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The Tufts Archives
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A Book-Lover’s Weekend in the Sandhills

Tour the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame, explore the archives, and follow in the footsteps of premier writers as you take a bibliophile’s journey to Pinehurst and Southern Pines.

by Robin Sutton Anders
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A Weekend in Sanford

Rich with small-town spirit, this Lee County town is home to treasured antiques, culinary delights, and cultural destinations in the heart of the Sandhills.

by Jimmy Ryals
Tops of pine trees not touching, known as crown shyness
North Carolina, Naturally

Room to Breathe

In Weymouth Woods, and in other mature forests beyond the Sandhills, we find trees that offer a lesson in coexistence.

by Eleanor Spicer Rice
Weymouth woods
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North Carolina, Naturally: Crown Shyness

While nature might seem competitive, mature pine forests offer a lesson in coexistence — a natural phenomenon known as crown shyness.

by Eleanor Spicer Rice
At Home Here

Where Her Work Still Speaks

From a reclaimed community center to a long-forgotten cemetery, the Cumberland County land Ammie Jenkins tended keeps telling her story.

by Jeri Rowe
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Moore Memories: A Visual Arts-Inspired Weekend in Moore County

Visit galleries, take a self-guided studio tour, and shop from local artists during a weekend in the Sandhills.

by Jimmy Ryals
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Holiday Spirit in the Sandhills

From twinkling downtowns and tree-lighting ceremonies to an enchanting train ride, Chef Warren Lewis shows off a few of his favorite spots to make the season merry and bright in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and beyond.

by Our State Staff
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A Weekend Shopping Guide to Moore County

Four small-business owners share their top recommendations for curated boutiques, locally made goods, and spots to refuel between each stop while in the Sandhills.

by Lara Ivanitch
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Resilience in the Ebersole Holly Garden

Once left to the weeds, a world-class holly collection in Pinehurst is thriving again, thanks to the determination of those who believe in a second season.

by Robin Sutton Anders
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