North Carolina

Five years into his career, ‘Rip’ has some competition. Durham has long been the younger sibling city living in the shadow of its capital neighbor, Raleigh. Sure, they have a smaller population and they get second billing at the…
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Spring break conjures up images of wet t-shirt contests, empty beer cans strewn along the beach, and loud music until the wee hours of the night. Been there. Done that. Over it. Whether your spring break is one day, a long weekend, or…
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As this small Bertie County sees its population fall, a rich history is being left behind. Located in a rural part of northeastern North Carolina where the Chowan River feeds into the Albemarle Sound, Bertie County has fallen on hard…
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As spring 2024 unfurls its green carpet across the Tar Heel State, keep your eyes pealed skyward, folks. North Carolina's night canopy is set to twinkle with a medley of celestial events that'll have you moonstruck and starry-eyed. From a…
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In March 2005, Vermont native Chuck Richardson packed up his camping gear, piled a canoe and kayak on top of his truck, and with encouragement from his wife, left for a few weeks to find sunshine.  Richardson meandered down the East…
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Most North Carolinians know the story of Sir Walter Raleigh — or if they don’t, they can most likely identify the namesake of the state capital. As for Dr. Bartlett Durham, the man for whom they named Raleigh’s younger sibling city, that…
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Green Hill Cemetery is a not-so-hidden gem tucked into Greensboro’s park system Just north of downtown Greensboro, running along North Buffalo Creek, is a string of parks at which residents can enjoy any number of recreational…
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Greensboro, North Carolina is home to a wealth of family-friendly activities that won't cost you a penny. Whether you're a local looking for a fresh weekend adventure or visitors exploring the charming city, these free destinations promise…
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