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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
Food & Flavors
CURRENT Food & Flavors
The York, also known as the York Imperial, originated – logically enough – in York, Pennsylvania, in the early 1800s.
The Roxbury, which ripens in September and October depending on elevation, rarely makes appearances even in country stores these days as it is decidedly not a “pretty apple” by modern standards of beauty.
Cattails are native plants throughout the Blue Ridge.
As an understory tree in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the common black haw is often overlooked although it’s common in these highlands.
Virginia’s Route 11 has been chipping away since 1992.
The York, also known as the York Imperial, originated – logically enough – in York, Pennsylvania, in the early 1800s.
The Roxbury, which ripens in September and October depending on elevation, rarely makes appearances even in country stores these days as it is decidedly not a “pretty apple” by modern standards of beauty.
Cattails are native plants throughout the Blue Ridge.
As an understory tree in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the common black haw is often overlooked although it’s common in these highlands.
Virginia’s Route 11 has been chipping away since 1992.
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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
The Mountain Q&A
Vic Isley: President & CEO of Explore Asheville
“At my core, I’m a proud Carolina girl, foodie, travel and music lover, and farmer’s daughter.”
September 1, 2026
