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You Can Cross Three County Lines Without Ever Leaving This North Carolina Restaurant

There’s a restaurant in Newland, North Carolina, where the county line runs right through the dining room, and nobody seems the least bit bothered by it. Famous Louise’s Rock House Restaurant sits at the meeting point of Avery, Mitchell, and McDowell counties, which means your soup might be in one county while your sandwich is technically in another.

North Carolina · 2d
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Mount Airy’s Main Street Still Feels Like Mayberry, And Here’s Where To Eat There

Mount Airy is the North Carolina town that helped inspire Mayberry, and its Main Street still plays the part well. Old storefronts line the sidewalks, people stroll between shops, and lunch counters still serve plates that cost less than you might expect. The best part of a trip here is...

Mt Airy, NC · 3d
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Made Around Here Market, Veterans Day Parade: Weekend events in the Tri-Cities

TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — Veterans Day is on Wednesday, and there is no shortage of events honoring those who've served in the United States military happening this weekend ahead of the holiday. News Channel 11 has compiled the following list of events taking place Friday, Saturday and Sunday:. Southwest...

Johnson City, TN · 11h
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You’ll Fall In Love With The Homemade Breakfast At This Old-School Virginia Diner

Not every great restaurant announces itself with fanfare, and the Hillsville Diner in Hillsville, Virginia, is proof that the best ones usually don’t bother. What it does instead is paint its name in bold red letters on a white building, hang a vintage Coca-Cola sign above the door, and let the food make every argument that needs to be made.

Hillsville, VA · 4d
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Hungry Hikers And Locals Agree The Pancakes At Mabry Mill Restaurant Taste Like Tradition

Some places on the Blue Ridge Parkway get a quick glance from the car window, and one spot near Meadows of Dan makes nearly everyone hit the brakes. It has a water wheel that still turns, a blacksmith shop with real work happening, and a restaurant whose pancakes have long been part of the stop’s story.

Meadows Of Dan, VA · 12h

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Patchwork 250: The man behind 1,000 handmade guitars in Grayson County

GRAYSON COUNTY, Va. – Patchwork 250 is a new initiative from WSLS 10 that tells Virginia’s story, one piece at a time. Like a quilt made of many patches, every person, story, and tradition adds something special to our history. Join us as we celebrate 250 years by sharing the stories that make our region unique, one patch at a time.

Grayson County, VA · 1d

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‘Every little detail tells a story’: Todd Hotel restoration honors family legacy

TODD — The Todd Hotel has been in John Baker’s family for seven generations, and he is now restoring it to its former glory. The property and hotel — an 1840s Appalachian farmhouse, built in the Greek Revival style and renovated in Victorian style — has been in the family since before the railroad came to Todd. The hotel’s first known mention in print came in 1885, when the Watauga Democrat called it a boarding house, Baker said. In 1909, his great-great-great-grandfather, Felix McGuire, purchased the hotel and farm. Baker said he believes his family bought it expecting prosperity would follow the railroad to the area. Felix’s son, T.A. McGuire, and T.A.’s wife, Mae McGuire, took over in 1912 — adding more guest rooms and renovating the hotel in the ornate Victorian style that survives today. “What was more of a simple farmhouse, they expanded into a really grand hotel — in a very optimistic way,” Baker said. “It’s really kind of based on things they saw — styles from New York — to make a really grand impression on visitors that would be coming from all over the world.” At its peak from the 1910s through the 1930s, the

Todd, NC · 2d

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Kids Chase Crawdads and Pigs Come Running at This Creekside Ranch in Ferguson, NC

Some of the best trips start with a gravel road you almost skipped and a gate you almost drove past. In the quiet hollers of North Carolina, there is a working ranch where kids chase crawdads, pigs come running at feeding time, and creek water hums you to sleep. It...

Ferguson, NC · 4d

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This North Carolina Mountain Campground Hugs 1,300 Yards Of River Made For Tubing And Swimming

Some campgrounds give you a spot to park, and some give you a whole river to play in. Tucked into the High Country near Newland, one family-run campground lines a long stretch of the North Toe River where kids float on tubes, anglers chase trout, and grown-ups finally sit still.

Newland, NC · 4d

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These 10 Charming North Carolina General Stores Will Take You Straight Back In Time

Looking for the most charming general stores in North Carolina that feel like a genuine trip back in time?. These 10 general stores offer local goods, old-fashioned charm, and the kind of community spirit that warms your heart!. 1. Shiloh General Store (Hamptonville) There’s a certain kind of place that...

