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Carolina Stories

The people, places and history that make our state great

Handmade Holiday Cheer

Wreathmaking has become tradition for a Wayne County family

The Spice Merchant of Asheville

Spicewalla is bringing fresh international spices to local kitchens

Curating Recipes from Around NC

Foy Allen Edelman has collected recipes from every county in the state

Hispanic Educational Summit Equips Students for Success

A springtime summit instills knowledge and self-confidence in attendees

EnergyUnited Funds Veteran Service Dog Training

Saving Grace K9s helps veterans through tough times

Carolina’s Finest Awards - 2019

See who our readers voted to be the best in barbecue, Southern cookin’ and 16 other categories

Southern Culture Meets Italian Roots at Boxcarr Handmade Cheese

Cheesemaking comes naturally to Austin and Samantha Genke

Farmer & the Chef & the Biscuit Maker

Kinston’s celebrity chef has put a Lenoir County farm in the spotlight

The Music Maker

Jerry Read Smith’s hammered dulcimers are nationally renowned

Thread Capital Loans Aid Small Business Recovery

Trenton Chiropractic Center is among those benefitting from disaster recovery funds

Meet the Man Behind the Spice

Meherwan Irani of Spicewalla is fairly legendary in food and restaurant circles

Carrying on a Carolina Tradition

Hog killin’ is a family tradition for some, though not for the faint of heart

Leaders Among Us

Individuals across rural NC are stepping up to do great things

The Charitable Women Roofers of Rutherford County

A volunteer group is committed to helping neighbors stay dry

5 Carolina Waterfronts for Your Fall Travel List

Find peace along these revitalized small-town waterfronts