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July 2018

Restaurants

Abrams BBQ & Seafood

At a handful of Abrams BBQ & Seafood restaurants across eastern North Carolina, the founding family invites you to load up your plate at the buffet and join them for a meal.

by Our State Staff
Central

Ole Mason Jar in Charlotte

At a men’s clothing store in the heart of uptown, classic designs never go out of fashion.

by Caroline Kelly
Western

Round Peak Vineyard in Mount Airy

At Round Peak Vineyard, raise a glass to the beauty of Surry County.

by Katie King
Food

Like Father, Like Son

On family land in Lenoir County, a fourth-generation farmer finds beauty and promise in our sweetest summer fruit.

by Jennifer Brookland
Quiz

Our State Quiz: Thrill Seekers

In the air, on land, or in the water, North Carolina’s outdoor adventures get your heart racing.

by Alan Hodge
Columns

July 2018 Welcome Letter: Summer Sounds Like This

They’re different for everyone, but there are certain sounds — deeply impressed in the soul — that tell us the seasons are changing and warmer weather is here.

by Elizabeth Hudson
History

Back in the Day: The Love Valley Thing

In 1970, hippies took over Love Valley for a rock ’n‘ roll weekend.

by Bailey Sherrill
Features

Toad & Wee: Slide & Splash

North Carolinians learn at an early age to brace themselves for the chilly thrill of zooming down Sliding Rock and plunging into the cold mountain water at the bottom.

by Drew Perry
Recipes

Blueberry Pound Cake

Load up this pound cake with blueberries and top it off with a lemony glaze. 

by Lynn Wells
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