The country’s most-visited national park will soon be growing, thanks to a land acquisition by a nonprofit a conservation organization. Earlier this month, the Foothills Land Conservancy (FLC) announced it purchased what’s known as the “Oliver Tract,” a 6... See more
Festival season gets underway in earnest this weekend, with mainstay music events like Rooster Walkand DelFest taking place around the region. You can find a full calendar and comprehensive coverage in our annual Festival Guide, which anchors our recently... See more
Dobro ace Billy Cardine and bassist and banjo player Mary Lucey were members of the Biscuit Burners—a BRO favorite from the mid 2000s known for pushing the boundaries of Appalachian string sounds with fiery picking and soulful singing. Now they’re going f... See more
The Blue Ridge Marathon isn’t for the faint of heart. The Roanoke-based event is rightfully known as “America’s Toughest Road Race,” as the 26.2-mile course features 7,430 feet of elevation change and grueling climbs of Roanoke Mountain, Mill Mountain, an... See more
Two mainstay gear manufacturers recently started new programs focused on sustainability and accessibility. Late last week, Eagle Creek Launched RePack, an online marketplace that allows customers to buy and sell used gear. Known for innovative packs and l... See more
