Will Banks, a son of slaves, was born in 1875 in the Crumpler community of Ashe County, NC…. Read More
A series of ironic twists: The life of William Sidney Porter
You’ve probably heard the story about the young couple who were short on money but who desperately want… Read More
Gear Shifts and Gunny Sacks By Wayne J. Pitts
You know all those country songs that talk about “Daddy’s Hands,” “Daddy’s Old Truck,” “Riding next to Daddy,”… Read More
The legend of Sister Sophie
Humble beginnings often lead to humility and a life of service. One legendary example is a woman know… Read More
The Little Brown Church in the Vale By Wayne J. Pitts
The house that I grew up in was at the end of the electrical grid, which meant that… Read More
Branch Lettuce time
Some folks call Spring in the mountains Green Up time. As Winter releases its grip (begrudgingly!), the hills… Read More