Reeling in Appalachia
 

Reeling in Appalachia

A seemingly dead-end situation became a life-changing moment for Alex Bell. “We came back to school from a tournament and…
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Traditional Hands: Cherokee history bridged through his hands
 

Traditional Hands: Cherokee history bridged through his hands

General Grant knew from a young age he was an artist. “I was gifted, it was a gift from The…
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History comes to life through  food, music and camaraderie
 

History comes to life through food, music and camaraderie

Standing atop the 5,000-foot Cataloochee Ranch mountain retreat in Maggie Valley, the vastness and endless beauty of Western North Carolina…
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When you’re here, you’re family
 

When you’re here, you’re family

It’s about making everyone feel welcome for Lynn Stanberry. “You get a warm feeling coming in here,” she smiled. “There…
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WNC artists find new home at Mahogany House
 

WNC artists find new home at Mahogany House

Bouncing around her gallery like a rubber ball, the energy of Teri Siewert is contagious. “The ambiance here is something…
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Shelton House celebrates 35 years
 

Shelton House celebrates 35 years

The Shelton House, which is home to the Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, opens for its 35th season this summer. 
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Fresh from the oven: Cashiers’ Slab Town Pizza
 

Fresh from the oven: Cashiers’ Slab Town Pizza

It was time for something different. “We’ve been looking at doing something like this for years,” said Sally Peterkin. “And…
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The WNC summer concert series
 

The WNC summer concert series

From welcoming, backwoods front porches to raucous downtown stages, the music of Western North Carolina weaves together the rich history,…
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Waynesville
 

Waynesville

Undulating mountains surround the town of Waynesville, a welcoming community that is the perfect combination of nature, tourism and Appalachian…
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Canton & Clyde
 

Canton & Clyde

For true local charm, look no further than Canton and Clyde, the neighboring towns nestled in eastern Haywood County. They…
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Maggie Valley
 

Maggie Valley

In the heart of the Smokies lies Maggie Valley, a mountain getaway that rolls out the welcome mat to traveling…
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Sylva
 

Sylva

Sylva is an eclectic community that’s a blend of a local, tourist and college feel surrounded by towering mountains. 
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Dillsboro
 

Dillsboro

A charming and delightful village, Dillsboro is home to a community of artists, unique retailers and great restaurants.
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Highlands & Cashiers
 

Highlands & Cashiers

Highlands and Cashiers are perched on the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment, where the mountains plunge sharply from a…
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Franklin
 

Franklin

Franklin is the ideal staging are for exploring the Nantahala Mountains.
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Bryson City
 

Bryson City

Most of lands surrounding Bryson City are publicly held forest and park land, making the town a staging area of…
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Cherokee
 

Cherokee

A unique mix of modern and ancient, Cherokee is 21st century entertainment played out on a backdrop of time-honored cultural…
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The fastest way down: Cataloochee Ski Area
 

The fastest way down: Cataloochee Ski Area

What started as an unsure adventure turned into a passion-filled career for Jim Rowell.
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Putting the pedal — and roots — down in the Smokies
 

Putting the pedal — and roots — down in the Smokies

What looked like a risk to some was a dream for Diane Cutler and Andy Zivinsky.
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Food for the soul
 

Food for the soul

The feeling of a new customer walking through the door never gets old for Haley Milner.
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Magic in a bottle
 

Magic in a bottle

If you build it, they will come. If you brew it, they will come and party.
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Showcasing the history of the open road
 

Showcasing the history of the open road

A loud roar echoed from the back of the building. The deafening sound is terrifying, yet exhilarating, with the smell…
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Heart of the matter
 

Heart of the matter

It’s the sound of the ancient mountains, the unique people and rich culture of Southern Appalachia. It’s the sound of Soldier’s…
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Family-run Christmas tree farm stakes out its roots
 

Family-run Christmas tree farm stakes out its roots

When Myra Sawyer looks around the Sawyer Family Farmstead, she couldn’t image living anywhere else in the world.
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Holding heritage in his hands
 

Holding heritage in his hands

It was a summer job that literally molded itself into a future.
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Smoky Mountain anglers gain toehold in competitive fly fishing scene
 

Smoky Mountain anglers gain toehold in competitive fly fishing scene

Like New York is known for its basketball legends, and Texas is known for its football stars, Western North Carolina…
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Swingin’ for the Smokies
 

Swingin’ for the Smokies

Craig Hartle just might have the best job in Western North Carolina. The head golf professional for High Hampton Inn…
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Head for the hills
 

Head for the hills

When he was a young boy, Jason Hardin fell in love. It was a 1973 Harley-Davidson Sportster. Owned by his…
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Getting your fill in Appalachia
 

Getting your fill in Appalachia

Strolling through downtown Bryson City, one tends to cross paths with the scent of delicious food wafting from a nearby…
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Heinzelmannchen Brewery taps into the Smokies
 

Heinzelmannchen Brewery taps into the Smokies

Dieter Kuhn was 4,500 miles from his hometown in Germany when he came across Sylva, a small community tucked away…
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Getting away from it all
 

Getting away from it all

David Lippy was sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic in Orlando when it hit him. “The city was so congested with vehicles,”…
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Opening up Appalachia for all
 

Opening up Appalachia for all

Amid the cherished traditions of Western North Carolina is the deep foundation of family and friends getting together to celebrate…
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