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ABC's 20/20: Why are people in Asheville so darn happy?

Date Posted: Jan 11, 2008

'20/20' explores the myths and misconceptions about this essential emotion, including why Asheville was recently named the happiest place in America by journalist Eric Weiner in his novel "The Geography of Bliss."


Tune in to 20/20 on Friday, January 11 at 10 ET.  River Arts District painter Jonas Gerard and restaurant owner Laurey Masterton where both highlighted during ABC's recent visit as they tried to uncover what makes people in Asheville so darn happy!  



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