One of Rutherford County’s most beloved holiday experiences started in the small town of Forest City more than 90 years ago. It began with adorning two trees on Main Street with twinkling Christmas lights in the 1930s, and as the years went on, the tradition continued to grow and blossom. Today…
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Everyone knows what it takes to make a dog truly happy. A warm bed, ample treats and plenty of behind-the-ear massages go a long way, but what they really want is to go wherever we go. And that, of course, includes our vacations. Luckily, Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills isn’t just a place with…
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Two of the most anticipated deal days of the year for holiday shoppers. But sandwiched in-between these two mega-retail days is one of the most important Community-Friendly days of the holiday shopping season; Small Business Saturday. Begun in 2010 by American Express…
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The term "farm to table" has become a catchphrase for any restaurant wanting to make its mark in the world of organic dining. True farm to table dining, however, is rarely possible without the accessibility of locally cultivated meats and produce. The state of North Carolina has a rich history of…
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Our Guide to Chimney Rock & Lake Lure Holiday Festivities Chimney Rock and Lake Lure are the perfect places to enjoy the beauty of the North Carolina foothills at any season, but the holidays make them even more spectacular. From holiday lights and decorations bathed in crisp mountain air, to…
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Guys' Weekend. It doesn't get enough credit. While it's true that women tend to do more planning of activities for their weekend outings, men do actually enjoy more things than wolfing down burgers and nachos while yelling at sports players on a big screen tv - they generally just don't like to plan…
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The magic of fall is in the air, the time of year when shorter days and cooler nights spark the imagination and stimulate feelings of nostalgia and comfort. Here in Rutherford county nestled in the Blue Ridge Foothills, you can discover the brilliance of this season in a variety of different ways…
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Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills is the ultimate year-round destination. From splashing around in the water at Lake Lure Beach during the summer, to viewing the rich blankets of fall color that cover Chimney Rock; to coming home for the holidays to the millions of lights that magically light…
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From beginners to extreme outdoor enthusiasts - and all abilities in between – Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills packs in a variety of scenic trails, sure to provide ample natural distractions for a day, a weekend or an entire season. Whether you hike, bike, paddle or stroll, you will have the…
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In Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills, it’s a year of Milestone Anniversary Celebrations Lake Lure, N.C. – From the town’s founding 90 years ago to the 30 th anniversary of the “Dirty Dancing” movie that was largely filmed here, plus two splendid hotels celebrating milestone birthdays, 2017 marks…
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