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3 Mitchell County Day Trips

In Little Switzerland, Spruce Pine, and Bakersville, Blue Ridge road trippers discover mountain towns filled with charming shops, unbeatable adventures, and incredible food.

by Robin Sutton Anders
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The Queen of Spruce Pine

This enterprising young woman with strong convictions has created a down-home market marvel through her farm and food.

by Kathleen Purvis
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The Mineral City: Exploring the Spruce Pine Mining District

The past can be traced deep beneath Spruce Pine’s surrounding mountains — and it also can be mined.

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