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Saloon Studios Live 2023 Concert Series

The Saloon for Those Souls Thirsty for an Experience of a Lifetime.Take the unwinding road around the mountainside, where you’ll feel like you’ve entered another place and time as the 19th-century Western town appears out of the breathtaking Blue Ridge mountain range, created ... View the full post »

Ashe Bash - Free Concert

Mark your calendar for SAT, May 6, 2023, 7pm,  for the return of The Coolest Corner Ashe Bash Concert featuring The Steel Wheels and musical guest Presley Barker. The concert will be held at the "new" Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson. This event is free and f... View the full post »

Lost Province Center for Cultural Arts - Spring Update

The LPCCA website,  www.lostprovincearts.org, has postings for classes in pottery, quilting, kids classes and printmaking, with upcoming visiting Artisan workshops in traditional broom making, basketry and a barn quilt retreat this summer. Our culinary program, i... View the full post »

Transportation & Vehicle Rental Services, West Jefferson, NC Area

High Country TRANSPORTATION SERVICES  Ashe County Livery - ashecountylivery.com -  "Ashe County Livery offers luxury transportation services in the High-country of western North Carolina. Our Black Car Service includes luxury transportation, airport transpor... View the full post »

ALL-STAR RACE - North Wilkesboro Speedway

A pinnacle of NASCAR’s 75th anniversary season, the 2023 NASCAR All-Star Race will return to racing’s roots at historic North Wilkesboro Speedway, May 2023!  ASA Stars National Series - May 16, 2023Cars Pro & Late Model Stock - May 17, 2023&n... View the full post »

High Country Valentine's Day 2023

NC High Country Valentine's Events 2023!  Stay in a Cabin with an Outdoor Hot Tub ~ Want to make your trip into a weekend getaway? There are plenty of cabins to rent in the High Country with amazing Blue Ridge Mountain views, wood-burning fireplaces... View the full post »

High Country Real Estate Market Review, December 2022

During the month of December, the High Country MLS reported 175 residential home sales totaling $88.2 million. As we would except with limited inventory the number of closed transactions during the month of December was down from December of 2021 when the MLS reported 249... View the full post »

Cycle NC 2023

2023 Cycle North Carolina “Mountains to Coast” Route dates announced The twenty-fourth annual Cycle North Carolina “Mountains to Coast” Route ride is scheduled for a Banner Elk to Emerald Isle route, from Sept. 30 – Oct. 7, 2023. Cycle North Car... View the full post »

North Carolina Is The Great Trails State

2023 Year Of The Trail NC -In North Carolina, there is a trail for each of us. An open invitation for bikers, hikers, paddlers, and riders. For amblers, explorers, and commuters. These paths are a place of refuge and recreation, connecting us to the very essence of this state. To its storie... View the full post »

New Years Celebrations 2022, NC High Country

The NC High Country New Years Celebrations 2022 are a great way to ring in the New Year in the Boone, Blowing Rock, Beech Mountain, West Jefferson, Wilkesboro area!  There are activities for families and couples alike, both active and more traditional pursuits.  Here is our guide to th... View the full post »

Preparing Properties For Cold Weather

Checklist to Winterize Your Home in the NC High Country *Clean the gutters - Clear out any debris or leaves. Install downspout extenders as needed to direct water flow away from the house. *Insulate pipes/plumbing - Insulate pipes that are susce... View the full post »

MerleFest 2023

APRIL 27th-30th ~ 2023 will mark MerleFest’s 35th festival and will honor Doc Watson’s 100th birthday year. To celebrate the historic milestone event, organizers intend to feature MerleFest’s unique history and present unique collaborations to honor the festiva... View the full post »

Ski, Snowboard, Snow Tube, Ice Skate the High Country

North Carolina High Country is an oasis for outdoor adventure year-round. As the temperatures begin to drop and snow covers the mountain tops, you won’t want to miss a chance to hit the slopes. The High Country’s natural setting is perfect for ski season, typically lasting from Nov... View the full post »

Video: Ashe County Murals! We Love The Arts!

If you LOVE Murals and Public Art, Ashe County is the place to visit any time of the year. In this video, we explore a few of the many murals in the Coolest Corner of NC. Our art adventure begins in Fleetwood, before we drive to the New River State Park (Wagone... View the full post »

Holiday Light Displays 2022

Driving around looking at Christmas Lights is a fond memory for many families, and there are still places to enjoy this tradition in the NC High Country!  Full Article & Locations from High Country Host:  Click Here:https://highcountryhost.com/Holiday-Light-Displays-... View the full post »