Category: Appalachian Mountains
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If you’ve ever been to Appalachia, you know it’s a place of breathtaking beauty. The mountains, the valleys, the sense of being connected to something deeper—it’s a place that gets into your bones. But there’s another side to this region, a side that doesn’t get talked about as much. Appalachia is also a place where…
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Tucked away in the Montford Historic District of Asheville, North Carolina, lies Riverside Cemetery—a place where history and mystery intertwine. Spanning 87 acres, this burial ground holds the stories of over 13,000 souls, including literary legends like Thomas Wolfe and William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry. But for those who walk its peaceful…
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For nearly 60 years, my daddy made moonshine that people would drive from all over to get. His shine was as clear as glass, and folks would cross state lines just to fill a jug, some coming all the way from California. Daddy didn’t need fame—his reputation traveled on its own, built on word of…
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In the heart of Appalachia, where the mountains breathe life into the land, folk magic has been quietly practiced for generations. Known as granny magic or rootwork, this blend of herbal healing, superstition, and ancient wisdom has shaped the region’s culture. Granny witches—respected healers in their communities—used the power of plants, chants, and rituals to…
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Marshall, North Carolina, is more than just a town for me—it’s home. Nestled in the mountains of Madison County, it holds the memories of my childhood, the laughter of my family, and the spirit of a community that’s been through more than its share of trials. Recently, Marshall faced one of its toughest challenges: a…
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My heart aches as I witness the devastation caused by the recent floods in our small mountain towns. Marshall, Greeneville, Hot Springs, Burnsville, and others have been hit hard. Homes are destroyed, roads washed away, and many families have lost everything. I’ve seen the damage firsthand, and now I’m asking for your help. These towns,…
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The recent floods in Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina have caused unimaginable damage, leaving entire communities submerged, homes destroyed, and thousands of lives thrown into chaos. The scale of this disaster is hard to put into words. For many, everything they’ve worked for is now washed away. In times like these, what people…
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Today, I delivered pet food to CARE in Greeneville, doing my part to help in any way I can. Afterward, I drove over to Asheville Highway, and what I saw there was beyond heartbreaking. The small towns I grew up in, places full of memories and people I love, now look like a war zone…
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In the aftermath of the recent flooding that tore through Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, Virginia, and South Carolina, the media has spotlighted the hardest-hit areas. We’ve all seen the heartbreaking footage of places like Asheville and Unicoi County. Yet, there are smaller communities, the lifeblood of Appalachia, that have been just as devastated, though…
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The devastation caused by the recent floods across parts of Virginia, Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, and Upper South Carolina has been overwhelming. Entire communities have been washed away, and the damage is heartbreaking. In the Asheville area alone, 1,000 people are still missing, and 73 are unaccounted for in Unicoi County. I’ve watched, devastating…
