For more than 80 years, the 75-foot-tall community Christmas tree in Wilmington’s Hilton Park stood as a hallmark of holiday celebrations.
The Philanthropist
A Randolph County couple created an elegant venue for community fundraising. Now, he’s continuing the benevolence they began together.
Irish Potato Cake
This nutty, spiced vintage recipe features a surprising secret ingredient: mashed potatoes.
Moravian Christmas Tree Cookies
These holiday cookies are a spiced treat descended from recipes dating back to the 1700s.
Festive Fare: 4 Vintage Holiday Recipes
From decades-old family recipes to a centuries-old Carolina cookie, we’re filling our holiday tables with dishes that have stood the test of time.
The Woman Behind the Lens
Bayard Wootten became the first woman in the North Carolina National Guard thanks to her innovative photography.
The “Newcomer”
After moving to North Carolina in the 1960s, a former Northerner has found excitement in small towns and cities across the state.
A Slice of History
These decades-old recipes remind us why the South is famous for its pies.
Peanut Butter Pie
This creamy seven-ingredient peanut butter pie won first place in the NC State Fair’s pie competition in 1988.
