A photograph looking down a bending road. In the foreground the road curve right, then left, and in the distance turns right again, forming a pleasing S curve which leads the viewer through the photo. The walls of the mountains near us form a sort of natural border, highlighting the subject.

Snake Road- Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 55mm, f14.0

#photography #art #naturephotography #blueskyartshow #streetphotography #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #NorthCarolina #WesternNC #nikon

Big thanks to everyone who came out to Oak and Grist in Black Mountain last night!

We're so lucky to have a thriving local business economy here in WNC supported by our communities. I'll be proud to be the strong voice they deserve in Congress.

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC #BlackMountainNC

A photograph of a set of icicles clinging to the edge of a small cliff. Natural water springs in the mountains above feed water slowly to these areas, where they freeze, growing as more water drips down. The white icicles contrast sharply with the out of focus stone of the cliff face behind them, bringing the focus back to the icicles.

Last gasps of Winter - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 55mm, f2.8

#photography #art #naturephotography #blueskyartshow #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #NorthCarolina #WesternNC #nikon

Free Community Markets Manna FoodBank March 23 - March 27. 2026 | WNC Times Manna FoodBank Announcement: March 20, 2026: Do you or someone you know need help with groceries this week in WNC? We can help with our free food Co...

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A photograph of an old tunnel in the mountains of Western NC, in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. The face of the tunnel is made of cut stones forming the arch of the tunnel. Inside, the tunnel is almost fully black. In the exact center of the tunnel you can see the bright tunnel exit, looking tiny in the distance. Framing the tunnel is the the wintery trees of the mountains.

Perspectives - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 55mm, f14.0

#photography #art #natutephotography #blueskyartshow #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #WesternNC #NorthCarolina #nikon

Clouds gathering below blue skies over the mountains of Pisgah National Forest. Taken this morning from the top of the Gentle Mountain.

View of Mt. Pisgah with a splash of spring purple in the foreground. From a short hike this morning.
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#Landscape
#Parks
#WesternNC

Asheville’s Iconic "Downtown After 5" Returns for 2026: Multicultural Lineup Unveiled | WNC Times The Asheville Downtown Association has officially pulled back the curtain on the 2026 Downtown After 5 (DTA5) season. This year, the beloved free conc...

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A portrait of our white Goldendoodle Lucas lying sleepily with his head resting on the arm rest of a couch.

Sleepy Sunday - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 55mm, f3.5

#photography #art #portraits #blueskyartshow #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #WesternNC #nikon

Severe Weather Threat Followed by Arctic Blast: What WNC Needs to Know | WNC Times Western North Carolina is bracing for a "double-whammy" weather event starting Sunday afternoon. A dynamic storm system will bring a risk of severe th...

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WNC Helene Recovery Funds Grow, But Advocates Warn Billions More Are Needed | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — More than 18 months after Hurricane Helene carved a path of destruction through Western North Carolina, state and local leaders are pressi...

WNC Helene Recovery Funds Grow, But Advocates Warn Billions More Are Needed wnctimes.com/article/wnc-... #WNCStrong #HeleneRecovery #NorthCarolina #Asheville #WesternNC #DisasterRelief #MountainStrong #NCNews #CommunityRecovery #Infrastructure #RebuildWNC #WNCRecovery #NCPolitics

The Silent Crisis: Protecting the Next Generation in WNC | WNC Times Asheville mom warns of rising teen suicide risk in Buncombe County. Learn how to spot signs and find support in WNC. Stay informed!

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Leadership in Washington has failed Western North Carolina. Many of our friends and neighbors are still struggling a year and a half later. We deserve a representative who will fight for us to get back on our feet and fully recover from Helene.

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC #HurricaneHelene

The Scoop on Pi: The Hop Ice Cream Café Celebrates the ‘Beauty of the Irrational’ | WNC Times This Saturday, March 14, The Hop Ice Cream Café invites the community to embrace their inner math geek—and their sweet tooth—for a celebration of Pi D...

The Scoop on Pi: The Hop Ice Cream Café Celebrates the ‘Beauty of the Irrational’ wnctimes.com/article/the-... #PiDay2026 #AshevilleEvents #AVLnews #TheHopIceCream #BeautyOfTheIrrational #PieFunRun #UNCA #WesternNC #wnctimes #IrrationalCelebration #IceCreamLovers #MathIsCool #RunForPie #PiDayParty

HUD "Reserves" $11M for Clinchfield Mill Project: A Federal Promise, Not Yet a Reality | WNC Times MARION, NC – Federal officials gathered at the historic Clinchfield Mill on Thursday, March 12, to announce a "fund reservation" of $11 million for a ...

HUD "Reserves" $11M for Clinchfield Mill Project: A Federal Promise, Not Yet a Reality wnctimes.com/article/hud-... #CommunityDevelopment #WNCnews #WNC #NCPolitics #HousingCrisis #WesternNC #HUD #RuralHousing #FederalFunding #HistoricRenovation #MarionProgress #Asheville #FederalGovernment

Community Rallies to Save 1909 Pedestrian Bridge on Beaucatcher Mountain | WNC Times Weaverville residents rally to preserve the historic Beaucatcher Bridge near Asheville. Learn about preservation efforts and greenway plans.

