Things To Do
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11 fun & affordable road trip stops in North Carolina
Take a break from being in the car and enjoy budget-friendly attractions at these 11 road trip stops in North Carolina.
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3 things happening in NC: Huge coastal wildfire threatens Brunswick County. Here’s what to know
The latest on a huge wildfire in Brunswick County. Plus: The NC Peach Festival and a big race at Wilkesboro Speedway.
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Good News Friday: NC employees get ‘historic’ boost in parental leave
NC is near the top in parental leave for state workers. Plus, a Republican operative gets the boot for trying to cut voting hours.
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North Carolina’s 10 best kayaking and canoeing spots for beginners
Beautiful waterways can be found throughout North Carolina. Learn more about some of the best kayaking and canoeing spots in North Carolina.
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Celebrate America’s 250th at North Carolina’s best Fourth of July events
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, all sorts of Fourth of July celebrations are taking place throughout the Tar Heel state.
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New list ranks 10 cutest towns in North Carolina. Here’s what’s on it
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.
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Plans for an Asheville Costco could be back from the dead
This year, CostCo pulled out of a plan to build western North Carolina’s first store. But talks are back on, Asheville’s mayor says.
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15 ways to celebrate Juneteenth in North Carolina
On Friday, North Carolina and America will celebrate Juneteenth. The federal holiday marks the day the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas.
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North Carolina’s ultimate guide to free summer concerts
North Carolina has free outdoor concerts scattered throughout the state, with our state’s diverse natural settings serving as backdrops.
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Is it legal to camp on the beach in North Carolina? Here’s what to know
It sounds great to pitch a tent, set up a bonfire, and camp on the beach. But you can’t just do it anywhere in North Carolina.
