Brown Mountain Lights

MORGANTON –No matter how they try, scientists ranging from paranormal investigators to serious physicists are unable to unlock the mystery of the Brown Mountain Lights in Burke County.

“Artists and scientists alike have congregated around this phenomena,” said Joshua P. Warren, Asheville native turned paranormal investigator who spoke before a crowd of 120 Saturday at [...]

Historic Parkway Faces Challenges by Phil Francis

Back in March Phil Francis, Superintendent of the Blue Ridge Parkway, wrote an Op-ed in the Richmond Times-Dispatch. While it is a couple of months old. What he had to say has lost none of its relevance. For those of us who love these mountains and the roadway that runs their length his words hold [...]

The Blue Ridge Parkway ‘Ultimate Road Trip’ Sweepstakes

It is America’s Favorite Drive, and in 2010, the Blue Ridge Parkway celebrates 75 years of guiding motorists through hundreds of miles of natural wonders and spectacular views. Along its 252 miles in North Carolina, the Parkway meanders from the beautiful NC High Country through the Pisgah National Forest to the eclectic mountain city of [...]

Blue Ridge Parkway Travel Advisory

From our friends at Virtual Blue Ridge…

January 6, 2010

(Asheville, NC)— Due to recent severe winter storms and heavy accumulations of snow and ice, as well as downed trees, the majority of the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed. While many sections of the Parkway are gated closed at this time, motorists should be [...]