Born and bred in Western North Carolina, Brook Bolen is based in Asheville, NC and has written for publications including Thrillist, Vice, the Guardian, and Salon.
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Interested in dropping alcohol? Here are 7 THC-infused drinks made in North Carolina.
These hemp-derived drinks give a light buzz, but without alcohol or hangovers. Here’s a guide to the North Carolina THC-infused drinks you should try.
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7 NC Instagram accounts to help you ditch the doomscrolling
North Carolinians, now’s the time to intentionally scroll for joy. Here are some local accounts on Instagram to help you do just that.
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USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright
The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here’s what to know.
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Treat yourself: 2024 Election Day freebies and discounts
Here’s a look at some of the freebies and deals you can sport on Election Day this year.
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Go Batty: October is Bat Appreciation Month
October is Bat Appreciation Month, and these winged creatures offer valuable benefits to the environment and economy.
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Everything you need to know about the new flu and COVID vaccines
When it comes to protection against flu and COVID, vaccines are necessary to tackle the latest strains of each. Here’s what you need to know.
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A ‘partisan’ decision at the NC Supreme Court will delay voters’ ability to vote by mail
Your North Carolina absentee ballot will be delayed, possibly by weeks, because of a NC Supreme Court decision that many are calling partisan in nature.
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These 7 NC towns are great for vacations, but not retirement
These seven cities across North Carolina make ideal vacation destinations, according to The Travel, but are not well-suited for retiring in NC.
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Creamy, dreamy treats await on the Hendersonville Ice Cream Trail
Just in time for National Ice Cream Month, we’ve got some super sweet news: The Hendersonville Ice Cream Trail in North Carolina is real, and it’s spectacular.
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NC women share why they’re excited to support Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign
Cardinal & Pine spoke with North Carolina voters to get a better understanding of how and why women are excited about this seismic political moment since Biden endorsed Kamala Harris to be the Democratic nominee for president.
