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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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This Century-Old Country Store In North Carolina Serves The Best Bologna Sandwich In The South

Some sandwiches are just lunch, and then there’s the fried bologna sandwich at Priddy’s General Store in Danbury, North Carolina, which is something closer to a religious experience. If you’ve never made the drive out to Stokes County for a sandwich, you might be wondering if it’s worth...

Danbury, NC · 8d

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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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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 · 10h

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The Massive North Carolina Thrift Store Where $30 Buys You An Entire Cart Full Of Treasures

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when you push an empty shopping cart into a store and somehow leave with it completely full for less than the cost of a fancy dinner. That’s the exact experience waiting for you at Mega Thrift on Clemmonsville Rd in Winston-Salem,...

Winston-Salem, NC · 4d

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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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This Historic Virginia Sanatorium Is So Eerie, Paranormal Investigators Come From All Over To Explore It

Some places carry their history quietly, but St. Albans Sanatorium in Radford, Virginia wears every haunted chapter right on its crumbling, ivy-laced sleeve. If you’ve ever driven through Radford and glanced over at that imposing red-brick building sitting on the hill, you probably felt something shift in your chest.

Radford, VA · 5d

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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Weekender: 31+ Events in Winston-Salem this Weekend, including Ardmore Art Walk, Drinks @ Dusk, and TOAST

Making weekend plans? Check out these 31+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (November 5-8), including Ardmore Art Walk, Drinks @ Dusk, and TOAST!. Don’t forget to look at our live music guide — it’s updated weekly. Thursday, November 5. Mom-Jong Night – Join The Mom Walk Collective...

Winston-Salem, NC · 2d

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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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Advance Garden Club maintains Novant healing garden

The Advance Garden Club maintains the Healing Garden Project at Novant Clemmons Medical Center throughout the year. On a lovely fall day, 10 members got to work in the garden […]

Advance, NC · 1d

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“Local Lens” Readers’ Photo of the Week

The Taylorsville Times’ “Local Lens: Readers’ Photo of the Week” features one picture of local interest in each issue, submitted by a reader. People (with their permission) are shown in their daily activities or special events, pets, farm animals, wildlife, flowers, remarkable sunrises, sunsets, or other suitable pictures are among the possible photo subjects for the weekly feature. Times’ staff will choose the photo weekly from among the submissions.

Taylorsville, NC · 2d