Carver's Orchard and Apple House, an autumn tradition

COSBY-Halloween masks have been placed aside once again, but cooling temperatures and the rustling of colorful leaves means there are several weeks of fall fun still to be had. One Cocke County tradition that has been entertaining both locals and tourists for decades is a visit to Carver's Orchard and Applehouse.

Kyle Carver began planting and grafting his apple seeds back in the 1940's. Presently the eighty acre estate that houses some 40,000 different apple trees lies in the hands of his son Danny Ray Carver, a fifth generation grower in his family. His wife. Irene, and daughters, Stacey and Danielle, have been by his side helping their father with the restaurant and orchard for years, making this local business one that has truly blossomed from family roots.

Find out more information in this week's copy of The Newport Plain Talk.