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3 things happening in NC: The Polar Bear Plunge in Blowing Rock

January 19, 2026

A group of brave swimmers take the Polar Bear Plunge at Chetola Lake in Blowing Rock, part of this week’s slate of statewide events.

3 things happening in NC: The Polar Bear Plunge in Blowing Rock

WorldAtlas names this Western NC town the ‘quirkiest’ in the state

May 26, 2026

One place in western North Carolina stood out to WorldAtlas writers as the “quirkiest” town in North Carolina.

WorldAtlas names this Western NC town the ‘quirkiest’ in the state

Here’s which western NC towns landed among 6 most ‘idyllic small towns’ in NC

February 19, 2026

A new list of six “idyllic small towns” in North Carolina included several in the state’s western region. Here’s what to know about them.

Here’s which western NC towns landed among 6 most ‘idyllic small towns’ in NC

New list ranks 10 cutest towns in North Carolina. Here’s what’s on it

June 17, 2026

A new list from WorldAtlas names 10 North Carolina places their writers deemed the “cutest towns” in the state for 2026 – including a full half of the list located in Western NC.

New list ranks 10 cutest towns in North Carolina. Here’s what’s on it

😡 A bad look for NC’s US Senate candidate

July 22, 2026

Plus: The arts take over a NC town Share with a friend Hey, it’s Billy. Below, we’ve got some troubling news about NC jails, and Blowing Rock’s big art in the park party, but first: Over the weekend, the Republican US Senate candidate from NC, Michael Whatley, had some more trouble with the press. Organizers…

😡 A bad look for NC’s US Senate candidate

List ranks the ‘coolest NC towns.’ Most are in western NC

July 24, 2026

A new list ranked the “coolest NC towns,” combining cooler summer temperatures and good vacation options. Five of the towns are in western NC.

List ranks the ‘coolest NC towns.’ Most are in western NC

3 things happening in NC: The 100-mile yard sale on US Highway 21 returns this week

July 21, 2026

A bargain hunter’s dream come true returns this week with the 100 mile yard sale

3 things happening in NC: The 100-mile yard sale on US Highway 21 returns this week

North Carolina’s 9 most magical winter festivals

November 19, 2025

Nights are brighter and filled with cheer at these family-friendly winter festivals held across North Carolina.

North Carolina’s 9 most magical winter festivals

See 6 western NC destinations that are perfect for a long weekend trip

April 21, 2026

A whopping six western NC destinations placed on WorldAtlas’ list of best spots for a long weekend. All told, North Carolina landed 12 spots on the list.

See 6 western NC destinations that are perfect for a long weekend trip

Watch the Geminid meteor shower in NC

December 8, 2025

Plus: A snowy scene in Blowing Rock. Share with a friend Hey, it’s Billy. “The Nutcracker” doesn’t have a sequel, per se. The fanciful Christmas classic, however, does enjoy plenty of adaptations and reimaginings. Here’s a local one worth your time, North Carolina. The Charlotte-based dance and performance outfit Caroline Calouche & Co.…

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