In Wilkesboro, an annual gingerbread house festival raises funds — and hope — for the Wilkes Literacy Foundation.
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The Right Tool
A writer’s dear friends gave him a maul for splitting wood. When it broke, its sentimental value sent him on a quest to repair it. In Wilkes County, he found just the couple for the job.
Back in the Saddle at Leatherwood Mountains Resort
At a vacation getaway in Wilkes County, a rider finds peace and serenity in the company of horses.
Moonshine Through the Ages
Under the glow of the Carolina moon, distillers crafted countless gallons of illicit liquor, turning country roads into hidden ’shine speedways.
Made in NC: Bravo, Wilkes County!
The winemaking traditions of a family-owned vineyard in northwestern North Carolina stretch back to New York City in the early 20th century and, before that, to the fertile hills of Italy.
A Christmas Wish Granted for Junior Johnson
How a legendary NASCAR driver landed a presidential pardon.
Bog Turtles Have Reason to Smile in Wilkes County
They may be tiny, but these wee bog turtles are tough.
A Foothills Twist on Pie: The Sonker
Born of mysterious origins — each family’s recipe different from the next — this sweet, deep-dish confection is a celebrated part of North Carolina’s culinary landscape.
Hometown Opry
Once a month, a pawnshop transforms into a radio studio, and residents of North Wilkesboro rise early to see what happens next.
