Despite being nearly wiped off the map by the remnants of Hurricane Helene, tiny Chimney Rock Village in North Carolina had ...

How long does it take to hike the Appalachian Trail through the Smokies? The consensus is about a week. If you’re into overnight backpacking but can’t commit to seven days, there are shorter versions ...

Kentucky Democrats are trying to address the party's steep deficits in overwhelmingly white, conservative pockets of rural ...

From quiet gems along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway to the vibrant energy of sun-soaked coastal towns, these are 25 ...

For those drawn to smaller treasures, Quigley’s Rare Books & Antiques offers literary finds alongside display-worthy ...

Bibliophiles find their happy place at Appalachian Reader, where the scent of old paper and leather bindings creates an immediate sense of comfort. Floor-to-ceiling shelves hold everything from rare ...

In the last century, when I was a senior in high school, I can remember sitting in some rap session (as they were called then ...

In the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, a quiet revolution in end-of-life practices is underway. At Ramsey Creek Preserve near Westminster, South Carolina, the deceased do not rest under ...