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New Book From BRC Contributor

Julia Nunnally Duncan’s new book, “All We Have Loved” (Finishing Line Press; release date of November 10), presents more than 30 of Duncan’s essays, three of which first appeared in our pages.

Creature Feature: Wild Again

Appalachian Bear Rescue helps displaced cubs return to their native habitat.

Phillipi, West Virginia, to Honor Barbour County’s Fallen Soldiers

Tiny Phillipi, West Virginia, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its Spirit of the American Doughboy monument on November 4, with the placing of a red carnation for each fallen solider from Barbour County from World War I to present.

A New Family Tradition is Born: Christmas Trees and Holly Branches

The grandsons’ tree selection must pass the E-mama test. Somehow, it always does.

The Holiday Spirit

Where else to find it than with a dog.

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New Book From BRC Contributor

Julia Nunnally Duncan’s new book, “All We Have Loved” (Finishing Line Press; release date of November 10), presents more than 30 of Duncan’s essays, three of which first appeared in our pages.
Bear rescues occur most often after young bears are orphaned when their mothers are struck by cars, shot by landowners or euthanized for feeding on garbage and showing no signs of fear.

Creature Feature: Wild Again

Appalachian Bear Rescue helps displaced cubs return to their native habitat.
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Phillipi, West Virginia, to Honor Barbour County’s Fallen Soldiers

Tiny Phillipi, West Virginia, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its Spirit of the American Doughboy monument on November 4, with the placing of a red carnation for each fallen solider from Barbour County from World War I to present.
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A New Family Tradition is Born: Christmas Trees and Holly Branches

The grandsons’ tree selection must pass the E-mama test. Somehow, it always does.
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The Holiday Spirit

Where else to find it than with a dog.
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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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