In Corolla, one lighthouse keeper follows in the footsteps of generations of lightkeepers, taking care of the grounds and welcoming curious visitors into the Currituck Beach Lighthouse.
LIVING IN NORTH CAROLINA
Buxton Village Books
In a storybook cottage on Hatteras Island, a passionate bookseller shares her love of the Outer Banks with readers.
Hush Puppies
Rooted in coastal fish frys, according to North Carolina lore, the humble hush puppy has swept the state from east to west, and these golden-brown rounds can be found across all levels of dining establishments.
Dancing on the Sand
A music trend that originated on the North Carolina coast evolved into a popular genre and dance that’s celebrated in New Hanover County each summer.
Beauty in the Strings
With loving support from her grandmother, a Catawba County woman learned to play the instrument of the angels. Now, as a founding member of the North Carolina Harp Ensemble, she helps others create the sounds of their dreams.
The Rose Buddies’ Legacy
In the 1980s, two friends in Elizabeth City extended a hand and a fresh flower to visitors who arrived by boat. Today’s Rose Buddies continue the tradition of offering a gracious welcome in the Harbor of Hospitality.
A Swan Song
Reflecting on the most graceful creature he knows, an outdoorsman is buoyed by the memory of tundra swans descending on our Coastal Plain — until the great white birds wing through our skies once again.
Hidden Beauty in the Coastal Plain
In a state blessed with majestic mountains and a sun-kissed coast, a writer discovers that the charm of the Coastal Plain is there for those who know where to look.
Ripe Revival Presents a Farm-Fresh Idea
Inspired by his early years on his friends’ family farm, a Rocky Mount native started an organization that supports farmers — including those same childhood friends — while making fresh food more accessible in eastern North Carolina.
