The 9 cheapest colleges in North Carolina (we did the math!)
Attending college in North Carolina doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out the cheapest colleges in the state.
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8 places in Asheville that feel like Emily Henry’s Sunshine Falls
Romance author Emily Henry is known for her ability to make a fictional place feel like the real thing. Sunshine Falls, North Carolina is one of those places.
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North Carolina expands Hurricane Helene recovery jobs program
North Carolina expands hurricane recovery employment program to 39 counties, offering temporary jobs and income to residents affected by Hurricane Helene.
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16 fascinating North Carolina festivals happening in 2025
Discover some eccentric things in this list of fascinating North Carolina festivals in 2025, including whirligigs, wooly worms, pirates, and racing in outhouses.
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8 Renaissance fairs in & around North Carolina in 2025
A guide to all the Renaissance fairs and festivals like them planned around North Carolina and the surrounding area in 2025.
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7 funny North Carolina town names, and 4 that might make you blush
These North Carolina names make for a memorable road trip and a great conversation starter.
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13 hidden gems in the 2025 North Carolina Travel Guide
The new North Carolina travel guide gives a first look at the best spots to visit in the Tar Heel state in 2025.
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Best places for mocktails in Asheville
Whether you’re sober or participating in Dry January, check out these eight spots for delicious mocktails in Asheville, North Carolina.
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The 5 strangest North Carolina news stories of 2024
These are the five North Carolina news stories that had everyone talking last year.
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10 stops on North Carolina’s literary trail
Travel across North Carolina by embarking on our literary trail, which features 10 stops that mark the state’s rich literary history.
Surry Sonker Trail: 6 stops serving this North Carolina regional treat
| July 11, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DINING IN NC | EAT LOCAL | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | NC BARBECUE | North Carolina | SMALL BUSINESS
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.
Calabash Seafood: Your summer guide to NC’s seafood capital
| July 8, 2025
Calabash seafood put this small fishing town on the North Carolina map in a big way. Learn more about this style of seafood and where to find it.
3 things happening in North Carolina: The Scottish Highland Games return
| July 7, 2025
Our weekly round-up of things happening in North Carolina, including this week’s historic flooding, a celebration of Scottish heritage in the Highland Games, and protest folk music.
Good News Friday: Check out this sensory friendly Fourth of July experience in North Carolina
| July 4, 2025
Looking for an alternative to all the noise and explosions on the Fourth of July? This week’s Good News Friday leads with a sensory friendly experience for kids and their families in North Carolina.
Rafting in North Carolina: What to know & where to go
| July 1, 2025
Asheville | Community | CULTURE | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | North Carolina | OUTDOORS | RECREATION | THINGS TO DO | WATER
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.