There is something special about being able to buy everything in one place. General stores have been romanticized for decades and in many places they are lost to time, but they are alive and well in the High Country.
The High Country offers a small-town experience like no other, and it thrives on local business.
The High Country offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities through its three ski resorts. Dressing appropriately for the snow can make or break a fun-filled outing in the snow.
The road bends and weaves around the buildings standing side-by-side. The trees stand strong in the distance, serving as a backdrop to the beautiful town of Banner Elk.
Hidden Happiness Bee Farm has opened its Beeville Seasonal Christmas Shop at its 1060 Chestnut Mountain Road location, which means fun for the whole family.
General stores have been a pinnacle to shopping in the High Country ever since they were introduced. With a variety of goods and supplies, it’s hard to step through the doors and leave empty handed.
As the holiday season approaches, a spirit of giving settles on the High Country. Visitors frequent the area, seeking out special gifts for loved ones. From clothing to home goods and specialty foods, the High Country’s several downtown areas offer visitors a walkable shopping experience.
West Jefferson’s 10th annual Olde Time Antiques Fair takes place Friday, Sept. 17-18, in historic downtown West Jefferson. Admission to the fair is free, and the event will be held rain or shine. The event will be open from noon until 8 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday.
More than 70,000 visitors each year come to Mystery Hill to experience the historical landmark’s “gravity vortex.” Despite your best efforts to stand upright, these gravitational anomalies force your body into a 45-degree angle, water will flow uphill, and balls will roll upward right before…
During the last several decades, the urbanization of America and what is colloquially known as “urban sprawl” have engendered the growing market acceptance of “big box” retailers. The “five and dime” variety store and the corner grocery are mostly things of the past.
More than 70,000 visitors each year come to Mystery Hill to experience the historical landmark’s “gravity vortex.” Despite your best efforts to stand upright, these gravitational anomalies will force your body into a 45-degree angle, water will flow uphill, and balls will roll upward right b…
Summer is the time to go out and do things, and what to do is usually a point of contention in groups or can cause paralysis by analysis in individuals. A good option that opens the door to a cornucopia of crafts, flavors and fun is the multitude of local farmers markets that dot the High Country.
The High Country offers an exciting variety of outdoor recreational activities through its three ski resorts. Aside from buying or renting all necessary gear to hit the slopes, it is important to dress appropriately for fun in the snow.
Almost since people first settled in the High Country, general stores have served as the hub of the mountain towns in the area. While they may not hold the same purpose, general stores are excellent stops while traversing the roads.
In addition to its captivating views, the High Country offers a small-town experience like no other, and that’s due to local businesses.
Hidden Happiness Bee Farm has opened its Beeville Seasonal Christmas Shop at its 1060 Chestnut Mountain Road location.
Northwestern North Carolina is not only home to a rich history, but also relics of the area’s past. Locals and visitors to the area can find several local stores stocked with antiques from years passed and give them new life and purpose in their homes.
While experiencing the culture and flavor of the Appalachian Mountains, visiting a local High Country farmers market is one way to connect with local people and support local enterprise. You may pick up a local recipe or buy one-of-kind arts and crafts while acquiring fresh produce from the …
There is something special about being able to buy everything in one place. General stores have been romanticized for decades and in many places they are lost to time, but they are alive and well in the High Country.
Winters in the High Country are often accompanied by high-moisture, heavy snows that are ideal for ski season. But staying warm on the slopes is just as important as the slopes themselves.
There is something special about being able to buy everything in one place. General stores have been romanticized for decades and in many places they are lost to time, but they are alive and well in the High Country.
During the winter months, there is no better time to take advantage of the many holiday savings available at High Country stores.
The holiday season is a time to connect with loved ones. Families gather during the holiday season, and friends reconnect.
The road bends and weaves around the buildings standing side-by-side. The trees stand strong in the distance, serving as a backdrop to the beautiful town of Banner Elk.
