A quirky — and somewhat controversial — rock-a-bye baby contest was held in Washington in 1934.
The Seeker
A self-proclaimed minimalist with an eye for the nostalgic sifts through estates filled with thousands of belongings to find the treasures hidden within.
A Plated Past
From decades of North Carolina fishermen, pitmasters, bakers, and creative home cooks, our state’s storied recipes are memorable markers of a rich history.
State Sherbet
This sweet, citrusy treat requires just four ingredients — and a little patience.
Hot Southern Bread
This buttery, biscuit-like loaf is the perfect side for a Southern supper.
North Carolina Brunswick Stew
Packed full of okra, corn, potatoes, barbecue, chicken, and tomatoes, Brunswick stew is a delicious showcase for locally grown ingredients.
Outer Banks Clam Chowder
Unlike its Northern counterparts, this clam chowder omits the cream and tomatoes to let the clams shine.
The Mount Airy Mentor
After retirement, a teacher continued doing what she loved: opening doors to new possibilities through the written word.
What It Was, Was Irony
When we wrote about Andy Griffith’s blossoming showbiz career in 1954, it’s safe to say the Mount Airy native didn't know he would become a pop-culture icon.
