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North Carolina Seafood Tour Part 2: Crystal Coast

This stretch of our North Carolina Seafood Tour takes you from Swansboro to Cedar Island, and makes five mouthwatering stops along the 75 mile-route.

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Our State's Summer Reading List

Sign up today to receive summer reading suggestions from Our State, as recommended by several of North Carolina's independent bookstores!

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The Civil War: Atrocity at Shelton Laurel

Revenge on the enemy is one thing. Murder of the innocent is another. Two colonels in the Confederate Army show no mercy in Madison County, conducting acts that outrage even their side’s most devoted leaders. (Volume 2, Part 5)

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Stories of the Civil War: An Online Collection

You're invited to submit your family stories from the Civil War for this online collection, presented by Visit Kinston.

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The Best of Our State at Washington Duke

Join us August 3-5, 2012 as we celebrate the music, history, food, and humor of North Carolina at the Washington Duke Inn in Durham, NC.

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Food

Friday Night Seafood

Eating seafood on Friday night is a tradition in North Carolina. And the most important side dish is coleslaw.
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Arts & Culture

Spring Photo Contest Winner’s Gallery

We’re proud to present the winners of this year’s spring photo contest.
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Food

Our State’s Strawberry Recipe Collection

Strawberry season is here in North Carolina! Read, share, and download these reader-favorite recipes from Our State’s 2012 Strawberry Recipe Collection.
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Travel

TRAVEL NORTH CAROLINA App

Discover where to go and what to do in North Carolina by using the new free TRAVEL NORTH CAROLINA app, powered by Our State magazine.
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Civil War History Weekend

Join us June 1-3, 2012, as Our State’s Civil War Series writer Philip Gerard shares what life was like in North Carolina during the years of 1861 – 1865.
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North Carolina Summer Road Trip

Enter to win a North Carolina Summer Road Trip presented by Summit Hospitality. Craft your ideal summer vacation and hit the road!
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Arts & Culture

The Soundtrack: May 2012

Listen to the music that inspired some of this month’s contributing writers, photographers, and story subjects.
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Brunswick Catch Seafood Discovery

Enter to win a weekend visit to the Brunswick Islands, where you’ll enjoy delicious seafood and beautiful scenery. Presented by Brunswick Catch.
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Explore your Family Tree Trip Sweepstakes

Enjoy a weekend in New Bern at the Family History Fair, and explore your own family history.
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