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Lessons from the ‘NC Tomato Man’

Craig LeHoullier has far-reaching influence in the world of tomatoes

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Wake Electric Honors Local NASA Leader

James E. Webb laid the foundation for the moon landing

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Why I Love My Community

Our readers share what makes life sweet

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Experience the Movement Along the Civil Rights Trail

NC sites preserve stories from the modern civil rights movement

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Don’t Feed the Animals

And other tips for living with wildlife in your neck of the woods

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Harvesting Pure, Local Sea Salt

Two NC companies are making salt a local commodity

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Celebrating the Culture of Cotton

Julius Tillery’s advocacy work goes well beyond his family farm

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How to Get Great Photos in the Field

Reflections on making the most of nature’s canvas

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Carolina Country Scenes 2020

Winners from our annual photo contest

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Growing Health & Growing Leaders

The Rev. Richard Joyner is nurturing a healthier community in Edgecombe County

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Handmade Holiday Cheer

Wreathmaking has become tradition for a Wayne County family

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Carolina’s Finest Award Winners 2019

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

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Meet the Man Behind the Spice

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

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The Spice Merchant of Asheville

Spicewalla is bringing fresh international spices to local kitchens

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Southern Culture Meets Italian Roots at Boxcarr Handmade Cheese

Cheesemaking comes naturally to Austin and Samantha Genke

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Curating Recipes from Around NC

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

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Leaders Among Us

Individuals across rural NC are stepping up to do great things

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Hispanic Educational Summit Equips Students for Success

A springtime summit instills knowledge and self-confidence in attendees

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The Music Maker

Jerry Read Smith’s hammered dulcimers are nationally renowned

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The Charitable Women Roofers of Rutherford County

A volunteer group is committed to helping neighbors stay dry

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EnergyUnited Funds Veteran Service Dog Training

Saving Grace K9s helps veterans through tough times

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Thread Capital Loans Aid Small Business Recovery

Trenton Chiropractic Center is among those benefitting from disaster recovery funds

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5 Carolina Waterfronts for Your Fall Travel List

Find peace along these revitalized small-town waterfronts

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Solving the Plastic Problem

Bonnie Monteleone is tackling ocean plastic pollution