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3 things happening in NC: A big vote on the Republican plan to nix early voting sites

June 8, 2026

Unpacking the Republican plans to nix early voting sites and campus polling places. Plus: A jazz takeover in the NC highlands.

Hop aboard 8 holiday train rides in North Carolina

December 6, 2024

These eight holiday train rides throughout North Carolina will put you on track for the Christmas spirit.

The 6 most scenic camping spots in North Carolina

August 4, 2026

From glamping to boondocking, we choose six of the most scenic camping spots in North Carolina. Here’s info on fees, amenities, and nearby attractions.

These 10 small NC towns become real-life winter wonderlands

November 20, 2024

Discover North Carolina’s most charming winter destinations, from mountain ski towns to coastal celebrations.

Blue Ridge Parkway: Which Helene-damaged areas might reopen in late summer, early fall?

June 12, 2025

Heading into the summer season, large sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s winding path through the mountains of Western North Carolina remain closed for Tropical Storm Helene-related repairs.

Where to go sledding, tubing, & skiing in North Carolina

December 5, 2024

From snowboarding and skiing to tubing and snowshoeing, there’s plenty to do in North Carolina this winter.

12 last-minute day trips in North Carolina to make before school starts

July 20, 2026

From natural wonders and animal encounters to historic relics and games galore, these 12 last-minute day trips in North Carolina are fun for the whole family.

Saving Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

January 26, 2024

In today’s “Good News Friday,” we talk about a makeover for one of NC’s most iconic landmarks. Plus: Ways to have fun in Charlotte on the cheap. Share with a friend The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has looked mortality in the face more than once. In the 1930s, North Carolinians built sand dunes to protect it…

North Carolina’s ultimate guide to free summer concerts

June 16, 2026

North Carolina has free outdoor concerts scattered throughout the state, with our state’s diverse natural settings serving as backdrops.

Phenomenal Fourth of July fireworks shows in North Carolina

June 29, 2025

Check out these magnificent Fourth of July fireworks shows in North Carolina over mountains, cityscapes, or the sea.