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july 2016

Features

Ice Cream Social

Old-fashioned churns are about working together: Each turn of the crank brings us all one step closer to sweet, frozen bliss.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Guides

The Dog Days of Summer: 10 Hot Dog Joints Across the State

Mustard, onions, chili — and memories: North Carolina hot dog joints are reminiscent of simpler times.

by Our State Staff
Sports

The Best Seat in the Stadium

When you’ve grown up listening to the Atlanta Braves on the radio, the opportunity to watch a baseball game — any baseball game — from the broadcast booth is like a dream come true.

by Drew Perry
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Uncategorized

Bog Turtles Have Reason to Smile in Wilkes County

They may be tiny, but these wee bog turtles are tough.

by T. Edward Nickens
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Arts

That Old-Time Sound: July 2016 Book Picks

Our mountains and Foothills have inspired generations of Carolina-born and -bred folk musicians — who have, themselves, inspired generations of writers. Four books tell the stories behind the musical storytellers.

by Katie Fennell
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Arts

Studio Tour with Wood Sculptor Bob Trotman

Far from the corridors and offices of the figures he portrays, a sculptor comments on the dangers of the dollar.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Central

Queen for a Day on Lake Norman

Finding rest, relaxation, and a new view of Lake Norman aboard the Catawba Queen riverboat. It's about the ride, not the race.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Home & Garden

Handmade Heritage Flags are Unique and Well-Aged

In Southern Pines, one man made a gift so unique that others begged for their own. Each patriotic rendering is one of a kind.

by Jeremy Markovich
Food

Hot Dog Days of Summer: Charlie Graingers

At this Wilmington hot dog joint, the food is so good, you’ll ask yourself: What’s in these dogs?

by Wendy Brenner
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