From Business: In 1830 the Burke County Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions decided that the County needed a new courthouse to replace the “shabby, weather-beaten” plank courthouse that had…

From Business: The house at Quaker Meadows was built in 1812 by Captain Charles McDowell, Jr. in anticipation of his marriage the following year to his cousin, Anna McDowell of Pleasant…

From Business: Shuford House & Gardens is a charming community house in the Oakwood district, built in 1904, now adjacent to other historic structures and a small public park with gardens,…

From Business: Built in 1793 by Colonel John Carson, the Historic Carson House today is a privately owned history museum that is open to the public. This historic plantation home is filled…

From Business: Smithmore is 5 Star Castle Hotel located in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. It sits nearly 4,000 feet up and boasts breathtaking views. Smithmore Castle also has a…