State History
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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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Corolla’s wild horses weather Hurricane Erin using a centuries’ old trick
As Hurricane Erin moves by North Carolina, Corolla’s wild horses weathered the storm thanks to a natural trick they’ve been using for centuries.
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11 bizarre traditions North Carolina colleges keep alive
From racing for cake to streaking and screaming to blow off steam during finals, discover the bizarre traditions of North Carolina colleges.
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11 extreme North Carolina weather events caught on tape
From deadly hurricanes to terrifying tornadoes, discover extreme weather events in North Carolina that were caught on tape (& watch the footage for yourself).
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The real founding fathers of NC: 4 Indigenous tribes that came first
Several indigenous tribes have always inhabited present-day NC. Let’s take a look at four of them.
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Learn about NC Civil War history at these 8 spots
If you want to learn more about NC Civil War history, check out these sites across the state.
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4 low-cost vacation spots in North Carolina
There’s no need to break the bank on a vacation spent enjoying North Carolina’s natural beauty, history, and culture.
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North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein announces $25K reward for unsolved 2013 murder
North Carolina has a renewed interest in solving the mysterious death of 52-year-old Nancy Grubert-Harvey in 2013.
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Ghost Ship of the Outer Banks: What really happened to the Carroll A. Deering?
When a ship’s crew disappears without a trace, countless explanations are bound to emerge. But what really happened to the crew of the Carroll A. Deering?
