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If you haven’t had much faith in humanity recently, the good news is that there have been plenty of ordinary North Carolinians who have performed extraordinary acts of kindness this year.

6 ‘good Samaritan’ acts in NC done by regular people

by Karishma Desai

| December 22, 2025

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Read six heartwarming stories of "good Samaritans" doing kind deeds in NC. 
These are the best fireworks shows that North Carolina has to offer and breaking them down by region.

Check out the best New Year’s fireworks shows in NC, broken down by region

by Dorothy Scott

| December 22, 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.
Haywood County, an hour west of Asheville, welcomes scores of visitors to the festival each year.

Haywood County’s 2026 Ice Fest Weekend celebrates community & recovery

by Vanessa Infanzon

| December 11, 2025

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Discover what’s in store for the 2026 Visit Haywood Ice Fest Weekend, from local gems to an ice-themed schedule of events.
The traveler's guide to Durham, NC

Durham, NC: The traveler’s guide to Bull City

by Vanessa Infanzon

| December 4, 2025

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Durham’s art, dining, outdoor, and sports scenes make it an all-weather city; it’s worthy of a visit any time of year.
Budget-conscious North Carolinians know there’s no need to leave the Tar Heel State to embark on a holiday excursion full of natural wonders and unique cultural offerings.

5 affordable holiday trips in North Carolina

by Tyler Francischine

| November 26, 2025

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From skiing excursions to action-packed days at the shore, affordable holiday getaways are possible across North Carolina.