The general store has functioned as the nucleus for small towns in America for more than a hundred years — before, even, there were roads to connect them. Essential to an agrarian society and long before the days of hulking box stores, the general store was vital for the people of any rustic…
For Jill Reeves, the owner of the Appalachian Antique Mall, located in downtown Boone, her journey into the world of antiques began during World War II. Back then, when she was just a child, her mother ran what was called then a “second hand store.”
Come for the healthy outdoor lifestyle, stay to enjoy the healthy real estate market. Many people who visit Blowing Rock start thinking about what it would be like to have a second home here, or even move here full time. Here is some information about our market to take that idea to the next step.
Twenty-five years ago, Kit Trubey sat reading the local paper at her brother’s Little Switzerland home, when she noticed “277 acres of unrestricted land” for sale in North Carolina, on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just down the road, the property was worth a look. It was here, amid a declining or…
There are many distinctive features about the High Country. The weather, the food and even the gift shops and stores that allow visitors and locals the opportunity to take a piece of the mountains back to their own home.
West Jefferson’s seventh annual Olde Time Antiques Fair is Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15. Admission to the fair is free, and the event will be held rain or shine. The event will be open from 1-8 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. Saturday.
Often, the general store acts as the nucleus for small towns in America. Prior to the days of big box stores, the general store was a necessary staple, usually found on Main Street, for the local community members. These stores held a wide array of supplies and often acted as non-official co…
As the last of the snow melted and the green sprouted up across the High Country, many locals and visitors took time to dust off, knock the rust off and complete a practice run on their mountain bikes.
Shopping in the High Country? This area is lucky to have access to a number of local venues where you can get everything you need, from new clothes to a new tent. Whether you are a permanent resident, just traveling through and want to check out some stores, or forgot an essential piece of g…
The High Country is filled with many distinctive gift shops and general stores that highlight aspects of the culture in this magnificent section of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With popular ski slopes and winter festivals drawing folks in from literally all over the world, the general stores an…
Even though Western North Carolina exists in the Southern section of the United States, it is called the “High Country” for a reason. The Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk region is nestled among the highest mountains east of the Mississippi River.
The place of the general store is an iconic stalwart of small-town communities. Prior to the advent of the “big-box” stores so prevalent today, the general store was a cornerstone to the local consumer. Carrying a wide range of merchandise, the small structures served as a community hangout …
BLOWING ROCK — The Rotary Club of Blowing Rock will hold its fifth annual Rotary Charity Auction on Saturday, Aug. 19, at the American Legion Hall, located at 333 Wallingford St., in downtown Blowing Rock.
Farmers Markets play an important role in the communities of the High Country. Providing our local farmers and artisans a place to showcase and sell the food they grow and the art they create, the local farmers markets have grown to become popular community hubs during the summer.
Arts and crafts have also remained an important part of the economic development of the High Country communities with towns and counties benefiting from the gifts and talents of our artisans and craftsmen.
While shoppers in the High Country can experience department and chain stores, the real joy is finding the local shopping experiences unique to the area.
BOONE – Footsloggers in Boone will be opening with new owners in mid-April, spokesperson Thea Young announced at the BANFF Film Festival on Friday.
BOONE — The local real estate market continues hitting high marks in early 2017.
The general stores scattered throughout the area are a one-stop location for all family needs, whether it is seasonal home décor, outdoor gear or something to keep the family’s belly full while searching for neat treasures unique to the High Country.
It’s the middle of winter, which means it’s ski season.
A trip to the High Country is not complete without a visit to one or more of the area’s general stores.
Stock your pantries and autumn picnic baskets with the best the High Country’s farmers have to offer.
VALLE CRUCIS — The Valle Crucis Community Park will hold its 32nd annual benefit auction Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Apple Barn at the Valle Crucis Conference Center.
These tips will help make the most out of your farmers’ market shopping experience.
The quintessential summer stop for High Country locals and visitors alike is at our region’s weekly farmers markets.
The High Country has long attracted countless people from all over the world, whether for education, employment, relaxation or retirement.
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Looking for gifts for your friends and family this holiday season? The Harvest House Performing Arts venue is hosting the Holiday Artisan Market on Black Friday.