GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN, NC — The showy rose-lavender blooms decorating Grandfather’s slopes indicate the beginning of another breathtaking summer on the mountain. The “Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble” hosted by the attraction’s naturalists will celebrate this memorable sight May 30- June 12 at 1 p.m. daily. Grandfather’s knowledgeable guides are looking forward to sharing the beauty of this […]

(Boone, NC) – Virtual Blue Ridge is announcing the launch of a new website focusing on motorcycling in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Joe Veler, president of Virtual Blue Ridge, said “The launch of the website is perfect timing since May is Motorcycling Safety Awareness Month, and the lack of motorcycling safety tips specific to mountain […]

2011 marks the 10-year anniversary of an event that has become a model for the independent, grassroots, multi-genre family friendly outdoor music festival. In the way of marketing imagery, this anniversary edition of FloydFest X, the experience is aptly named. The “X”, according to spokespersons for the Floyd, Virginia based Production Company, Across-The-Way-Productions, stands for […]

(Galax, VA)  Decades of planning will come to fruition Memorial Day weekend as “The Roots of American Music,” a permanent, interactive exhibit at the Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213 near Galax, Virginia) officially opens to the public. This exhibit will tell the compelling story of the region’s rich music heritage and serve as the […]