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A young girl with red ribbons in her hair on a swing, set against an American flag, symbolizing themes from the American blues poetry "I Hear America Singing the Blues" by Jacqueline Allen Trimble.

I Hear America Singing the Blues

After her daughter was caught in the crossfire of a shootout, Jacqueline Allen Trimble penned a poem that asks: how do we sing when every note sounds like a gunshot?

The Real Ted Lasso Lives in North Carolina

In 1971, Vaughn Christian was invited to coach the Appalachian State soccer team, even though he had never played the game. He won five conference titles in seven years.

The Catch of His Life Was Me

She was from Ohio. He was from Georgia. She’d never heard of a crankbait. But it was the fishing that reeled her in.

Applauding a Heroine and a Hero

This week, we celebrate two Southern icons—one whose name is universally known, and one who’s not so familiar.

Southern, Just Seasoned a Little Differently

Five chefs with roots in Asia and the Middle East are changing Southern food. Today, they talk about how Southern food changed them.

A Fortress in the Treetops

A North Georgia writer remembers a childhood mission accomplished—and reminds us how simple life can be when you’re only eight years old.

Take Off Your Shoes and Be Quiet

A meditation retreat shouldn’t make you angry, right? But if it does, maybe you should simply wait, just a little longer.

Eat, Ponder, Breathe

This week brings you the perfect expression of how Southern food isn’t stuck in the past—and two sweet side dishes of food for thought.

Alon Shaya’s Blue Crab and Roasted Corn Hummus

A little extra time and money will yield the best hummus you’ve ever had.

What We Think About When We Think About Mama

Southerners everywhere celebrate Mother’s Day today. Here are some things to think about while you do.

4518 Miles

A poem for my daughter

The Diva Next Door

Arkansas-born Shara Nova is an alt-pop icon, acclaimed operatic singer, and prolific composer. She defies category. In a biz that wants women to fit in boxes, that’s a problem.

You Must Not Be From Around Here

Home is one thing. Where you’re from is another. And can you talk about the difference politely while you’re standing in the checkout line?