The coots, loons, and surf scoters in this Harkers Island studio don’t fly. But they land in collections and competitions from coast to coast, as rows of blue ribbons attest.
A Story Behind Every Christmas Tree Ornament
Handmade from Popsicle sticks and macaroni, or preserved from generations past: An ornament represents a story, a memory, a treasured entry on the timeline of our lives.
Cherokee Stories Tell of Water’s Wisdom
The river knows best: It nourishes and guides, warns and welcomes. In Cherokee culture, river rituals and lore protect the mind, body, and spirit.
An Ode to North Carolina’s Moving Waters
Our tribute to North Carolina’s 38,000 miles of wild and scenic rivers, from the Appalachian mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.
Deck Your Halls with New Garden Landscaping & Nursery in Greensboro
For the holiday hostess who hasn’t a minute to spare, New Garden sells fully trimmed trees, one of many services for time-crunched customers.
Studio Tour with Rob Levin of Burnsville
In the mountains of western North Carolina, an artist creates blown-glass vessels and mixed-media sculptures.
Local Churches Offer a Place for Prayer and Reflection
Across North Carolina, buildings of worship anchor our communities, standing steadfastly as safe havens and sacred spaces.
Studio Tour with Raleigh’s Thomas Sayre
An artist’s sculptures combine complex mathematics with thousands of years of topography.
Photo Essay: Fall in Flat Rock
Autumn comes a little later in our southern mountains, meaning that this artistic, historic, and beloved village holds its color — and its colorful charm — longer into the season.
