Hometowns
This season, each episode of Hometowns takes you on a trip off the beaten path to explore communities in Southwest Virginia. Hear personal stories only locals know about and learn about what makes each town unique. A genuine look at Central Appalachia, through the eyes of those who know it best.
- 2023-2026
- 3 seasons
- Action & Adventure
This season, each episode of Hometowns takes you on a trip off the beaten path to explore communities in Southwest Virginia. Hear personal stories only locals know about and learn about what makes each town unique. A genuine look at Central Appalachia, through the eyes of those who know it best.
Season 3 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2025 - 2026
Episode 1
Asheville, NC
Thu, Oct 16, 2025
Discover Asheville, North Carolina, where the Blue Ridge Mountains cradle a city of artists, dreamers, and doers. From craft breweries to street performers, farmers to conservationists, Asheville thrives on creativity and connection to nature.
Episode 2
Grand County, CO
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
Venture into Grand County, Colorado, where towering peaks and vast valleys hold stories of ranchers, adventurers, and families who call this rugged land home. It's a place where mountain culture, outdoor spirit, and small-town resilience converge.
Episode 3
Chincoteague, VA
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Step onto Chincoteague Island, Virginia, where salt marshes meet sandy shores and wild ponies run free. Here, a coastal community shaped by tides and time blends generations-old fishing traditions with natural beauty, island resilience, and a spirit of independence that endures in every story, every dock, and every sunrise.
Episode 4
The Shoals, AL
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
Travel to The Shoals, Alabama, a river-driven region where the sounds of Muscle Shoals helped shape American music. Along these storied waters, legends were born, timeless songs were crafted, and a creative spirit took root. Today, culture, history, and community pride echo just as loudly as the music recorded on its banks, reminding visitors why The Shoals remains one of America's most soulful places.
Episode 5
Wytheville, VA
Thu, Dec 11, 2025
Journey to Wytheville, Virginia-a town shaped by the crossroads of history, heritage, and a strong sense of community spirit. From its Revolutionary War roots to its vibrant Main Street revival, Wytheville stands as a testament to the resilience of Appalachia, the warmth of its people, and the enduring power of calling a place home.
Episode 6
Grayson County, VA
Thu, Dec 25, 2025
Journey to Grayson County, Virginia, where Mount Rogers rises high, music runs deep, and craftsmanship, tradition, and community endure. From old-time fiddles and handmade guitars to storied basketball legacies and close-knit towns, this episode explores how people, place, and pride continue to define what home truly means.
Episode 7
Fairbanks, AK
Thu, Jan 8, 2026
Step into Fairbanks, Alaska, where midnight sun and northern lights shape daily life. This frontier city blends Indigenous heritage, gold rush grit, and modern resilience, standing as a beacon of survival and wonder at the edge of the Arctic.
Episode 8
Fayetteville, AR
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
Discover Fayetteville, Arkansas, where Ozark Mountain roots meet the energy of a thriving university town. Steeped in music, food, and tradition, Fayetteville balances progress and heritage, negotiating its past and future in real time at the crossroads of creativity, memory, and momentum.
Episode 9
Nevis Island Part 1
Thu, Feb 5, 2026
Sail to Nevis, a Caribbean island where volcanic peaks, rich history, and warm community spirit converge. From Alexander Hamilton's birthplace to vibrant village life, Nevis holds stories of Sail to Nevis, a Caribbean island where volcanic peaks, layered history, and warm community spirit converge. From Alexander Hamilton's birthplace to vibrant village life shaped by land and sea, Nevis tells a story of resilience, quiet beauty, and a deep sense of belonging that endures across generations.resilience, beauty, and belonging.
Episode 10
Nevis Island Part 2
Thu, Feb 19, 2026
In Part 2 of our Nevis journey, we step into the present to explore the island as it operates today. From those who work here and invest here to those who protect the land and shape its future, we meet dive masters, business owners, resort leaders, and community voices navigating growth and preservation. This is a small island making big decisions in real time.