BURRITT FOLK SCHOOL: Burritt on the Mountain offers modern day refuge in time-honored activities

STORY BY MARIA RAKOCZY | PHOTOS BY JOSHUA BERRY Enter a time portal at Burritt Folk School on Burritt on the Mountain. In the setting of the Burritt complex, with its grand 1930s mansion, mountain nature trails, and the nineteenth-century structures of the historic park, Burritt Folk School immerses students in an older way of life and older ways of

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THE NEED FOR SPEED: Curtis Fox is working on his latest and greatest race car for the 2025 season of drag racing at Rocket City Dragway located in Harvest

BY BOB LABBE | PHOTOS BY JOSHUA BERRY The need for speed has always been part of the psyche of Curtis Fox. At age 16 he bought his first car, an orange color 1975 Chevrolet Monza, from a local junkyard where the car’s engine needed replacement, and his passion with his first taste of car ownership and upkeep set the

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A Visit to Waynesville, North Carolina Leaves You Wanting More

Written by Teresa Gibbs Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Waynesville, North Carolina, is one of my favorite mountain towns. Its rivers and lakes offer excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and tubing. Known for its stunning mountain scenery and outdoor adventures, Waynesville is a must-visit destination. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Waynesville has deep

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Panoply to feature over 100 artists and three days of regional music in Big Spring Park

Downtown Huntsville’s Big Spring Park will transform into a vibrant hub of art, music, and innovation as the Panoply Arts Festival, presented by Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, returns April 25-27. This premier Southeast arts weekend is a celebration of art, music, and community showcasing Huntsville’s unique blend of creativity. The 2025 Panoply celebration kicks off at 5 p.m. on Friday, April

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PUPPY LOVE: Monique Melton raises Canine Companions puppies that go on to serve those in need

Story by Maria Rakoczy | Photos by Cristie Clark Monique Melton is an Administrative Manager for Madison City’s Public Works department. Her service-dogs-in-training make for unusual and cuddly co-workers. In addition to serving the city’s Public Works department, Melton is a Puppy Raiser for Canine Companions, a non-profit company that trains and provides service dogs to those in need. Melton

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