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Features

Middle Mountains: Pilot Mountain

From bird-watchers and hikers to Andy Griffith fans and proud locals, those who know this landscape understand why it rises above the rest.

by Jane Borden
Travel

Make It a Weekend: Mount Airy

With a vintage vibe, diverse dining, and easy access to the natural beauty of Pilot Mountain, there’s plenty to explore in Andy Griffith’s hometown.

by Sophie Shaw
Podcasts

A Bonus Episode of Away Message: Moving to Mayberry

What do outsiders see when they look at North Carolina? Host Jeremy Markovich turns to The Andy Griffith Show for answers, and talks to former actress Betty Lynn who worked on the series, then moved to the real-life town that the fictional Mayberry was based on.

by Jeremy Markovich
History

Six Degrees of Andy Griffith

Our state's Everyman brought the charms of small-town North Carolina to Hollywood and, eventually, the whole world.

by Bill Hayes
Features

How a Granite Quarry Made Mount Airy Famous Before Mayberry Did

In Surry County, the world’s largest open-faced granite quarry holds firm as the strongest piece of land in the state.

by Jimmy Tomlin

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