One thing that's been proven over and over again in the past year is that those in the mountains of Western North Carolina are resilient. Of course, they're known for their artisan wares, local ...

There’s no question that North Carolina’s roster of mountain towns is stacked. As you make your way down the westernmost region of the Tar Heel State—from Boone down to Highlands—you’ll come across a ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Tucked into the ribbons of Appalachia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone is one of North Carolina’s hidden gems, a small mountain enclave ...