Communities across the state celebrate the holiday season with sparkling lights, vibrant displays, and festive events that bring joy to the world.
Baba Yaga’s Heirloom Elixir
A mother and daughter turned their piece of Stokes County into an orchard of heritage apples, using some of their crop to make a versatile syrup.
Because of Camp Butner
Amid the urgency of World War II, an Army training camp sprang up from fields north of Raleigh. Five years later, the camp was no longer needed, but the existing infrastructure attracted new residents. Today, evidence of that brief but impressive history remains part of Butner’s very foundation.
The Sweet Potato State
North Carolina produces more sweet potatoes than any other state in the country, giving us cause to celebrate at our farms, around our tables, and in our communities.
6 Thrilling Ways to Leaf Peep in the Mountains
Each fall, folks flock to western North Carolina to see the changing leaves along mountain roads and at parkway vistas. But for those looking for a bit of novelty, there are more creative ways to take in the colors.
Shared Blessings in Franklinton
Like many congregations across the state, members of Franklinton United Methodist Church support each other through life’s hardships. And for this small group of big-hearted people, that benevolence reaches deep into the surrounding communities.
Behind the Curtain
Before the lights dim and the performers step onstage, teams of students at UNC School of the Arts spend months working behind the scenes, designing and crafting the sets, props, and costumes for each production. On opening night, they see their dreams become reality.
The Ballet Master of Hickory
A longtime ballet instructor inspired generations of dancers with his big heart, old-fashioned techniques, and eccentric style. Today, his former students are taking the lead at his namesake school.
Meet the Potter Crafting Crystal-Like Ceramics
With a background in chemistry and a penchant for experimentation, a potter in Chatham County mastered the challenging art of creating pieces that appear more like glass than clay.
