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Best Spots to Pitch a Tent
Whether you are craving the crackling sounds of a warm bonfire or just looking for a cozy place to sleep under the stars, we have you covered on your next favorite camping spot. Here’s six 6 of our favorites. Laurel Falls This waterfall oasis is a beautiful change of scenery with every season. If you […]
Looking for the Lost State in a Distillery
If you’re looking to stock up your bar cart, Bristol has a secret and it’s called Lost State Distillery. This family-owned business was voted Best New Craft Distillery from USA Today 2020 Readers’ Choice. Drop by their shop and you’ll be treated to some of the finest small-batch spirits you’ve ever had the pleasure of […]
Top 5 Things to Do at Hands On! Discovery Center and Gray Fossil Site
Located off I-26 just minutes from Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol, Hands On! Discovery Center is a distinctive attraction that blends science, art, and natural history in a way that makes it unique. Be sure to add this all-ages science center to your itinerary because there you can engineer a rocket, create a masterpiece, or […]
Tea with Dr. Wykoff
Dr. Randy Wykoff is the founding dean of the College of Public Health at East Tennessee State University and has been with the institute for 16 years. Most recently, he was named editor-in-chief of the Journal of Appalachian Health which focuses on improving the health for people across Appalachia. Over a cup of Turkish tea, […]
There’s Something Funny Going On In Bristol
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 […]
Sangria, Slushies, and Scenery
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 […]
Drive Up Date Night: Our Claim to Iconic Drive-In Theaters
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 […]
Mountain Wildflowers and Where To Find Them
Follow along with outdoorsman and writer Johnny Molloy as he treks through the mountains of Northeast Tennessee. From the banks of the Nolichucky River to the top of Roan Mountain, wildflowers paint colors across Northeast Tennessee. As warmer days take over winter’s cold snap, hikers will find an array of blooms throughout the Cherokee National Forest. […]
The Top Spots for Live Music
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 […]
