A group of wordsmiths in Lenoir share a love of storytelling and the Foothills that inspire them.
Art in the Wild
On a dozen rolling acres behind the former Patterson School in Caldwell County, the Western North Carolina Sculpture Center and Park has transformed a patch of nature into a vast gallery.
No Such Luck
Wear your charms, chase leprechauns, and wish upon every star — when it comes to hitting the shot in the ACC Tournament, nothing compares to being in the right place at the right time.
Unforgettable Moments in the ACC
The ACC Basketball Tournament has produced many shared memories for hoops fans in our state. Here are some favorites from over the years.
Jim Lauderdale Remembers Troutman
One of modern country music’s most celebrated songwriters recalls his earliest musical experiences growing up in Iredell County.
Radio Hour With Martha Bassett
In the North Carolina Foothills, a music program — and its talented host — celebrates the diverse genres that have shaped our musical landscape.
Our State Book Club Presents: Jason Mott
Before becoming a National Book Award winner, a Columbus County writer followed his dreams — those he had at night and those he worked toward — to become a celebrated author.
Our State Book Club Presents: Judy Goldman
One Charlotte author tells the story of her marriage, in good times and in bad, with gratitude for the man with whom she’s shared a life.
Our State Book Club Presents: Allan Gurganus
One writer’s curiosity called him to explore. The perspective he gained drew him back to his familiar eastern North Carolina home.
