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Features

The Solace of Bookshelves

From Louis Round Wilson to Wilson County, in a library you're always, and never, alone.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Home & Garden

A Hymn to Sticky Limbs

On being a sap for the pine tree.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Central

Inside The Revamped R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Factory

The factory that originally housed the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. has gotten new life as the Wake Forest Innovation Quarter.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Arts & Culture

American Tobacco Factory Revitalized

After falling into a state of disrepair, the American Tobacco factory in Durham has been revitalized as the American Tobacco Campus, a center of culture.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Arts

Imperial Tobacco Company Repurposed

A space that once housed Imperial Tobacco Company has transformed into a cultural center while still keeping many of its beautiful, original features.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Food

Hellmann’s vs. Duke’s: Committing Mayo Mutiny

Spreads go head-to-head. Or bread-to-bread.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Arts & Culture

Scott Murkin is Asheboro’s Quilting King

Today’s quilts — and their creators — look a little different from what you might expect.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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Arts

Passion Means Patience to Bakersville Glassblower

Richard Ritter, a glassblower in Bakersville, is a true talent and one of only 19 individuals to hold the honor as a North Carolina Living Treasure.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
North Carolina Lighthouses

A Ray of Light at Currituck Lighthouse

For nearly 15 years, Meghan Agresto has lived 40 steps from the 145-year-old Currituck Beach Lighthouse, making certain its light never fails.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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