Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.
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Fayetteville
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2026
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Opinion: The big problem with the plans for a Fayetteville data center
Why a proposed data center in Fayetteville poses a risk to the environment, to neighbors, and to locals' pocketbooks.
Jan
2026
6
The bountiful benefit of winter gardening in North Carolina
Winter gardening in North Carolina can produce bountiful results with a few considerations.
Dec
2025
24
Check out the best New Year’s fireworks shows in NC, broken down by region
Check out these great fireworks shows, ranging from free to bougie, in each of North Carolina’s three geographical regions to end 2025 with a bang.
Nov
2025
12
10 ways to embrace ‘hygge’ in NC this winter
Hygge is all about stopping to smell the roses, as the old saying goes. Read up on these 10 ways to make your winter life a touch softer and cozier.
Nov
2025
7
Fayetteville loves these two dive bars, and they’re both owned by the same woman
Locals in Fayetteville rave about the dive bars Cheers Too and Louie's Sports Pub, but many folks might not know that they're owned by the same woman.
Nov
2025
6
18 Guinness World Records held by North Carolina
From giant cookies to a llama that’s almost 30 years old, discover the unique things that put North Carolina in the Guinness World Records.
Nov
2025
6
NC residents and coastline both test positive for toxic forever chemicals
Forever chemicals, known as PFAS, have been found in North Carolina residents, as well as the state’s sea foam. Here’s everything you need to know.
Oct
2025
23
Opinion: AG Jeff Jackson visits Fayetteville to remind FEMA a promise is a promise
In Fayetteville, NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson calls on FEMA to honor their promise to build a badly needed bridge. Jackson's office has filed a lawsuit against the federal agency over FEMA's cancellation of $200 million in funds.
Sep
2025
16
When did Fayetteville become so cool? Your guide to the up-and-coming city
Fayetteville elevates its destination status with a charming downtown, locally owned restaurants, and shops.
Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
| January 15, 2026
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Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.
Opinion: The big problem with the plans for a Fayetteville data center
| January 7, 2026
Why a proposed data center in Fayetteville poses a risk to the environment, to neighbors, and to locals' pocketbooks.
The bountiful benefit of winter gardening in North Carolina
| January 6, 2026
Community | CULTURE | environment | Fayetteville | food | Greensboro | HARDGATE | HEALTH | LIFESTYLE | nc community | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | OUTDOORS | THINGS TO DO | WATER | WEATHER
Winter gardening in North Carolina can produce bountiful results with a few considerations.
Check out the best New Year’s fireworks shows in NC, broken down by region
| December 24, 2025
Affordability | CHARLOTTE | CULTURE | EAT LOCAL | ENTERTAINMENT | EVENTS | FAMILY | Fayetteville | food | HARDGATE | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | maggie valley | Music | North Carolina | RALEIGH | RECREATION | THINGS TO DO | WEATHER | WNC
Check out these great fireworks shows, ranging from free to bougie, in each of North Carolina’s three geographical regions to end 2025 with a bang.
10 ways to embrace ‘hygge’ in NC this winter
| November 12, 2025
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Hygge is all about stopping to smell the roses, as the old saying goes. Read up on these 10 ways to make your winter life a touch softer and cozier.