2024 Holiday Guide
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.
Fireworks and grill safety tips for Fourth of July
Stay safe this Fourth of July! These essential tips will help prevent dangerous fireworks and grilling accidents that could ruin your Independence Day celebration.
3 things happening in North Carolina: Fourth of July fireworks, Chimney Rock, and … Christmas?
Each Monday, Cardinal & Pine makes its picks for 3 things happening in North Carolina. This week, June 30 - July 6.
10 New Year’s (Eve) fireworks displays happening in North Carolina
Pickles, acorns, blueberries and more—find 10 of the quirkiest New Year’s Eve celebrations and 2025 fireworks displays right here in NC.
Durham teacher’s foodraiser tackles local food insecurity for 10th year
A North Carolina teacher is behind a "foodraiser" giving hope to Durham families facing food insecurity during school breaks.
The Cardinal & Pine Holiday Bucket List
Here are some of the events and activities we’re most looking forward to this holiday season.
The Cardinal & Pine Holiday Food Guide
Table Of Contents The Best Holiday Bakeries in North Carolina + Samantha’s Pupusas Yellow Dog Bread Company Groovy Duck Bakery Dom Bakeries The Best Farm-Fresh Turkeys in North Carolina + The Best Farm-Fresh Turkeys in Western North Carolina + Hickory Nut Gap Farm Woven Roots Farmstead Wild East Farm The Best Farm-Fresh Turkeys in Central […]
The Cardinal & Pine Holiday Shopping Guide
To take the stress out of last-minute holiday shopping, we put together a guide to our favorite NC gifts for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa.
Hop aboard 8 holiday train rides in North Carolina
These eight holiday train rides throughout North Carolina will put you on track for the Christmas spirit.