Tellin’ Tales at the National Storytelling Festival

International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, TN

Some 10,000 listeners will pull up a chair and settle back for three days of yarn-spinning fun at the annual National Storytelling Festival this October in historic Jonesborough, Tennessee.

Relishing Rhubarb and More at Seven Springs Farm

Seven Springs Farm in Tennessee grows rhubarb and onions

Do you like rhubarb? My first time trying this plant was at Seven Springs Farm in Maynardville, Tennessee, and it was sweet, tart and delicious.

First Lady Recognizes Garden at East Tennessee School

A little water, some sunshine, and a letter of praise from First Lady Michelle Obama are helping grow the garden at All Saints’ Episcopal School in Morristown.

Eco-Friendly Farmhouse is Lean and Green Home for Tennessee Farmers

Eco-Friendly Farmhouse

An East Tennessee couple makes a big investment on their future when building an eco-friendly farmhouse in Seymour.

Fehn’s 1891 House: Fine Cuisine and Family Tradition

Fehn's 1891 House in Dayton

For a rural fine dining experience, head to Fehn’s 1891 House in Dayton, which features brine-marinated fried chicken, homemade salad dressings and famous macaroon pie.

Barr Family Diversifies Farm With Custom Crops, Social Media

Jerry Barr

East Tennessee farmers discuss how they remain relevant by diversifying from cattle to mini hay bales and switchgrass, in addition to reaching out into social media.

Freiberg’s German Restaurant Brings Brats to Johnson City

Sauerbraten, red cabbage and pan-fried potatoes from Freiberg's Authentic German Cuisine in Johnson City.

Freiberg’s German Restaurant is an unusual find in Tennessee with a charming downtown location and live accordion music on weekends.

‘Ramp’ Up for a Good Festival

Follow your nose to the Cosby Ramp Festival, where the garlicky wild ramp plant reigns supreme.

McMinn County Living Heritage Museum Keeps History Alive

Located in Athens, Tennessee, the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum collects, preserves and displays the artifacts, documents and other items that represent the history of the county.

Tennessee Century Farm Families Are Deep-Rooted in Agriculture

Red Barn at Bacon Century Farm in Jonesborough, TN

Tennessee Century Farms have flourished on the same land for many generations.

Frozen Bald River Falls Photo From 1963

Frozen Bald River Falls in Tellico Plains, TN 1963

Recent story and photo of the frozen Tellico Plains waterfall brought back memories for one of our readers.

TN Farm Fresh: Apple Valley Orchards

This 40-acre farm has more than 12,000 trees and 25 different varieties of apples

Tennessee’s Civil War Trails

Some of many canons on display at Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, TN.

Civil War Trails program sends tourists through scenic Tennessee hills and hollers.

Jim Oliver’s Smoke House in Monteagle Draws Hungry Travelers

Monteagle, TN, Jim Oliver's Smoke House

The Smoke House is still drawing hungry crowds for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers much more than dining

Apple Cake Tea Room in Knoxville

Apple Cake Tea Room in Farragut, TN - Knoxville Restaurant

Knoxville’s Apple Cake Tea Room draws a loyal lunch crowd and hungry travelers for the restaurant’s chicken salad, homemade banana bread and, of course, heirloom apple cake.

Ridgewood Knows It’s All About the BBQ

Ridgewood Barbecue - BBQ Restaurant in Bluff City, TN

Bluff City is home to less than 2,000 residents, but foodies come from miles around to enjoy one-of-a-kind barbecue from a secret family recipe.

Bristol Speedway Lights Up Holiday Nights

Bristol Motor Speedway, holiday, lights

Bristol Motor Speedway may not seem like the place to get in the holiday spirit, but don’t be fooled.

A-Wassailing During a Historic Rugby Christmas

Historic Rugby celebrates Christmas with Victorian flair.

Dutch Maid Bakery Rises to Fame as Tennessee’s Oldest Bakery

Dutch Maid Bakery, pastry, food

After more than 100 years, the ovens are still piping hot at Tennessee’s oldest bakery.

Mountain Artisan Uses Gourds To Create Afro-Lachian Art

Jane Carter Buis gourd mask

Jane Carter Buis expresses her heritage through unique masks, animal figures and decorative pieces made from gourds and wood.

Step Back in Time at Buttonwillow Plantation

Buttonwillow Plantation, history

Civil War enthusiasts blend past with present.

Monteagle’s High Point Restaurant

High Point Restaurant in Monteagle, TN

Fine food isn’t a crime at this historic mountain restaurant with a connection to Al Capone.

Whitwell Remembers Holocaust with Paperclips

In the tiny town of Whitwell, Tennessee, stands one of the world’s most modest yet profound remembrances of World War II genocide, the Children’s Holocaust Memorial.