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Into the Wild

Decades Series

The 1940s: Learning, the Black Mountain Way

An experiment with innovative teachers and a nontraditional curriculum yields a controversial educational experience.

by Philip Gerard
Columns

Ramblin’ Man: The Stream Less Traveled

Paddling down Swift Creek affords peerless views of flora and fauna — and multiple opportunities to carry your canoe over fallen trees.

by T. Edward Nickens
Travel

NC Primer: On the Rocks

At two mountain landmarks, experience the wonders of wind and water.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Eastern

The Country Squire in Kenansville

The Country Squire has a long history of fine dining in Duplin County. Locals and beach travelers love the place. And, for reasons unexplained, so do ghosts.

by Tim Bass
Western

Toad & Wee: Off the Map

Along the Blue Ridge Parkway, the best-laid plans of boys and their parents take a back seat to spontaneous discoveries and mountain magic.

by Drew Perry
Central

Lowe Vintage Instrument Company in Burlington

At Lowe Vintage Instrument Company, a father-and-son duo treasure the gift of music.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Central

ARTivity on the Green in Winston-Salem

All lines lead to inspiration at a small downtown park surrounded by industry.

by Katie King
Eastern

Galloway Farm in Hallsboro

Each fall, a farm field in Columbus County turns into one of the state’s largest corn mazes. Getting lost has never been so fun.

by Caroline Kelly
History

Our State Quiz: Resting Place

In historic cemeteries across the state, North Carolinians from all walks of life lie bound by the earth to their Carolina home.

by Alan Hodge
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