During a trip to the North Carolina Zoo, Our State’s editor in chief rediscovers childhood dreams of adventure in her own backyard.
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Working Waters
When Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Hudson climbs aboard a wooden shrimp trawler in Sneads Ferry, she gains a new appreciation for North Carolina’s fishing industry.
From Elizabeth Hudson: The Special Sauce
Nostalgic burger joints are like time machines, delivering something extra special that keeps us coming back.
From Elizabeth Hudson: A Time to Every Purpose
For our editor in chief, spring is a time of grand openings: of cookbooks and windows, garden sheds and grills.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Places of the Heart
For our editor in chief, a mother-daughter trip to Blowing Rock provides a touching reminder of the past.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Finding a Calling
Technology has certainly changed, but the gift of connection still provides a lifeline.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Winter Outlook
Our editor in chief reflects on the North Carolina views that leave her spellbound.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Christmas in Toyland
For our editor in chief, memories of simple stocking stuffers from her father long outlasted the fancy gifts from her Christmas list.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Going Back
On a day trip to the Deep River in Randolph County, our editor in chief reflects on deep roots and family ties.
