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Reclaimed coal mine site flourishing as apple orchard in Davella
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DAVELLA — Once a barren coal mine, a mountain-top site in Martin County has been transformed into a flourishing apple orchard. On Saturday and Sunday, Ryan Wilson and his wife Andrea, managers of AppleAtcha Orchards, set up a bustling farmers market along Airport Road. The couple sold bags and bushels
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Shuffle Bean Coffee: A Costa Rican gem bringing the finest flavors to coffee lovers
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Shuffle Bean Coffee, a gem in the world of coffee, is captivating the taste buds of coffee lovers with its exceptional quality and unique origin. Nestled within the Dota Region of the Tarrazu Mountains in Costa Rica, Shuffle Bean is quickly gaining recognition as one of the finest coffee brands
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Realty One USA armed with top performers
BY DIANE SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Since its inception 27 years ago, Realty One USA has transformed from an idea to a prominent, respected and personal agency in the real estate industry. Realty One USA was founded in 1996 in Lovely. Owner Jim Booth then enlisted his sister, Peggy Blankenship, who became instrumental in growing the
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DQ Grill & Chill opens in Inez
INEZ — DQ fans, rejoice. Inez just got a whole lot sweeter as the DQ Grill & Chill restaurant opened Tuesday in Inez. The restaurant at 122 Board Walk is owned by Fast Eats, held by Jim Booth, and will be operated by James Mills, both of whom are experienced entrepreneurs and restauranteurs. Fast Eats also owns
