Two decades after a 19th-century cotton mill on the Tar River closed its doors, it has filled once more with the entrepreneurial spirit that has defined the area for centuries.
Two decades after a 19th-century cotton mill on the Tar River closed its doors, it has filled once more with the entrepreneurial spirit that has defined the area for centuries.
Many of these trails are part of larger greenway or rails-to-trails networks, making the opportunities for exploration nearly endless. All are bike- and kid-friendly, and most provide some level of parking and ADA access.
At a diner in the heart of a Randolph County town, locals gather for special celebrations and daily meetups over homemade meals.
Across North Carolina — in neighborhoods and on city streets, along beaches and through mountain forests — cyclists of every skill level find plenty of places to pedal.
Apple dumplings, slow-cooked pulled pork shoulder, and baked mac ’n’ cheese were among your favorite recipes in September. See what else made the list.
From family apple orchards to vast fields of corn and sorghum cane to wild persimmon trees scattered across our hillsides: In the North Carolina mountains, delicious gifts abound.
Serve this sweet, spiced cake warm with whipped cream.
A fall treat that’s sure to impress guests: apples baked with butter, lemon, and sugar.
Top this dense, moist cake with a light, fluffy icing.
Help yourself to a square (or three!) of this savory Cheddar-topped cornbread.
From Asheville to Charlotte to Wilmington, a North Carolina food tour company headed by a woman passionate about fine dining offers tasty nuggets of local history and cuisines.
In a vintage kitchen in Wake County, a family recipe made using heirloom equipment brings together generations for food and fellowship.
Celebrate the season at festivals honoring farming history and culture, African American roots, rich Scottish heritage, and holiday spirit.
Take a trip to this far-west corner of North Carolina and use our county-by-county guide to fill your itinerary with mile-high overlooks and cozy lodges, rushing rivers and waterfalls, favorite shops and restaurants, and thrilling mountain adventures.
Before you head out leaf peeping this fall, check in weekly to see what colors our experts are seeing at 25 of our favorite mountain spots.
Discover five family-owned distilleries where you can get a taste of our state’s rich history.
This former port town perched on the Pamlico River is full of waterfront history, charm, and adventure.
Each month, we’re celebrating North Carolina’s official Year of the Trail by exploring amazing places to hike, bike, walk, and play across the state.
Randolph County may be best known for the North Carolina Zoo, but there’s so much more to discover — from apple orchards to zip-lining — in this family-friendly Piedmont destination.
A couple shares their experiences with Smoky Mountain black bears so others will know how to react if they have a close encounter of the ursine kind.
Anglers come from all around to fish the cold, clear waters of the Great Smoky Mountains, where trout is the prize.
Take a deep dive into our state’s folk music with our curated Spotify playlist featuring 25 songs — from old standards to contemporary tunes.
In the forests around Asheville, bathing in the serenity and beauty of the pines and oaks and walnut trees makes it feel as though time stands still.
Fascinated by spooky stories, haunted histories, and macabre happenings from her hometown’s past, a former history major with a background in theater introduces groups to the ghosts of Southport.
On a spiritual journey through Durham, the Pilgrimage of Pain and Hope peels back the layers of the city, revealing chapters of its history that are not always visible from the surface.
A devoted son honors his mom — and all of North Carolina’s mill workers — through the Morganton-based Workers’ Legacy Project.
