There is one thing that came from the pandemic that is a welcome new addition to our area: Blue Ridge Comedy Club. Owner Shawn Carter, a professional comedian and producer from Boston, ended up in Bristol during the pandemic with his wife, Sarah Morgan. Shawn saw that there was an absence of a place here […]
If you take the time to tackle the winding hills of Johnson County, you’ll be treated to beautiful vistas, which includes Watauga Lake and breathtaking mountain views. Tucked inside one of those hills is Watauga Lake Winery. This winery is Johnson County’s first and is located inside the former Big Dry Run Schoolhouse. Some […]
The summer season brings fresh mountain air, country back roads, and road trips close to home. And, we’re betting you wouldn’t mind a cozy night under the stars, your favorite snacks, and a classic movie. Although there were drive-in theaters as early as 1933, they’ve become more of a rarity in the 21st Century with […]
Tennessee is known for its music heritage, and it’s no secret the far corner of the state is home to some of the best sounds in Tennessee. In fact, you don’t have to look too far to find live performances any night of the week in Northeast Tennessee. Bristol Bristol is a hot spot for […]
There aren’t many places in the world where you’ll find an active pre-historic fossil site that actually allows visitors to dig for remains of animals dating back more than 4.9 million years. Northeast Tennessee is home to the Hands On! Discovery Center at the Gray Fossil Site, an active Pliocene-era fossil dig site, operated […]
Stretching across the Doe River, The Elizabethton Covered Bridge was built in 1882 and still remains a frequented destination. Visitors can walk through the bridge and enjoy activities at The Covered Bridge Park, only a stretch from downtown. […]
Let’s face it, looking forward to your summer vacation while it’s still the middle of winter feels a lot like looking for the finish line in a marathon. You know you’ll get there sooner or later, but at the moment it seems impossibly far away. Luckily, Northeast Tennessee has a huge variety of attractions that […]
In 1780, the Overmountain Men crossed Choates Ford in the Holston River. Thomas Jefferson coined this event as “The turning of the tide for the American Revolution.” Just 300 yards upstream, you can take in the same views the Overmountain Men did, from the Bluff City Swinging Bridge. […]
If you are fascinated with all things circa 1920, the General Francis Marion Hotel is a must-see. Located in downtown Marion, it is convenient to local shopping and dining. The hotel was originally opened in May 1927 and has 36 well appointed guest rooms. The rooms are decorated with an understated elegance including dark wood […]
See how locals, Kate and Katelyn, spend the day in search of new ways to enjoy the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee. […]
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Johnson City, TN 37601
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