North Carolina
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10 quirky summer festivals coming to North Carolina
From collard greens to kites, there’s plenty to celebrate in the Tar Heel State during the hot season.
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10 ways to celebrate the Summer Solstice across North Carolina
From yoga and dance parties to sustainable fashion shows, here is how North Carolinians across the state are marking the midsummer.
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NC High School students design apps to solve real-world problems
Governor Roy Cooper recently announced the winners of the Fifth Annual Ready, Set, App! Competition. This event saw eight teams of high school students from North Carolina pitch their original app designs to a panel of tech industry professionals and…
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North Carolina’s free meal programs keep kids nourished all summer long
Over 900,000 students in North Carolina benefit from nutrition-packed meals and snacks provided during the school year through programs like school breakfast, school lunch, and after-school snack programs. These resources continue during school breaks via summer meal programs, which offer…
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Food Lion: 8 fun facts about the famous supermarket chain
From Food Town to Bloom and back, Food Lion’s history is marked with plenty of twists and turns.
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As fake insurance agents make their way across NC, here’s what to look out for
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner warns of scammers posing as insurance agents.
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Explore the 9 Cheesemakers of the WNC Cheese Trail
From Black Mountain to Vale, these are the folks to visit to complete western North Carolina’s cheesiest tour.
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Hike through history this National Trails Day at Ridge’s Mountain Nature Preserve
In honor of National Trails Day on June 1, the North Carolina Zoo is inviting visitors to explore the beautiful Ridge’s Mountain. Locals are invited to head to the trailhead (located at Asheboro at 504 Summit Court), where zoo staff will…
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Your North Carolina summer safety guide: Swimming, grilling, & heat
The North Carolina Health Department advises residents to take specific safety measures for summer activities.
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Discovering North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, from A to Z
From Atlantic Beach to zinc oxide, here are 26 ways for you to enjoy the hidden gem of the southern Outer Banks