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Living in North Carolina

6 Places to Find the Perfect Present

North Carolina is home to a trove of innovative craftsmen and charming shops, making it easy to find the perfect present for everyone.

by Tamiya Anderson
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Hidden Gems and Local Secrets: Welcome to the High Country

Just off the beaten path, you’ll find mountain scenery, shops, adventures, and restaurants worthy of being the main attraction.

by Alysia Yates
Living in North Carolina

For the Love of Books

Celebrate National Reading Month in North Carolina with a distinguished book club, a beloved author, a unique library, a book review, and more.

by Our State Staff
Ramblin' Man Columns

Armchair Odyssey

Accounts by European explorers who visited North Carolina centuries ago let us travel back to another era — but their words only tell part of the story.

by T. Edward Nickens
Guides

Black History Month in North Carolina

Seven sites, sounds, and Black-owned businesses to explore in February.

by Our State Staff
Guides

7 Resolutions for the New Year

Kick off January in North Carolina with these creative, thoughtful, and delicious resolutions.

by Our State Staff
Living in North Carolina

A Story to Share at Main Street Books

A former general store in the heart of Davidson has always been a community hub. Since it transitioned to a bookstore more than 30 years ago, the historic building has continued to provide a space for people to listen and learn.

by Adam Morgan
Book Review

5 September Book Picks We Love

Davidson’s Main Street Books owner Adah Fitzgerald gives some of her top picks for books written by North Carolina authors.

by Liz Johnson
Guides

A Guide to Downtown Duck

From coffee and doughnuts to seafood and sandwiches, this Outer Banks town is a haven for foodies, including one ambitious chef.

by Katie King
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