North Carolina breweries focused on more than just great beer
Drink with purpose: 10 NC breweries that blend craft beer with community and sustainability.
Jul
2025
15
CULTURE
Jul
2025
11
A North Carolina bookstore offers a ‘third place’—a growing trend across the US to bring people together
In Murfreesboro, North Carolina, a local bookstore wants to be a 'third place'—somwehere in town that's not your home or your workplace. The idea is to bring people together.
Jul
2025
11
Video: Why we can’t take LGBTQ pride for granted in North Carolina
Meredith Thompson of Charlotte Pride, one of the southeast's largest LGBTQ Pride orgs, on why we can't take Pride Month for granted.
Jul
2025
11
Surry Sonker Trail: 6 stops serving this North Carolina regional treat
Iconic deep-dish dessert sonker is similar to—but much juicier than—a cobbler and is often served with a scoop of ice cream. If you’ve never tasted sonker before, the best way to discover the sweet regional treat is by taking a journey along the Surry Sonker Trail.
Jul
2025
1
Rafting in North Carolina: What to know & where to go
For nature lovers and adrenaline junkies alike, rafting is this summer’s must-try. Here are the best spots and basics for rafting in North Carolina.
Jun
2025
30
North Carolina program provides free summer meals for students who depended on school lunch
North Carolina's SUN Program provides free summer meals for students, impacting 900,000+ kids, featuring nutrition, activities, and new $120 SUN Bucks food assistance cards.
Jun
2025
29
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.
Jun
2025
4
North Carolina officials celebrate opening of new Paddy Mountain Park
Paddy Mountain Park opens in West Jefferson! Discover North Carolina’s newest outdoor destination born from community collaboration and conservation efforts.
Jun
2025
2
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.
May
2025
28
2025 Raleigh summer bucket list: 9 places & events
Enjoy the 2025 Raleigh summer with this ultimate bucket list of places to see and things to do, from free concerts to award-winning ice cream.
