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Art in Asheville: Meet Jenny Pickens

After finding solace and accomplishment in art, an artist seeks to give back.

Skywatch, September / October 2021: Late Summer’s Stellar Triangle

Even though summer starts sliding into fall, people look to admire and share the “Summer Triangle.” It is always a popular “skymark” of the late summer sky.

Marion, Virginia: Three Good Walks in One

Hungry Mother State Park and its host town of Marion combine for explorations into nature and an inviting downtown.

Mucking About: Secreting Away in Appalachian ‘Fens’

Thankfully, the endangered bog turtle is a master at hiding.

Mill Creek Stories: Fireworks

July 4 is a wondrous holiday, and can set the stage for further detonations.

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Jenny Pickens works on a mural in downtown Asheville, North Carolina.

Art in Asheville: Meet Jenny Pickens

After finding solace and accomplishment in art, an artist seeks to give back.
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Skywatch, September / October 2021: Late Summer’s Stellar Triangle

Even though summer starts sliding into fall, people look to admire and share the “Summer Triangle.” It is always a popular “skymark” of the late summer sky.
The Middle Fork of the Hoston River is a good fishing spot.

Marion, Virginia: Three Good Walks in One

Hungry Mother State Park and its host town of Marion combine for explorations into nature and an inviting downtown.
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Mucking About: Secreting Away in Appalachian ‘Fens’

Thankfully, the endangered bog turtle is a master at hiding.
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Mill Creek Stories: Fireworks

July 4 is a wondrous holiday, and can set the stage for further detonations.
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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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