Top Story Hike leader offering Pawpaw Foraging & River Walk Carolyn R. Wilson Correspondent Aug 30, 2023 Aug 30, 2023 0 Though their taste is reminiscent of tropical fruits, pawpaws are native to North America and Appalachia. File photo Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Carolyn R. 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