The American beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a medium to tall tree native to North America. A member of the Fagaceae family, this tree is closely related to other commonly known trees such as all species ...

A month after Hurricane Helene ravaged Western North Carolina, Beech Mountain is among the towns ready to welcome back visitors — and preparations are underway to resume ski season as normal.

Under the visionary leadership of Walter H. Beech, Beechcraft recognized this opportunity and played a crucial role in shaping the post-war aviation landscape. It sought to create a modern, ...