Bowl of Appalachian burgoo

Appalachian Burgoo

In Appalachia, burgoo is often made with venison, squirrel, rabbit, and/or pheasant. For this recipe, we’ve adapted the ingredients to be more widely accessible.

An Our State Playlist: Mighty MerleFest 2024

Our curated Spotify playlist features a selection of the talented artists that are performing at this year’s famous festival.

7 Fall Activities in Gaston County

These foothills towns are outdoor wonderlands any time of year. Come fall, however, fiery foliage and promising temperatures make them a place to spend all day or all weekend playing, exploring, and discovering the area’s local heritage.

Richard Petty: A Hometown Hero

“The King” — a NASCAR legend and Randolph County native — reflects on 75 years of North Carolina racing history at the Petty Museum.
illustration of fairgoers

State of a Fair

What began as a gathering of growers looking for ways to improve North Carolina farming has evolved into a showcase of the best in food and fun that our state has to offer.

Andrews Geyser, and the rail road through Old Fort.

Appalachian Spring

The story behind Andrews Geyser is deep, complex, and as irrepressible as the man-made fountain itself. It goes back to the 1870s, when the railroad finally climbed the Blue Ridge Escarpment near Old Fort. The tragic cost of that achievement is still being uncovered today.