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November 1, 2026
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A story about shopkeepers, storytellers and superlatives.
Realizing a rite of passage with a little help from Granddad.
It’s all about getting down to the sheers.
They range in elevation from a minimum of 289 feet above sea level along the James River in Nelson County, Virginia, to Yancey County, North Carolina’s 6,684 elevation at the top of Mount Mitchell.
The South River Greenway offers an easy walk along its namesake river. And before you start, feast your eyes on award-winning mural artworks.
A story about shopkeepers, storytellers and superlatives.
Realizing a rite of passage with a little help from Granddad.
They range in elevation from a minimum of 289 feet above sea level along the James River in Nelson County, Virginia, to Yancey County, North Carolina’s 6,684 elevation at the top of Mount Mitchell.
The South River Greenway offers an easy walk along its namesake river. And before you start, feast your eyes on award-winning mural artworks.
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25 Years of Rhythm and Roots at the Birthplace of Country Music
Twenty-five years ago, a small festival dedicated to the music forged from the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains took
September 14, 2026
Singing in the Garden
Singing in the Garden: The Practically Perfect Pear
“There are only 10 minutes in the life of [the average] pear when it is perfect to eat.” —Abraham Lincoln,
September 1, 2026
