A writer’s dear friends gave him a maul for splitting wood. When it broke, its sentimental value sent him on a quest to repair it. In Wilkes County, he found just the couple for the job.
Clearing a Path Forward After Helene
A Saluda native uses the experience and equipment from his grading business to help his neighbors clear their land, shore up what remains, and find closure — free of charge.
See You on the Slopes
With a little help from the instructors at Appalachian Ski Mountain — and the confidence of youth — the journey from bunny hill to black diamond is short and sweet.
O Dogwood Tree
In Greensboro, a daytime display delights the neighborhood — and strengthens the bond between father and son.
Cook-Off Hero
Called to compete in the neighborhood chili contest, a father-and-son team rise to the occasion.
Nico’s Grilled Chicken Chili
You don’t have to grill. You could broil the peppers and make do with, say, pulled rotisserie chicken. But if you do grill the night before, you are committing to something epic. You are also getting a smokiness that will otherwise be hard to replicate.
The Star of Campfire Grill
A Flat Rock restaurant pays tribute to the summer camp culture that’s deeply woven into the landscape of western North Carolina, inviting diners to revisit carefree childhood memories.
Shore Things
Sunscreen. Surf wax. Flip-flops. The beach packing list is a reminder to bring the essentials, of course. But read between the lines: It’s also a family scrapbook, a reminder of all the vacations that came before.
Back in the Stands
Play ball! From the Asheville Tourists to the Down East Wood Ducks, fans of minor league teams across North Carolina settle in for another season of dreams.
