August 2024
This Month’s Issue: The Mountains Are Calling
The first time I lived in North Carolina was just after college, when I stayed with a friend in Asheville for a fall season. I worked at Mast General Store, mainly folding Carhartts (never lucky enough to work the candy section), and explored the surrounding mountains, valleys and towns. I was also amazed at just how many tourists flock to the region that time of year — busloads would pull up in front of the store on their way to experience peak leaf season. Western North Carolina is drawing even more tourists these days, and we’re sharing a little bit about what makes it so special in this issue. Also, learn how electric co-ops are using renewable energy.
Feature Stories
Blue Ridge Parkway construction is rerouting drivers through West Jefferson and Sparta
Hendersonville farm is spreading a love of figs
Snapshots from the annual Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.
Departments
A Weekend Trip Over the Rainbow
Sparkling Cantaloupe Agua Fresca
Watch these reels from our Mountain region to see how we like to Carolina Country.
Watch the inspiring video component of “This One,” the West Jefferson mural commissioned by Naked Creek Farmacy.
