An architect in the Triangle designed peaceful places and gathering spaces. His stone spiral reminds us to connect with the natural world — and each other.
100 Years of The Carolina Inn
As a Chapel Hill icon celebrates its centennial year, a writer reflects on the stately hotel’s long history as “the university’s living room.”
The Mystery of Gimghoul Castle
For more than a century, Gimghoul Castle — the stone home of a legendary secret society — has intrigued UNC Chapel Hill students and local residents alike.
Hope Blooms
Tended by a mother and son, a local flower farm and delivery service has sown seeds of joy and positivity in the Triangle area.
The Legacy of the Davie Poplar
North Carolina’s dedication to public education is symbolized by a centuries-old tree in Chapel Hill — and the students who planted its offspring across the state 30 years ago.
An Our State Playlist: Music Out of Chapel Hill
Gone to Carolina in your mind? Listen to 20 songs that represent this college town’s long-thriving music scene.
Your Guide to Chapel Hill
In this college town, basketball and academia aren’t the only reasons to visit. Take a stroll down Franklin Street and you’ll discover the “southern part of heaven.”
The Sound of Summer in Orange County
In Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, live music is a summer staple. We’ll tell you where to spend an evening — and grab a bite — accompanied by the sweet sound of summer.
A Local’s Guide to Chapel Hill
Former Tar Heel basketball player Marcus Ginyard shares his top recommendations for exploring this quintessential Southern college town and campus — including his favorite restaurants, outdoor spots, and more.