry-making business would last 91 years.

Book Note: Rednecks

by Taylor Brown. St. Martin’s Press, 2024. 310 pp.

Forest Service Seeks Fire Protection

The problem gets less attention than in the West, but still occurs.

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Singing in the Garden: Tasting the Future

"There’s no such place as ‘away.’ When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere." ~Annie Leonard
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November/December Skywatch: A Star Like Our Sun Twinkles Overhead

Almost all stars seen on a clear night are intrinsically much larger and much brighter than the sun. But one star is neither.
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An Artisan Era Ends at Stuart Nye Hand Wrought Jewelry

When World War I veteran Stuart Nye bought a few second-hand tools and a small supply of sterling silver in 1933, he had no idea his jewelry-making business would last 91 years.
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Book Note: Rednecks

by Taylor Brown. St. Martin’s Press, 2024. 310 pp.
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Forest Service Seeks Fire Protection

The problem gets less attention than in the West, but still occurs.
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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

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