Trail Town, USA: Damascus, VA We have had the privilege of writing about the town of Damascus, VA, before, and now we are going to do it again, at least...
Preserving the Past, Building the Future in Bristol I met Kris Truelsen first at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, and three very friendly people met me there. Grace Shoun, Steve...
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week There’s a special energy in the air in our Appalachian communities when the local farmers market is busy. It’s the sound of people gathering, the...
LEBANON, Va. — The air in Lebanon on a market day is thick with more than just the scent of ripe tomatoes. It carries a sense of community and quiet...
The Lebanon, Virginia, Farmers Market was bustling with activity on a rare calm and breezy Saturday after weeks of stifling heat. Amidst the lively crowd, I was drawn to a...
What Exactly Do They Do? Hello, mountain gardeners and nature lovers! Have you ever admired the lush greenery of the Appalachian Highlands and wished you could create a similar oasis?...
Joseph Harrison Snyder In our article about the Johnson City Farmers Market, we mention talking to Judah and Alma about the vegetables they were selling. Their mother made sure to...
Community Rallies at Historic Fleenor Farm for Neighbor in Need In an era often dominated by stress and widespread concerns, it’s easy to lose sight of the profound good that...
JOHNSON CITY, TN – June 20, 2025 – Get ready! Experience the lively farms of Northeast Tennessee. The Appalachian NE Tennessee Resource Conservation & Development Council (RC&D Council) is exc...
This week, from June 16 to 22, is here, and communities nationwide gear up to honor the unsung heroes vital to our food and ecosystems. As summer begins, National Pollinator...
