Granville County hoisted the first official county flag in North Carolina more than 60 years ago. The popularity of county flags has been on the rise ever since.
The Salt Life
Whether deep in the ocean or atop our dinners and desserts, salt is an inextricable part of a Carolina summer.
A Mountain All Aglow
As the sun sets at Grandfather Mountain, fireflies put on a magnificent show — for those willing to stop and pay attention.
From Elizabeth Hudson: A Rising Tide
During her stay at Carolina Beach, our editor in chief observes how changing tides shape the ebb and flow of the beach and the way we experience its wonders.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Pressing Matters
Our editor in chief reflects on her mother’s love and the way it shone in the most quiet, everyday moments — be it a freshly ironed shirt, a warm meal, or a perfectly tied shoe.
A Match Made in Nature
The close relationship between butterflies and flowers is obvious, but swallowtails and azaleas take it to another level.
Waxing Poetic About Hoop Cheese
The prize is in the journey, not the destination — unless you’re driving Carolina back roads on the hunt for hoop cheese.
Lew Powell’s Kingdom of Thingdom
In Chapel Hill, items that were once the stuff of everyday life in North Carolina are part of a growing collection that’s invaluable to understanding our state, its culture, and its history.
The Choirmaster
Before her voice captivated the world, Roberta Flack — who was born in Black Mountain during Jim Crow — began her career in Pitt County, teaching and encouraging choral students.
