When Bill Tucker decided to blaze his own path, it led him to Kill Devil Hills and a 1939 diner that welcomes a steady flow of locals and tourists who return often for singular surroundings and fresh, creative dishes.
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Beyond the Breakers
Today, Cape Hatteras is a globally recognized surfing destination. But 40 years ago, only a handful of locals had the heart to catch the cape’s intimidating waves.
Sunset Beach Bridge: The Little Bridge that Could
A new 65-foot tall concrete bridge across the Intracoastal Waterway will be more convenient for anyone heading to or from Sunset Beach, but many miss the floating bridge that swung for the last time in 2010.
Battle for the Light
Often threatened by shifting sands and developers, Cape Lookout Lighthouse faced a different kind of destruction during the Civil War, and the debate over that piece of history rages on.
Paddling the Black
Regardless of the span of the journey, a trip on the eastern river is always an excursion into majesty.
Plying the Pamlico
For nearly three decades, the Pamlico River took our writer’s family to wild places and etched itself into their memories.
Concerts at the Courthouse
Judge Ola Lewis brings music to justice’s doorstep, giving Brunswick County residents a place to gather, whether they’re on trial or not.
Walk Beside Me
In his hometown of Kinston, Jimbo Perry is not just another defense attorney. He’s the guardian angel who guides the city’s youth.
