7 things to know about the upcoming Liver Mush Festival in Shelby
Music, eating competitions, and more: Here's what to know about this weekend's Liver Mush Festival in Shelby.
Oct
2025
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THINGS TO DO
Oct
2025
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Where to find these 8 viral foods in North Carolina
Take a bite of these viral foods in North Carolina that are taking over our social media pages.
Oct
2025
10
The biggest celebrities who vacation in North Carolina
From actors and rock stars to presidents and British royalty, discover the biggest celebrities who have visited North Carolina on vacation.
Oct
2025
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8 reasons why fall is the best time to visit the Outer Banks
Visiting the Outer Banks in fall couldn’t be a wiser decision, and you can make the perfect itinerary for your trip if you check out these eight reasons why.
Sep
2025
30
11 best North Carolina farms for picking your own pumpkins
From jack-o’-lanterns for carving to Sugar Pie for baking, you can find the perfect pumpkin for your needs at these North Carolina u-pick farms.
Sep
2025
29
I visited western NC for the first time since Helene. Here are 10 things to do now that it’s reopening
Some parts of western NC are open and ready for business, a year after Helene devastated the area. Start planning your weekend trip with these recommendations.
Sep
2025
22
Our favorite fall recipes, as chosen by the Cardinal & Pine team in North Carolina
Sweet potato bread, chili, mushroom risotto and more: These are some of our favorite fall recipes for North Carolina, as selected by the team at Cardinal & Pine.
Sep
2025
19
‘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.
Sep
2025
17
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
17
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.
3 things happening in NC this week: Thanksgiving parades and Christmas comes early
| November 25, 2025
It's 3 things happening in NC this week. This week, North Carolina’s largest Thanksgiving parade gives way to Christmas celebrations on the coast and a rivalry football game.
North Carolina’s top choose-and-cut Christmas tree farms
| November 20, 2025
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Head to the best Christmas tree farms in North Carolina for a memorable holiday adventure.
North Carolina’s 9 most magical winter festivals
| November 19, 2025
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Nights are brighter and filled with cheer at these family-friendly winter festivals held across North Carolina.
NC Angel Tree program supports kids in need for Christmas
| November 14, 2025
Affordability | angel tree | angel tree program | Cary | Community | FAMILY | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | RALEIGH | The Salvation Army | THINGS TO DO | WAKE COUNTY
A program is helping families in North Carolina who are struggling to experience the joy of Christmas.
10 ways to embrace ‘hygge’ in NC this winter
| November 12, 2025
ANIMALS | Asheville | Cary | CHARLOTTE | CULTURE | DINING IN NC | EAT LOCAL | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | Fayetteville | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA MEDIA | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | RECREATION | THINGS TO DO
Hygge is all about stopping to smell the roses, as the old saying goes. Read up on these 10 ways to make your winter life a touch softer and cozier.