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Joshua Moore
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas
Experience the magic of Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas with festive lights and joyful performances. Discover why Dollywood’s Smoky Mou


Joshua Moore
Dec 8, 20241 min read
The 82nd running of the CSX Santa Train
Experience the magic of the 82nd running of the CSX Santa Train, an iconic Appalachian tradition that brings joy to families for generations


Joshua Moore
Nov 20, 20241 min read
All Aboard for Holiday Cheer: The 82nd Annual CSX Santa Train Experience!
Ti's the season—the season for Santa—and the 82nd running of the CSX Santa Train.


Joshua Moore
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Discovering The Towers: A Breathtaking Appalachian Landmark
Uncover the beauty of The Towers, a majestic Appalachian landmark in Southwest Virginia.


Joshua Moore
Oct 28, 20242 min read
Flag Rock Recreation Area, A Southwest Virginia Top 5 viewpoint
Flag Rock Recreation Area, home of the Woodbooger and one of Southwest Virginia’s top 5 viewpoints.


Joshua Moore
Oct 24, 20241 min read
From Stage to Service: The Scythian Fan-ily Donates Needed Items
From stage to service, the Scythian Fan-ily came out to the Charlotte Neighborhood Theatre in Charlotte, NC


Joshua Moore
Oct 20, 20243 min read
Blue Highway Fest, Days Three and Four
The second part of Blue Highway Fest, days three and four, was held at Bullett Park in Big Stone Gap, VA.


Joshua Moore
Oct 16, 20242 min read
Blue Highway Fest, Days One and Two
Blue Highway Fest, days one and two, kicked off in downtown Big Stone Gap, VA, better known as the Gem of Virginia.


Joshua Moore
Oct 14, 20242 min read
Backline Takes the Spotlight: The Rising Star Challenge at Blue Highway Fest
The Rising Star Challenge was a first for Blue Highway Fest, an International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)


Joshua Moore
Oct 8, 20242 min read
Honest One: Goldpine "One"
Kicking off our first "Honest One" is an Americana band out of Nashville, TN, Goldpine, formerly known as "My One & Only."


Joshua Moore
Oct 6, 20244 min read
The Ripple Effect of Generosity: Surpassing Our Goal for the Toy Drive - Hurricane Helene Relief
We might be a small pebble amongst many large rocks, but we skipped with great force across a large pond, thanks to our region's support


Joshua Moore
Oct 2, 20242 min read
Country Song Roundup with Tom Netherland
Country Song Roundup is an all-country radio show where you can listen to authentic country music.


Joshua Moore
Sep 30, 20241 min read
Help Brighten a Child's Day: Toy Drive for NE Tennessee Shelters
WE DID IT!!! We met our goal, and then some. THANK YOU to everyone who gave, you have no idea how much of an impact this will make, how...


Joshua Moore
Sep 29, 20242 min read
Wiseman's View, North Carolina's Grand View
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Wiseman's View in North Carolina. At 3,400 feet, this grand overlook offers stunning views of Linville G


Joshua Moore
Sep 28, 20242 min read
Hurricane Helene Brings Devastation to Appalachian Region
September 28, 2024 Hurricane Helene left millions without power and brought devastation to the Appalachian Region. High winds soared...


Joshua Moore
Sep 26, 20242 min read
Elk in Action: Experiencing the Smoky's' Rutting Season
Elk rutting, or the elk mating season, has become a rather popular event to behold in the Smoky’s. It’s a time of year when you can see...


Joshua Moore
Sep 25, 20243 min read
3 Historic Northeast Tennessee Towns You Should Visit
Explore the charm and rich history of 3 Historic Tennessee Towns - Rogersville, Jonesborough, and Greeneville.


Joshua Moore
Sep 24, 20242 min read
West Virginia, The Only State Entirely in the Appalachian Region
Thirteen states make up the Appalachian Region; however, only one is entirely rooted here: West Virginia. West Virginia is also one of the m


Joshua Moore
Sep 23, 20243 min read
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, A miniature Smoky’s, Without The Crowd
The Cumberland Gap was the first gateway to the western frontier, and it’s said that 300,000 people crossed here.


Joshua Moore
Sep 22, 20242 min read
Top 5 Locations to View Autumn Color Along The Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of America's greatest Byways. It spans 469 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Western...
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