North Carolina · 3d

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Cozy mountain house in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina

Wood plank ceilings, a stacked stone fireplace, and playful plaid wallpaper fill this Banner Elk getaway. Aguilar Design Studio has designed, built, and furnished this cozy mountain house for a retired healthcare executive and his wife in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Tucked into the woods of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the house was built as a vacation home where family and friends can get together. It is also a year-round home for the couple’s son.

Banner Elk, NC · 18h

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9 North Carolina Farms Where You Skip the Grocery Store and Buy Beef Straight From the Pasture

The first time I pulled up a gravel drive and saw the cows grazing just past the farm store, I wondered if a steak could really taste that different. It can. Across North Carolina, family farms sell beef right where it was raised, often for prices that beat the supermarket. Grab a cooler, clear some freezer space, and come meet the farms that turn a simple grocery run into a country road trip.

North Carolina · 1d

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This Unforgettable North Carolina Train Ride Takes You Through The Most Stunning Scenery

There are places in this world that earn the word “unforgettable” honestly, without any marketing assistance or exaggeration required. Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, North Carolina is one of those places, and the stunning scenery it takes you through is only the beginning of why it stays with you long after you’ve driven back down the mountain.

Blowing Rock, NC · 1d

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Plans for Christmas parade unfold

The annual Mount Airy Christmas Parade on Nov. 21 will feature the usual holiday floats, marching groups and sparkling lights, but also the added attractions of Jeff and Sheri Easter and a first-ever “sensory-friendly area.” The Easters, who lead a popular Southern gospel group and have ties to the legendary Easter Brothers locally, will serve as grand marshals for the parade scheduled for 5 p.m. that day through the downtown area. Meanwhile, a special area will be designated along the procession route to accommodate onlookers who are sensitive to loud noises. “Because we’ve had a few complaints about the sirens and everything,” Gail Hiatt of the sponsoring Downtown Business Association said of the sounds emanating from public safety vehicles in the parade along with horns and other loud noises. “We’ve never done this before,” Hiatt added regarding the quiet zone. Applications available The Christmas parade typically includes elaborate floats by local businesses, high school marching bands, fire trucks, unique vehicles, festive costumed characters, community organizations, sports teams, churches, local elected officials and others. And, of course, more than a few pieces of candy and other goodies will be tossed out by those riding in the parade. It is considered the

Mt Airy, NC · 1d

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A Wine Wonderland in Surry County

When guests enter the tasting room at Haze Gray Vineyards, owners Becky and Deane Muhlenberg want them to feel right at home. Comfy armchairs invite visitors to linger with a glass, and the artwork on the walls shows places the Muhlenberg family has visited over the years. Above the door a sign bears the quote, “There are no strangers here; only friends you haven’t yet met.”

Surry County, NC · 2d

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Ask Around North Carolina’s Foothills About Ribs And Folks Send You To This Smokehouse Open Just Three Days A Week

Mention ribs to almost anyone in the North Carolina foothills, and the same answer tends to come back fast. The odd part is that the place they point to keeps its doors shut four days out of every week. Folks plan whole weekends around Thursday, Friday, and Saturday just to...

Rutherford College, NC · 4d

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Grandfather Mtn To Kick Off Holidays With Tree Arrival

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, will celebrate the arrival of this year’s holiday tree at the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery on Friday, Nov. 20. The hour-long event begins at 11 a.m. and is included with park admission. The tree is...

Linville, NC · 2d

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Help Someone Dress For Success And Donate

Hickory – The right outfit can open doors, build confidence, and help someone take the next step toward a brighter future. But, professional clothing can be a barrier for those entering the workforce or pursuing new career opportunities. Hickory Museum of Art, in partnership with local organizations, is collecting professional clothing to help community members look and feel their best as they pursue their career goals.

Hickory, NC · 2d

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Lee Jeans Sale Closes, Greensboro HQ and Mocksville Plant to Stay Put

Lee jeans has officially changed hands, with Kontoor Brands confirming it has completed the sale of the 137-year-old denim label to Authentic Brands Group, while the brand's Greensboro headquarters and Mocksville distribution center remain in place under new day-to-day management. A New Operator Steps In. Kontoor Brands announced that it...

Greensboro, NC · 10h

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Statesville McDonald’s hosts surprise birthday celebration for 5-year-old craniofacial awareness ambassador

STATESVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A local Statesville McDonald’s hosted a surprise fifth birthday party for Asher, a young boy whose journey with craniofacial differences has inspired communities across the Carolinas. Friends and family of Asher celebrated his milestone with special treats and his favorite meal, McDonald’s cheeseburgers, of course. “Dawn (Dandridge) was awesome […]

Statesville, NC · 2d