‘Ooh’ and ‘ah’ at fall foliage on North Carolina’s prettiest autumn drives
Drink in the fall foliage on these scenic drives throughout North Carolina.
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Lake Lure Flowering Bridge to bloom again with FEMA funding
Hurricane Helene wiped out the Lake Lure Flowering Bridge in September 2024. Now, it’s set to be rebuilt.
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As final season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ wraps up, here’s where you can go in NC to relive your favorite scenes
The series finale of Amazon Prime’s hit show, “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” airs today. Here’s everything you need to know about its NC filming locations.
Sep
2025
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10 North Carolina towns that look like real-life fairy tales
These North Carolina towns look like fairy tales with their charming allure and whimsical scenery. Check out these stunning options for your next road trip.
Sep
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Oktoberfest, North Carolina-style: 19 German heritage celebrations across the state
Grab your dirndl or lederhosen and get ready for some German-style food and fun at these Oktoberfest events in North Carolina.
Sep
2025
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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.
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7 classic roadside diners in North Carolina that are worth a detour
Hearty, mouth-watering food and an authentic atmosphere make these classic diners in North Carolina worth visiting—no matter how far you have to drive.
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Birth of NC red wolf litters shows ‘incredible’ species recovery success
This year has been a banner year for red wolf recovery in North Carolina, despite shifts at the federal level.
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The real ballad of Frankie Silver, one of the first women executed in North Carolina
Frankie Silver was the first white woman executed in North Carolina. Here’s the real story of what happened to her back in the 1830s.
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5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
Asheville is the most haunted city in North Carolina, & these 3 places prove it
| October 31, 2025
Asheville | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | NC HISTORY | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA MEDIA | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | WNC | women's health
Asheville has a uniquely haunted history. Here are three sites that prove it’s the spookiest city in NC.
10 best food halls in North Carolina for international eats
| October 21, 2025
Affordability | CHARLOTTE | Community | CULTURE | DURHAM | EAT LOCAL | FAMILY | HARDGATE | HEALTH | LIFESTYLE | North Carolina | RALEIGH | RECREATION | THINGS TO DO
North Carolina’s food halls are expanding folks’ taste-bud passports with divine food from across the globe. Check out these 10 for a robust flavor journey.
Proposed NC voting map would decrease Black representation
| October 21, 2025
DONALD DAVIS | elections | EQUALITY | gerrymandering | HARDGATE | Lead Story | LIFESTYLE | local politics | NC GENERAL ASSEMBLY | NC POLITICS | NEWSMAKERS | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA LEADERS | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | north carolina politics
North Carolinians are speaking up as state Republicans rush to change the congressional voting map and improve their chances in the midterms next year.
Raleigh residents help power city buses — literally
| October 21, 2025
clean energy | environment | GOOD NEWS IN NORTH CAROLINA | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | RALEIGH | TRANSPORTATION | TRAVEL
Around 70 GoRaleigh buses are set to be fueled by natural gas. Here’s everything you need to know.
Why one North Carolina island speaks a centuries-old English dialect
| October 16, 2025
Community | CULTURE | EDUCATION | FAMILY | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | North Carolina | OUTDOORS | outer banks | RECREATION | WATER
On NC’s Ocracoke Island, a unique form of English called Hoi Toider is still spoken. Discover the history of this ancient dialect and its uncertain future.