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It’s Cold and the Snows Come and Go

Posted on January 4, 2014 by Clyde Holler

We had our coldest day so far yesterday, starting at about 11 degrees and warming to a toasty 21. We had a dusting of snow – the second of the year – and there’s still a bit of ice on … Continue reading →

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Builder’s Showcase and Buckner Brothers Band

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Clyde Holler

We’ve been having some beautiful fall weather. This past week, some of the leaves have turned. The dogwoods are kind of a rusty bronze this year, and some of the hickory trees are beginning to show yellow. I haven’t seen … Continue reading →

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What a Rainy Summer!

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Clyde Holler

The story of the summer so far is rain and more rain. It barely held off long enough for the parade in downtown Blue Ridge Saturday, but it rained on the Abominable’s concert afterwards. Almost every afternoon or evening, we’ve … Continue reading →

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Building vs. Buying

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Clyde Holler

Build your own cabin or buy an existing cabin? It’s a big decision, and there are a few things I always like to tell people before they make it. First, in most cases, you’ll get a better deal on an … Continue reading →

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Mennonite Farmer’s Market and “old school” Winter Pleasures

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Clyde Holler

The weather has bounced back warm for now. November was colder than usual, so perhaps it’s a payback. There have been some nice afternoons for porch sitting, and I’ve been able to catch up on a few neglected outside chores. … Continue reading →

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A Cool, Wet Summer and a Fall Realty Forecast

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Clyde Holler

The morning temperatures dropped about ten degrees over the weekend, to about 60°. So the weekend was really wonderful. It seems that the cooler trend is continuing this week, as is the rain. I can’t recall a summer in the … Continue reading →

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Nature Watch and Some Great Listings

Posted on December 27, 2003 by Clyde Holler

After two weeks of pretty dreary weather, we’re seeing some beautiful days, and temperatures are warming up nicely. Yesterday was in the 50s, and the 60s are predicted for today. The little snowfall we had on the 18th was nicely … Continue reading →

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