At The Front Porch, locals gather in a historic downtown building that has long been the go-to source for news and nostalgia — and now, new clothes, too.
High Country Hospitality at Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
On the banks of the Watauga River, a mountain winery turns customers into friends.
Daddy Pete Farms in Stony Point
A Century Farm in Alexander County capitalized on an underappreciated and often-overlooked product already sitting in the cow pastures.
Downtown: Wilkesboro
When a couple from out of state ventured off the highway in search of a peaceful place to stop, they discovered musicians and makers, outdoor adventures, farm-to-table fare, and friendly neighbors.
Montgomery Sheep Farm in Biscoe
The sheep that graze on this solar farm in Montgomery County play an essential role when it comes to producing clean energy, clean food, and a clean farm.
Pine Level Hardware & Furniture in Pine Level
At a furniture store in Johnston County, every customer — whether they buy a sofa or a screwdriver — is part of a family tradition more than a century in the making.
Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar in Asheville
Raise a glass at this Paris-inspired bookstore and Champagne bar, where old-world European style meets old-school Southern hospitality.
Headwaters Outfitters in Rosman
On the bank of the French Broad, a local outfitter gives back to the waters that sustain it.
The Friendliest Sound in Wilmington
At the North Carolina Ukulele Academy, students bond over new skills, cheerful melodies, and the harmony of community.
