Have you heard about the remarkable autumn colors in Asheville, North Carolina? Experts believe that the combination of heat and cool days will lead to an excellent autumn hue season that extends into November. Leaf peepers from across the country flock to the Blue Ridge [...]
It's time to get those winter preparation projects finished now that summer is drawing to a close and cold weather is on the way. Finish up summer projects that may protect your home as storms approach while taking advantage of the longer days and warmer [...]
There are several reasons why fall is one of the best times of the year. Weather cools down, leaves change color, football season begins, and pumpkin-flavored everything is available in abundance. One of the lesser-known benefits of autumn might be the best time of year [...]
Considering recent global events and everything we've been through the past few years, it's been tough for me to focus on the positives, even though focusing on the positives is a core component of my approach to life and teaching. Looking into this further, I've [...]
Choosing eco-friendly decorations for your home may seem like a daunting task, but it will have a positive impact on the environment in the long run. Here are some straightforward guidelines for implementing environmentally friendly decorations in your home that will help you limit your [...]
The honey bees living in the mountains make life more pleasant. Besides being known as Paris of the South or Beer City USA, Asheville is also known as Bee City USA, as in honey bees. Asheville, North Carolina, is USA’s Bee City - Jason [...]
Growing fruit, vegetables, and herbs in different containers is an excellent way to utilize limited outdoor gardening space or to enjoy the appearance of plants grown in pots, raised boxes, and even refurbished items such as tires, furniture, and wheelbarrows. Containers not only save water, [...]
It is important to note that your cellphone manual warns about keeping the device a certain distance from your body to avoid exceeding federal radio frequency exposure limits. People typically keep their phones close to their bodies, usually in a pocket, in the real world. [...]
Being a major advocate for our Personal Freedoms, I feel it's important to Be grateful for how blessed we are and embrace this weekend to celebrate our freedoms! It's hard to imagine that June is already over! The beginning of July signifies even more celebrations. [...]
It's important to get out and breathe fresh air every day. We should all strive to do this. Being exposed to warm sunlight, a light breeze, and fresh, crisp air is refreshing in and of itself. Walking daily is a good start, but science says [...]
Longest Day of the Year—Everything You Need to Know The June solstice arrived this morning (Tuesday, June 21), signaling the beginning of summer as defined by astronomy. Many cultures worldwide celebrate the Solstice. Here are some trivia, jokes, and folklore about the event. June Solstice [...]
Fathers do a lot more than just providing for their children; they constantly support them, nurture them, guide them, and most importantly, they repeatedly sacrifice themselves to benefit their children. Whoever has been a father figure in your life deserves to be appreciated for all [...]
It's time to break out that picnic spread and enjoy the summer heat. But don't forget about how much waste juice boxes and individually wrapped treats create! This year, go for eco-friendly fun with a nature scavenger hunt, or try your hand at making your [...]
In addition to all the brilliant greens of spring, kudzu is undoubtedly one of the most abundant plants. It is commonly found throughout WNC, and it is the South's most well-known invasive species. Groups such as Kudzu Warriors, based in Western North Carolina, work to combat [...]
Technology has been ingrained in our daily routine. Advancements in Technology, from cellphones to smart appliances, continue to make our lives easier while also distracting us from conventional hobbies and interests. People trying to reconnect with non-techy hobbies may find it challenging to come up [...]
Gardening has been a part of human existence since the beginning. You can garden with success using these tips!
If you live in Asheville, you can’t miss some of the most recent headlines about our local black bears. Bears have been spotted in neighborhoods as close as half a mile from downtown getting into residential trash or just passing through. The bears are also [...]
June was a celebratory month. With both Father’s Day and the summer solstice, this year happening on the same day, I have always found this time of year to be joyful. It’s a chance to celebrate my relationship with my daughter and the sun that [...]
As we move into June, we’re reflecting back on the month of May, which just passed. On May 1st, we crossed another spiritual threshold. Opposite on the wheel of the year from Halloween is Beltane, another time when the veil between the worlds is thinnest. [...]
Every year, we honor Earth Day on April 22 as a way to recognize how our impact affects the planet we share. The very landscape of Asheville and the surrounding areas is shifting. The coronavirus pandemic, how we handle ourselves in a time of crisis, [...]
