In this town built on tobacco and education, a new generation of residents seeks to preserve their town’s history and caring community.
Tar Heel Towns
Hot Springs
In the mountains, a town gives off a peaceful feeling that’s as healing as its waters.
Southern Pines
A paradise in the pines that once reeled in Northerners seeking fresh air and natural cures now stands as a home for horsemen and golfers and other finer things. For the people who live here, like the author, Southern Pines will always be the place that heals the soul.
Beaufort
Calling people in with its coastal beauty, the third-oldest town in North Carolina swells with history and friendly faces.
Belmont
In its textiles and deeply religious college, it is a town connected to the past. In its trendy downtown and new commuter resident base, it is clearly ready for the future.
Blowing Rock
In the small town in the mountains, the people look after nature, and nature looks after the people.
Cashiers
Far away and high above, drift into the landscape and stories of this tiny mountain village.
Weaverville
The tiny town north of Asheville carves out its own identity, using the hands and personalities of its people.
Saxapahaw
With the help of committed residents, a mill village along the banks of the Haw River flourishes again with renovated condominiums, quirky puppet-makers, delicious sandwiches at the General Store, and a healing atmosphere.
