A new Pinehurst eatery reimagines beloved regional fare with a personal twist.
Three Days of Spring Adventures in Jackson County
Warming weather and longer days make this season a beautiful time to embrace the outdoors with half-day hikes, captivating cascades, and meals to fuel each excursion.
6 Spots Shaking up Johnston County’s Craft Drink Scene
In Selma, Clayton, Benson, and Smithfield, creative restaurateurs are using craft cocktails and coffees to turn neighborhood bars and cafés into thoughtful community spots.
Skillet-Fried Cod With Tartar Sauce
These seared, seasoned fillets cook in a snap, so make your sauce ahead of time to serve everything while it’s still hot.
Our State Book Club Presents: Terry Roberts
A boy grew up on the tales of Appalachia told by his grandmother and our great writers — one of whom inspired him to join their literary legacy.
From Elizabeth: Long May It Wave
Watch our editor in chief as she reflects on star-spangled sightings across North Carolina and how they provide her with a moment to pause and appreciate the place she calls home.
Hidden History: Fort Dobbs
In Statesville, pre-Revolutionary War life is interpreted and shared by volunteers at one of North Carolina’s state historic sites.
North Carolina, Naturally: Crown Shyness
While nature might seem competitive, mature pine forests offer a lesson in coexistence — a natural phenomenon known as crown shyness.
A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala
Celebrate the season in this mountain town — no matter what time of year you visit.