Lexington, NC A story that begins with a teenage boy in North Carolina building a chest in shop class and winning an industrial arts award now has chapters that span a 50-year professional art career. Those chapters include such accomplishments as a world-renowned furniture line, paintings and prints hanging in…
View moreThe Yadkin Valley’s newest vineyard showcases wine, mountain views and sunsets on 70 acres bordering the Fisher River. Melissa Hayes and husband, Christian Krobisch, opened Serre Vineyards in September. The Charlotte couple fell in love with NC wine while touring vineyards statewide, spurring them to start their own. The centerpiece…
View moreThe rural town of Dobson makes the most of its Yadkin Valley location with stunning scenery, rolling terrain for outdoor activities and sprawling vineyards for growing grapes. It’s a quiet and relaxing getaway, less than two hours from Charlotte and less than an hour from Winston-Salem. Dobson’s rural nature allows…
View moreIt can bring solace in times of uncertainty to think about those aspects of life which move forward unaffected. In the vineyards of the Yadkin Valley, grapes grow on leafy vines, marking the promise of a coming harvest just a few months away. Nobody knows when executive orders will be…
View moreHaze Gray Vineyards, which draws its name from the color of U.S. naval ships, opened its winery and tasting room on Dec. 19. Owners Deane and Becky Muhlenberg have long-standing military ties, including Deane’s three-decade career as a Navy flight officer. The Muhlenbergs relocated to Surry County three years ago…
View moreOn any given weekday, you’ll find parked cars lining Main Street in Lexington, people strolling the sidewalk with bags on their arms, and store doors swinging open and shut with customers going in and out. In an era of downtown revitalization, this small Piedmont town teems with activity. This time…
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Hey, Lake Norman! Ready to wine down? Barrel Wine Lounge in Mooresville is calling your name! Imagine cozy vibes, delicious sips, and maybe even a little amore with your Merlot. We’re pouring happiness one glass at a time. Come on over, we’d love to see your smiling face. Cheers to good times and great wine!
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