Meredith Thompson of Charlotte Pride, one of the southeast’s largest LGBTQ Pride orgs, on why we can’t take Pride Month for granted.
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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.
The 7 biggest waterparks in North Carolina, ranked
Are you ready for a carefree day under the summer sun? Check out these big waterparks in North Carolina, which we’ve ranked from worst to best.
Phenomenal Fourth of July fireworks shows in North Carolina
Check out these magnificent Fourth of July fireworks shows in North Carolina over mountains, cityscapes, or the sea.
Good News Friday: How hungry goats gave North Carolina’s Dix Park a makeover
It’s time for Good News Friday, our weekly round-up of good news in North Carolina. This week, grazing goats, LEGOs, and NC players in the NBA Draft.
Video: Why Pride Month is so important right now in North Carolina
The head of the largest LGBTQ Pride organization in North Carolina on supporting Pride Month in a tense political moment.
Learn about NC Civil War history at these 8 spots
If you want to learn more about NC Civil War history, check out these sites across the state.
2025 Pride Guide to North Carolina’s biggest festivals & events
North Carolina celebrates 2025 Pride in June, August, and September this year. Here’s what you need to know about some of the biggest festivals and events.
The ‘Top Chef’ restaurant in North Carolina
An impressive Top Chef restaurant is located right here in North Carolina. Here’s everything you need to know about Catch.
10 celebrities who own, or have owned, houses in North Carolina
North Carolina has been home to many celebrities over the years. Here are 10 celebs who own, or have owned, homes in the state.
Trump ends program that helped North Carolina communities avoid catastrophic flooding
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was about to receive $4 million to improve its stormwater drainage system from a FEMA program that helps communities protect against natural disasters and climate change. Then the Trump administration eliminated the program, upending a resiliency plan years in the making.
Out of the 45 state parks and recreation areas in North Carolina, here are the top 10
From mountain hikes to river paddling and horseback riding, state parks in North Carolina offer a range of opportunities for adventure.
Where you should live in North Carolina, based on your zodiac sign
Your zodiac sign can teach you so many different things about yourself, including where you should live in North Carolina. Here are the best locations to try.
A NC teen raised $18,000 to buy new shoes for every kid in this public school
Hundreds of students at Sumner Elementary School in Greensboro tore into boxes of new sneakers, thanks to a high school senior who plans to become a public school teacher.
Video: North Carolina teacher says students want educators to fight for them
President Trump wants to dismantle the federal Department of Education. At a “Hands Off” protest recently in Charlotte, North Carolina teacher Rae LeGrone joined thousands of demonstrators to explain what impact that would have on North Carolina students.
6 places to munch on mochi donuts in North Carolina
Mochi donuts are, as they say, trending in a big way. Here are a handful of locations across North Carolina to get them.
Video: Share this with anyone who supports Trump’s Medicaid cuts
If you watch one thing today, make it this.
13 places in North Carolina for afternoon tea or high tea
Celebrate any occasion at afternoon tea with elegant three-tiered trays filled with dainty cucumber sandwiches, colorful macarons, and scrumptious scones.
21 festivals in North Carolina happening this spring
Pig out on BBQ, shop for local art, and sway to the sound of live music at these spring festivals in North Carolina.
10 restaurants in North Carolina with stunning views
At these 10 restaurants in North Carolina, you can pair your next meal with views of a big-city skyline or breathtaking nature.
Forest bathing & more: 6 places in North Carolina that help you reach a state of zen
These forest trails, lodges, and wellness retreats across North Carolina invite visitors to reach a state of zen.
5 best public gardens in North Carolina
Check out these five immaculate public gardens in North Carolina. From Charlotte to Belmont, there are plenty of gardens to explore.
Beyond birth: The missing postpartum care putting North Carolina mothers at risk
While North Carolina has expanded Medicaid for postpartum care, gaps in maternal support persist. Entrepreneurs and lawmakers are stepping in to provide critical resources for new mothers who lack essential postpartum support.
Interested in dropping alcohol? Here are 7 THC-infused drinks made in North Carolina.
These hemp-derived drinks give a light buzz, but without alcohol or hangovers. Here’s a guide to the North Carolina THC-infused drinks you should try.
Opinion: Will the kind of research that saved my life still be funded in the future?
The research infrastructure that saved my life, and that of countless others, was upended in early February when the Trump administration slashed the amount that research institutions receiving grants from the NIH can claim as overhead, or indirect cost. Now those indirect costs will be capped at 15 percent of the grant total.
7 NC shelters where you can take a dog on a day trip
Discover seven North Carolina animal shelters offering “doggy day out” programs where you can take shelter dogs on field trips and help them find homes.
RFK Jr. could restrict NC women’s access to abortion and miscarriage care
The newly confirmed Secretary of Health and Human Services has expressed support for a review of federal approval of mifepristone, which could ultimately revoke access to the drug used in abortion and miscarriage care.
The 6 most ethical aquariums & zoos in North Carolina
Our look at the six most ethical zoos in North Carolina includes aquariums, museums, and “the best zoo in the country.”
11 North Carolina power couples talk about love
It’s Valentine’s Day, and many of us are thinking about love and relationships. These North Carolina couples offer insight into keeping the spark alive.
Last chance to hit the slopes: Where to go skiing in North Carolina
This guide to six ski resorts will help you choose where to go skiing in North Carolina before the season ends.