5 creepy things you never knew about North Carolina
These lesser-known facts and stories about North Carolina will make your hair stand on end.
Aug
2025
29
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Aug
2025
28
The real ballad of Frankie Silver, one of the first women executed in North Carolina
Frankie Silver was the first white woman executed in North Carolina. Here’s the real story of what happened to her back in the 1830s.
Aug
2025
21
Corolla’s wild horses weather Hurricane Erin using a centuries’ old trick
As Hurricane Erin moves by North Carolina, Corolla's wild horses weathered the storm thanks to a natural trick they’ve been using for centuries.
Aug
2025
12
Holy ship! Remains from 4 potential shipwrecks were found in NC
East Carolina University’s Program in Maritime Studies discovered the remains of 4 potential shipwrecks. Here’s what you need to know about ECU's discovery.
Aug
2025
11
Say ‘see ya!’ to summer with these 8 events in Raleigh & beyond
Summertime is wrapping up soon, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Check out these eight events in Raleigh to take your kids to before summer ends.
Jul
2025
29
The real founding fathers of NC: 4 Indigenous tribes that came first
Several indigenous tribes have always inhabited present-day NC. Let's take a look at four of them.
Jul
2025
17
7 most notorious true crime cases in North Carolina history
North Carolina has seen its fair share of notorious true crime cases. Here are some of the most well-known.
Jun
2025
2
2025 Pride Guide to North Carolina’s biggest festivals & events
North Carolina celebrates 2025 Pride in June, August, and September this year. Here’s what you need to know about some of the biggest festivals and events.
May
2025
12
The ‘Top Chef’ restaurant in North Carolina
An impressive Top Chef restaurant is located right here in North Carolina. Here’s everything you need to know about Catch.
May
2025
2
10 celebrities who own, or have owned, houses in North Carolina
North Carolina has been home to many celebrities over the years. Here are 10 celebs who own, or have owned, homes in the state.
