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Travel

The Sound of Summer in Orange County

In Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, live music is a summer staple. We’ll tell you where to spend an evening — and grab a bite — accompanied by the sweet sound of summer.

by Jodi Helmer
History

Occoneechee Speedway Is the Track That Time Forgot

Occoneechee Speedway was born at the same time as NASCAR, lived a short but spectacular life, and then faded away into the woods in Hillsborough. The forest that hid it for decades has given it new life as a hiking trail.

by Jeremy Markovich
Restaurants

An Inn for the Ages in Hillsborough

Having survived Civil War pillaging and nearly two decades of neglect, a historic hotel in Hillsborough refuses to surrender. The structure’s latest incarnation brings memories of the past together with modern twists on Southern cuisine.

by Bridget Booher
Features

Lighting the Sky for Solstice in Hillsborough

Hillsborough’s Lantern Walk will change direction this year, but the colorful lights will still shine for the community to enjoy during the longest night of the year.

by Bridget Booher
We Live Here

Young Farmers Have True Grit at Hoof Beat Farm

The young farmers behind this family operation in Hillsborough are hardworking, enthusiastic, and full of hope for a bright future.

by Jennifer Brookland
Central

Village Diner in Hillsborough

After more than 40 years, the hub that brought mill workers and civic leaders together over meat loaf and mashed potatoes is still the heart of Hillsborough.

by Alex Dixon
Farm Tour

Coon Rock Farm in Hillsborough

A restaurant, an online farmers market, two cookbooks: This couple is tending a crop of nourishing ventures. And it all starts on their farm in Orange County.

by Jennifer Brookland
Travel

Around Town: Hillsborough

This small town on the Eno River might fly under the radar in comparison to its bigger neighbors, Durham and Chapel Hill, but its history and charm set it apart.

by Jodi Helmer
Features

Just My Type

Writers in Hillsborough keep their friendships close — and their adored, clickety-clackety story machines even closer.

by Steven Petrow
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