A total of 3 Western N.C. locations ranked on two 10BEST Readers' Choice lists for 2026. Here's where, why they're the best and more.

Author Jan Karon is shy to admit that her fictional town of Mitford is based on Blowing Rock, North Carolina, but residents ...

Emergency crews were called to the house on Norwood Circle, just of Blowing Rock Road, around 4 a.m., according to police.

Coquina, a rock formed from tiny shells and sand, provides a habitat for various marine plants and animals. This specific outcropping is the only one of its kind on the U.S. East Coast between ...

A new list from WorldAtlas names 12 North Carolina towns that writers deemed perfect for a long weekend away. Founded in 1994 ...

BLOWING ROCK — After nearly four decades nestled by the lake at Chetola Resort, the annual Blowing Rock symphony event is moving to a new stage. Founded in 1987, the Symphony has been hosted at ...

Of a new list of 10 NC towns, half were located in Western NC. Here's where travel writers suggested visiting in each.

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Authorities are investigating after human remains were found at a rock quarry. According to the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office, they are investigating after the ...

No. 11 VCU upsets No. 6 seed North Carolina 82-78 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 19. The Tar Heels led by as many as 19 points during the game, but the Rams fought back ...

The North Face has just rolled out loads of new apparel markdowns, including a major one on its iconic Retro Denali jacket. The North Face Retro Denali jacket is now on sale for $126, instead of $180, ...

If you’ve ever wondered what a “spicy” home listing looks like, this home in the tiny mountain town of Chimney Rock, North Carolina may be the perfect example. The listing recently caught the ...