Author Jan Karon is shy to admit that her fictional town of Mitford is based on Blowing Rock, North Carolina, but residents are convinced of the fact. Karon started writing her popular novels when she ...

Despite the destruction caused by Tropical Storm Helene, Western North Carolina is still making reports for its beauty and culture. Writers at WorldAtlas, a publication that recognized WNC plenty of ...

A trip to the North Carolina mountains during fall can be beautiful. Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway and viewing the fall colors is a regular stop for many people. But Hurricane Helene's damage in 2024 ...