Salisbury

Dinner Under the Lights in Salisbury

At tables cast in light from stained-glass windows, diners explore Italian, French, and Mexican flavors in a 19th-century church turned restaurant.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Living in North Carolina

Faith & Fellowship at Rufty’s Chrismon Shop

A shop in Salisbury has everything you need to make the ornaments that grace Christmas trees across the South with representations of Christianity.

by Kris Mueller

Historic house in downtown Salisbury, NC, and a train at the Salisbury train station.

Travel

NC By Train: Historic Salisbury

Take the train to the Historic Salisbury train station, and spend a day exploring boutiques, beloved delis, and museums in this North Carolina town.

by Robin Sutton Anders

Editors’ Picks

Photo Essay

Heard in NC

Mark our words: Whether they nod to North Carolina or were penned by its residents, these notable, quotable passages remind us of the power of speech inspired by our state.

by Chloe Klingstedt

NC Highway 45 across the Roanoke River in Plymouth, NC

Ramblin' Man Columns

Where Rivers Meet

When one stream flows into another, the two chart a new course for the future — together.

by T. Edward Nickens

Fireside stew and cornflake marshmallow blondies

Supper Club

Cozy Recipes for a Fireside Meal

When the weather outside is frightful, one chef serves loved ones dishes so delightful.

by Lynn Wells

Duke Blue Devils playing against the Oregon State Beavers at the 1942 Rose Bowl

Hidden History

A historic Rose Bowl pitted Duke University against Oregon State in Durham. Then, in the dark days of World War II, those same football players — and a legendary coach — joined forces to fight for freedom.

by Brad Campbell