Hikers visit Dry Falls in Franklin County.

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A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala

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Food

Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

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Travel

A Local’s Guide: Blowing Rock and Boone

Head to the High Country to find the beauty of the Blue Ridge on the parkway, at the top of Grandfather Mountain, and in charming local shops.

by Our State Staff

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Editors’ Picks

Birds flying over the Pine Island Audubon Center.

Living in North Carolina

Corolla’s Historic Natural Sanctuary

For decades, a remote piece of Currituck County has been a respite for wildlife. Now under the protection of conservationists, this land, the waters surrounding it, and the skies above will remain a constant in our coastal circle of life.

by Hannah Rosenberger

Photo Essay

5 Picture-Perfect Coastal Boardwalks

On North Carolina’s coast, boardwalks wind alongside our sounds, rivers, and beaches, reminding us that the journey is often just as delightful as the destination.

by Chloe Klingstedt