Norris Austin had plenty of reasons to leave Corolla, but the lifelong native never found any strong enough to make him pull up roots that run generations deep.
David Childers Goes Over the Mountain
The seasoned musician rediscovers the pure joy of making music with a new band and a recent release of original tunes on Glorious Days.
The Publishing Laboratory
UNCW’s creative writing students get hands-on experience in the business of turning words into published works.
A Writing Community
With a faculty focused on the principles of good writing, UNCW’s Department of Creative Writing ranks among the country’s top writing programs.
Welding Wildflowers
Metal artist Grace Cathey of Waynesville crafts delicate petals out of steel.
The Evening Muse
For nine years, this North Davidson neighborhood club has offered performers and fans a venue dedicated to the music.
Asheboro Inspiration
Downtown Asheboro's arts center features Les Caison III.
Museum Qualities
Inside a historic brick building in downtown Salisbury, the Waterworks Visual Arts Center plans its next half century, and a new generation of Rowan County children learns how artists work.
Concerts at the Courthouse
Judge Ola Lewis brings music to justice’s doorstep, giving Brunswick County residents a place to gather, whether they’re on trial or not.