Reinventing the Wheel

A young woman and her mom started a school bus renovation business in Alamance County that pays homage to her late brother’s carefree spirit. Together, they transform old buses into tiny homes on wheels, encouraging people to live simply and cherish every moment.

Quiz: How It’s Made

Yachts in New Bern, drums in Monroe, and hot-air balloons in Statesville: North Carolina manufacturers create products that make our lives easier — and a lot more fun.