Although its complete history has been lost to time, a document drafted by patriots in Charlotte is believed to be the colonies’ first written declaration of independence.
How a Tar Heel Moonshiner Got Away with Murder (in 1892)
Spoiler alert: The loophole that he used has since been closed.
Welcome to Ducktown, North Carolina Tennessee
A lack of whiskey on the part of a group of surveyors may be to blame for one Tennessee town being on the wrong side of the state line.
What Happens When Cartography Enthusiasts Show Up at Your Door
A.D. Patterson owns the westernmost part of North Carolina, and the “mapheads” want to visit.
The Lines That Shape Us
To live in North Carolina is to live within our borders, but those boundaries are more than just lines on a map.
Celebrating Our State
For 85 years, Our State has been highlighting the people and places that make us proud to call North Carolina home.
Crafted in Carolina: Thomas Built Buses
We can't help but feel proud knowing that these sturdy school buses were dreamed up and built right down the road.
