In North Carolina, a forecast of snow sparkles with promise and possibilities: of a day to sled, to sleep in, and to see the landscapes of our state at their softest, quietest, and loveliest.
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Photo Essay: Exploring Asheville’s Montford Neighborhood
In a neighborhood just north of busy downtown Asheville, grand old houses with soft beds, gourmet breakfasts, and wide, friendly porches say, "Come on in. Won't you stay awhile?"
Photo Essay: Crafted in Carolina
In factories across the state, innovative minds and skilled hands, heritage and hard work, bring mere ideas into being.
Photo Essay: Lake Junaluska
This one-time summer retreat in Haywood County now welcomes visitors year-round. Yet it remains an enchanting place apart — especially on the Fourth of July.
Photo Essay: Exploring Beaufort on Two Wheels
A coastal town with an abundance of charm looks even sweeter aboard an old-school beach cruiser.
5 Strawberry Patches Ripe for the Pickin’
It’s simply impossible to resist a sweet, juicy berry picked fresh from the field. Nobody knows that better than the families behind the farms that help rank North Carolina third in the nation for growing strawberries.
Spring in North Carolina Brings an Abundance of Azaleas
Springtime finds North Carolina in full bloom. Mountains to coast, in suburban yards and along remote trails, the azalea — perhaps more than any other native plant — brings Southern charm wherever it grows.
Photo Essay: Reliving the Revolution through Reenactment in Guilford County
On a cold March day in 1781, a quiet backcountry farming community in Guilford County became the site of a pivotal battle in the American Revolution. Today, the bravery of the soldiers who fought for our country’s independence is honored with a powerful reenactment.
Photo Essay: Snapshots and Stories from 7 Our State Photographers
Randolph Community College trains plenty of talented people to become photographers. Here are the stories of seven regular Our State contributors, told with their own words and pictures.
