Explore the historic landmarks of a “dying” NC town
As this small Bertie County town sees its population fall, a rich history is being left behind. Here's a closer look at the historic landmarks that tell a rich story in this eastern NC county.
As this small Bertie County town sees its population fall, a rich history is being left behind. Here's a closer look at the historic landmarks that tell a rich story in this eastern NC county.
Buc-ee's, a popular chain of mega-sized convenience stores, is set to build its first location in Mebane, NC. But it's sparked a conversation about how NC protects, or doesn't protect, Indigenous lands.
Green Hill Cemetery is a not-so-hidden gem tucked into Greensboro’s park system. It's also home to 700 different types of trees.
Most North Carolinians know the story of Sir Walter Raleigh — or if they don’t, they can most likely identify the namesake of the state capital. As for Dr. Bartlett Durham, the man for whom they named Raleigh’s younger sibling city, that story isn’t quite as familiar.
The Grammy-winning, Greensboro-born musician was re-introduced to a wider audience in Beyonce’s new country song. But her two decades of recorded output show her to have played a big part in expanding our view of roots and traditional music.
Gas stations aren’t just gas stations in many rural, Southern communities. They’re also restaurants and community gathering places. A new book takes you on a tour of the best ones out there.
It’s called “Texas Hold ‘Em” but NC leaves a lasting impression on Beyonce's new country song. This, and other uplifting NC news, in today's "Good News Friday."
You might not know him, but your kid's teacher does. Here's how a public education champion survived a decade of Republican budget cuts and a major health scare.
Six years ago this week, a gunman killed 17 students and staff in a Florida high school. A NC teen writes on what it's like growing up in the shadow of that.
Charlotte is home to talented Black artists of all mediums, from rappers and spoken-word performers to comedians and live theatre performers.
Small towns are having a hard time getting healthcare. A new program offers loan repayments for rural NC doctors.
by Good Info News Wire
| May 30, 2025