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Visiting Virginia While Staying Home

While travel isn’t advised right now due to the stay-at-home recommendations surrounding COVID-19, there are still ways to check out new places and virtually visit places of scenic beauty in the mountains of Virginia.
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Visiting North Carolina While Staying Home

Spring has arrived and the blooms are bursting throughout Western North Carolina. Sadly, the coronavirus crisis has forced many attractions, parks, and stores to close down temporarily. Luckily, you can still pay a visit without leaving your chair!
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Discover Natural Bridge State Park

Discover the awe-inspiring wonder that’s impressed visitors for eons in Natural Bridge State Park. [Sponsored Content]
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Visiting Tennessee While Staying Home

The threat of coronavirus has many people in our country staying home and avoiding travel, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some new explorations.
The Market Street Bridge and downtown Chattanooga reflect on a calm-surfaced Tennessee River.

7 Rich and Rewarding River Walks in the Blue Ridge

Our walks columnist and his wife have done the homework for your enjoyment of these fulfilling wanders along the riverside.

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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
From The Editor

Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

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