North Carolina was one of the last colonies to have a printer's office, opening operations in New Bern in 1749. Two years later, on August 9, 1751, the first issue of the North Carolina Gazette was born.
this week in north carolina history
The Pardoning of Slow Poke the Possum
Slow Poke the opossum had quite the summer in 1970; he won a beauty contest, made headlines, and was pardoned from becoming Gov. Bob Scott's next meal.
The Story of Texas Pete
The hot sauce's name might be an homage to The Lone Star State, but Texas Pete has always been a Winston-Salem staple.
How Jennette’s Pier Became the People’s Pier
Jennette’s Pier has been built up and knocked down numerous times throughout the years, yet it still stands today as a social hub for all on the Outer Banks.
The Heyday of May Day
Before prom queens came May Queens, and at North Carolina women’s colleges, May Day celebrations captivated audiences statewide.
Etta Baker’s Blues Legacy in North Carolina
Born on March 31, 1913, Etta Baker might not be a common household name across America, but her music’s influence continues to shape generations of musicians across genres.
Our Peerless Possum, A North Carolina Symbol
There is no other marsupial in North Carolina as cute and cuddly as the possum.
Here She Is, Miss North Carolina
In 75 years, the Miss North Carolina Pageant has transformed from a swimsuit contest into a scholarship contest. Each woman who wears the crown makes us proud.