Community Rallies to Save 1909 Pedestrian Bridge on Beaucatcher Mountain wnctimes.com/article/beau... #asheville #weaverville #wncnews #wnctimes #historicpreservation #saveourbridge #localhistory #ashevillenc #buncombecounty #historicasheville #ncnews #savehistory #westernnc #localstories

Community Rallies to Save 1909 Pedestrian Bridge on Beaucatcher Mountain | WNC Times Weaverville residents rally to preserve the historic Beaucatcher Bridge near Asheville. Learn about preservation efforts and greenway plans.

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A photograph of a serene mountain landscape at dawn. Facing away from the sun, the early dawn light casts purple and orange light evenly across the horizon. A low fog lies like a white blanket over the valleys below, with mountains rising out of the mist. The view fades into the vast distance, miles away, fading into a hazy blue which echoes the blues in the sky above. Trees in the foreground frame the edges of the photo, drawing attention to the focal point of the valley and sky.

Dreaming at Sunrise - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 28mm, f13.0

#photography #art #dawnphotography #blueskyartshow #landscapephotography #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #WesternNC #nikon

A photograph of a rainy street at night in a small mountain town. The street is utterly empty and lifeless. A pair of traffic lights dominate the center of the scene. Under them, the wet road reflects the green light of the traffic lights. Street lights line the edges of the road, cheerily lighting the street for no one, receding into the haze in the background.

Greenlight - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 55mm, f5.0

#photography #art #nightphotography #blueskyartshow #streetphotography #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #WesternNC #nikon

Good morning, Western North Carolina! Today is Primary Election Day and I would be honored to earn your vote. Polls are open now until 7:30pm — visit iWillVote.com to find your voting information.

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

A photograph of a landscape at sunset. The sun has just set behind a vast mountainrange, casting a strong glow into the sky. Low clouds catch the glowing light coming from behind the mountains and draw attention to the center of the frame. The center of the frame is dominated by the fiery orange of the sunset, fading into deep blue in the sky above. The ground and horizon is cast fully into shadow by the exposure, showing only the silhouette of the mountains in the distance. On either side of the frame, trees flank the view, framing the sunset, also shown only as dark silhouettes.

Feliz - Bryson City, Western NC, USA

February 2026

Nikon Z5, 28mm, f11.0

#photography #art #sunsetphotography #blueskyartshow #landscapephotography #straightoutofcamera #SOOC #EastCoastKin #WesternNC #nikon

As we enter the final stretch of the primary, I want to express how grateful I am to all of our supporters across Western North Carolina — this campaign is powered by you!

Make sure to cast your vote before early voting ends Saturday, or on primary election day March 3rd.

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

WNC Flood Control Gets Boost: $6M in Grants Awarded by State | WNC Times WNC flood control gets a $5.7M boost! Grants support resilience projects in Buncombe, Haywood, & Henderson counties after Hurricane Helene.

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Great to have the boys together this afternoon to go vote in the primary. It was awesome to be a part of Nolin's first time voting!

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

It was great to catch up with Buncombe Commissioner Al Whitesides today — a Western NC legend! I'm grateful for his continued support and endorsement of my campaign.

#NC11 #BuncombeNC #WNC #WesternNC

A Major Turning Point: Lake Lure Begins Refilling Following Hurricane Helene Recovery | WNC Times Town of Lake Lure -- February 8, 2026: The Town of Lake Lure has reached a significant milestone in its recovery from Hurricane Helene. On February 6, 2026, town officials officially began the process...

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Haywood Polar Plunge complete! Shout-out to the Haywood Waterways Association for hosting this awesome event — and all they do for our community!

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

After a busy day on the campaign trail, Amy and I hosted the App State ultimate frisbee team for a steak dinner and to watch the Carolina/Duke game!

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

The "Factory" for America: Why Baxter’s Marion Layoffs Signal a New Era in Medicine | WNC Times Marion -- February 6, 2026: Baxter Healthcare Corp. confirmed yesterday that it has laid off approximately 90 employees at its North Cove manufacturing facility. While the reduction represents 3% of t...

The "Factory" for America: Why Baxter’s Marion Layoffs Signal a New Era in Medicine wnctimes.com/article/the-... #WNCnews #McDowellCounty #MarionNC #WesternNC #AshevilleNews #WNCtimes #BaxterHealthcare #Manufacturing #MedicalSupplyChain #HealthcareNews #Businessnews #PharmaIndustry #WNCBusiness

Thanks to everyone who came out to our meet and greet at Hi-Wire Brewing last night! It's been so great to connect with so many of our friends and neighbors across Western NC. Be on the lookout for more dates soon!

#NC11 #WNC #WesternNC

Thaw

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