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The Top 61 Happiest Mountain Towns in the Blue Ridge
Our quest to have our readers select the happiest towns in the mountains began with a set of criteria applied
April 2, 2026
Guest Columns
David Holt's admiration for the late Doc Watson is evident in the accompanying photo from one of the many times they performed together at MerleFest.
A hundred years ago, you could find more than 1,000 varieties of apples in these mountains. Only a few of them are available now.
Sometimes, the best encouragement for first-time hikers is a little trail magic-- preferably the sugary, edible kind.
On August 25, 2016, the National Park Service will celebrate its centennial year and invite the nation to “find your park.”
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Photo Recap: Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion 2023
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion (BRRR) is a musical festival held annually in September that celebrates the heritage of country
September 1, 2023
Behind Blue Ridge Country
“Virginia” in Virginia: Discovering Patsy Cline in Winchester
Walking Winchester in the relentless rain of a soggy spring could not dampen my enthusiasm to see the home of
August 10, 2018
Behind Blue Ridge Country
Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes
Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it
April 12, 2018
