Things To Do
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Meet Xico Chico speakeasy in Asheville. It has a secret taco window
Xico Chico, opened in July, operates from a colorful door off the restaurant’s parking lot on the lower level of the main restaurant, Xico.
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Look for drip-down-your-elbow sandwiches at this new Wilmington shop
Sunny Day’s Bobby Zimmerman says his new sandwich shop could be seen as a response to the sandwich status quo. These aren’t sandwiches that should be plated, and may not even be easy to eat.
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5 North Carolina activities perfect for early fall (before peak season crowds)
Here are five iconic attractions to start the season off right with the perfect North Carolina activities—and without loads of people.
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3 things happening in NC: Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch’s NC State homecoming
Historic astronaut Christina Koch’s reunion with NC State and big happenings at the NC Transportation Museum. Here are 3 things happening in NC this week.
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Good News Friday: Despite Trump’s threats, National Endowment of the Arts funds bound for NC
Today, Good News Friday has news of an inspiring grant from the National Endowment of the Arts, and awards for NC legends.
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After bear attack in western NC, here are some bear safety tips
Bear attacks are extremely rare, but they can happen in NC. Here are some bear safety tips to avoid them.
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USA Today says these are the best Asheville restaurants, bars
Here are the Asheville establishments named in USA TODAY’s Bars of the Year and Restaurants of the Year lists since its induction in 2024, along with upcoming events and menu highlights to enhance your visit.
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The Perseid meteor has peaked, but there is still time to see it in NC
The Perseid meteor shower is considered one of the most spectacular yearly showers observable from the U.S.
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Popular “Walker World” retreat in Wilmington hosts weekend festival
This weekend — Saturday, Aug. 15, to be exact — the public can come and spend some time at Walker World as part of the Walker World Summerfest Art and Music Festival with Wellness Retreat.
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3 things happening in NC: Gen Z voters showed up in recent elections. This group wants to build on that in 2026
A Gen Z voter summit makes moves in NC. Plus, an update on NC’s controversial election bill and the Grammys of Gospel.
