Bright Ideas in Action
Education grants spark inspiration across NC
Carolina Stories
The people, places and history that make our state great
Carolina People
Saddle Up and Read
Caitlin Gooch is an equestrian encouraging children to achieve literary excellence
Feature Story
Witnessing Government in Action
Students make new friends and find inspiration on the 2022 Youth Tour
Feature Story
Breaking Barriers Through Recreation
ACCESS of Wilmington is helping those with disabilities stay active
Carolina Creators
Keenan Jenkins
This musician of wandering to declarative styles uses music in his search for self
Carolina People
Helping Students Learn and Grow
Principal Laurie Strope is inspiring students in Onslow County
Carolina People
Carteret County Teacher Inspires Next Generation of Leaders
Marsha Sirkin has been awarded Bright Ideas Grant impacting 6300 students
Carolina Creators
Donna Everhart
This NC author captures the essence of hard country living in her historical Southern fiction
Feature Story
Adventures in Agritourism
Visit a local farm and learn more about the food on your plate
Carolina Creators
Jereann King Johnson
This textile artist has known quilts and quilting as far back as she can remember
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Carolina Adventures
Tales From Our Readers: Vacations Gone Wrong
Memories of trips that didn’t quite go as planned
Carolina People
Bringing Good Food Home to the High Country
Chef Garrison Wagoner moved back to Alleghany County to make a difference
Your Power
Wake Electric Grant Promotes Reading Among Granville County Students
Bright Ideas grants have impacted more than 2.8 million NC students
Feature Story
The Road to Recovery
Communities are working together to turn the tide on the opioid epidemic
Carolina People
Journey To Save A Life
A casual conversation between co-workers led to a lifesaving surgery
Feature Story
Oldest Operating USO Delivers
Jacksonville USO has been ‘always by their side’ for nearly 80 years