Dasha Morgan
How the Justice Family Is Overcoming Disaster to Reopen Their Llama Farm
The Justice family is making significant progress in rebuilding the Ellaberry Llama Farm, which suffered severe damage from flooding last September. They anticipate reopening this summer, with a new, centralized facility for educational activities, animal stalls, and more. Community support has been instrumental in their recovery, and the family looks forward to welcoming visitors back to their farm, home to 27 llamas and three alpacas.
Count Birds, Save Birds: The Importance of This Year’s Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count, occurring from February 14th to 17th, invites participants globally to watch and count birds for at least fifteen minutes, reporting findings to birdcount.org. Initiated by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the count helps scientists track bird populations before migration. Resources like the free Merlin Bird ID app assist participants in identifying species.
Dazzling Show Returns Featuring American Arts & Crafts Movement
The Arts & Crafts Movement was a reaction to mass production and industrialization. It emphasized quality craftsmanship, natural elements, simplicity, and handiwork.
Attend Haywood Ice Fest to Enjoy the Arctic Blast
The Haywood Ice Fest from January 30 to February 2 features a Cool Jazz concert with Alfredo Rodriguez, ice carving, skiing at Cataloochee, and cozy treats in downtown Waynesville, along with birding walks and ice fishing for a fun-filled winter weekend.
The Heartbreaking Impact of Hurricane Helene on Aviation History
Hurricane Helene severely damaged the Western North Carolina Air Museum in Hendersonville, flooding the facility and impacting its collection of historic aircraft, but the community has rallied to support recovery efforts, transforming the museum into a supply center for affected areas while fundraising initiatives, including a GoFundMe campaign, aim to restore the damaged site.
Why McFarlan Bake Shop’s Doughnuts Keep Customers Coming Back
The same ole-timey recipes are used that have been a part of the operation for years—with worn corners and sugar coated pages from years of being used.
Positive Role Models Empower Asheville Youth
KL Training Solutions seeks to take a stand and make a positive change in the lives of students.
Samaritan’s Purse Continues To Respond
Building and repairing houses, as well as replacing manufactured homes in North Carolina and Tennessee, is a current priority.
A Musical to Enjoy and Remember: All is Calm
“All Is Calm, The Christmas Truce of 1914” is a remarkable story in the words and songs of the men who lived it.
Experience Global Holiday Traditions at the Asheville Nativity Exhibit
For centuries the crèche as an art form has flourished in homes and churches worldwide.