Fifteen years ago, Main Street in Franklin, North Carolina, was a pretty quiet place. It wasn’t hard to find a parking space and most of the things we enjoy downtown today didn’t exist, at least not yet. Then 15 years ago, an anchor business appeared on a hope and a dream — Outdoor 76. “There were a lot of empty storefronts and not much energy or activity. Still, we knew we … [Read more...] about The Art of Adventure: Outdoor 76 celebrates 15 years
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Jocassee Valley Brewing: Great sounds and suds await
Fall makes for the perfect time to venture south of the Blue Ridge Escarpment and explore waterfalls, winding backroads and make a stop for a cold one at Jocassee Valley Brewing near Salem, South Carolina. Located along the scenic byway of S.C 11, this unassuming roadside spot serves a wide selection of regional craft beers and weekend food trucks. More interestingly, Jocassee … [Read more...] about Jocassee Valley Brewing: Great sounds and suds await
Coast to Coast and Carolina, too: Chef brings culinary flare to Jackson County, North Carolina
Sitting at a table in the dining room of the Rivers & Rails Tavern in Dillsboro, North Carolina, Craig Szymanski looks out the window and watches a family wander down the row of shops on Front Street in the small, bucolic community. With the late afternoon sunshine falling behind the ancient Blue Ridge Mountains, the hungry group notices the lights of the popular tavern. … [Read more...] about Coast to Coast and Carolina, too: Chef brings culinary flare to Jackson County, North Carolina
