Our tribute to North Carolina’s 38,000 miles of wild and scenic rivers, from the Appalachian mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
NOVEMBER 2016
City Portrait: West Jefferson
Let the artistic spirit of this Ashe County town draw you in and wrap you up.
Tuckasegee River Brings Opportunity for Bryson City’s New Generation
For a new generation in Bryson City, the mountain river that once washed away whole homesteads is now the source of simple pleasures, natural wonders, and new businesses.
Baked Sweet Potato Orange Cups
When recipe developer Lynn Wells was growing up, her mother made these orange cups every Thanksgiving. Now, you can, too.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
Chili season has arrived! Our version serves up warmth and brightness on these chilly nights.
Kale and Sweet Potato Salad
Eat your greens: This flavorful, colorful salad is as good-looking as it is good for you.
Sweet Potato Pie Casserole
Yes, you can add a buttery, crunchy topping to your sweet potato pie. In fact, we recommend it.
The Best Way to Eat Collard Greens is to Sip Them
Don’t toss that broth! Potlikker — the liquid left behind after boiling collards — is loaded with vitamins and minerals. Plus, it’s delicious.
North Carolina Suffragettes’ Crusade to Cast a Ballot
North Carolina suffragettes went head to head with a state legislature that opposed the 19th Amendment. In the end, the suffragettes’ fight helped ensure a victory for women.
