Food & Drink
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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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How love for the NC Blueberry Festival drives tourism and spending in Burgaw
Every year, the NC Blueberry Festival draws around 35,000 people to the little town of Burgaw, population 4,000.
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Good News Friday: North Carolina basketball legend Kemba Walker opens a new youth academy
Charlotte Hornets legend Kemba Walker hopes to make his academy a premiere hub for tournaments, training, and youth development.
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14 Juneteenth events in southeastern North Carolina
Here’s a look at 14 events marking Juneteenth in Southeastern North Carolina, from downtown Wilmington and Brunswick County to Pender County and historic Seabreeze near Carolina Beach.
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Your 2026 guide to berry picking in North Carolina all summer long
From the mountains to the coast, berries are bountiful in North Carolina.
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Rainbow rundown: 6 ways to celebrate Pride 2026 in North Carolina
There are numerous ways to support the LGBTQIA+ community in North Carolina. Here are six.
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This North Carolina chef earns James Beard award nod with farm-to-table model
Only two North Carolina finalists are in the running for a coveted James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award this year, both hailing from the Asheville area. The prestigious awards program recognizes excellence in the hospitality industry, from established fine dining restaurants in major U.S. cities to mom-and-pop casual eateries in small towns across the nation. In the James…
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North Carolina’s first Buc-ee’s is breaking ground. Here’s what to know
Originally founded in 1982 in Texas, Buc-ee’s convenience stores are known for clean restrooms, a wide range of food offerings and massive store sizes.
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3 things happening in NC: This town started a festival for moonshine legend ‘the Cherry Bounce King’
Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes host the first games of NHL Stanley Cup Final, and a GOP plan to stop workplace picketing.
