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Melinda Burris

I’m a passionate writer who enjoys sharing interesting people, places, and happenings with readers. A native North Carolinian, I love to travel and collect art of all types from folk and fine oil paintings to pottery.

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Travel

Two hikers with backpacks walk up a rocky mountain trail at sunset, the pink-orange sky and scattered clouds painting a perfect backdrop for their NC mountain road trip along the scenic Mayland Meander.

NC’s Most Charming Mountain Road Trip Route: The Mayland Meander

4 months ago • 5 min read July 17, 2026 • 5 min read

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