Writers, musicians, and friends gather for a variety show — and a good cause.
scott huler
The Big Chip: Dorton Arena
Every year thousands of people at the North Carolina State Fair walk by Dorton Arena, not realizing the building is one of the state’s most ambitious — and historically significant — pieces of architecture.
On Warm Days, Screen Doors Define Southern Culture
Its mission may seem simple — keep out bugs and let in breeze — but on a sultry summer day, a screen door is sublime. Comprising little more than wire mesh, a wooden frame, and a handful of hardware, it creates a barrier and an invitation, and an unmistakable sound that defines summer.
Out Here, Away From Everything
Close to home in the Piedmont, Hanging Rock State Park is a simple, peaceful escape.
The Foundation of Everything
Perplexed by the useless mound of red clay piled in his backyard, a writer calls in a soil scientist and uncovers the truth about the complex layers lying beneath our feet.
Lake Waccamaw: The Natural Lake
From its origins to its people to its views, everything about Lake Waccamaw is too good to be true.
The Biggest Wheel
The world's largest Rotary Wheel, located in Wilmington, is 240 feet across.