Opinion
KICKLER: The lost state of Franklin
You may be familiar with the Civil War story of the Free State of Jones and Newton Knight. The 2016 movie popularized the account. But have you heard of the 1780s “Lost” State of Franklin? […]
Articles by North State Journal Staff
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KICKLER: “Fire, fire on them or on me!”
Gov. William Tryon issued this order on May 16, 1771. He was frustrated with his reluctant North Carolina militia, most from the eastern part of the state, who had ignored his first command to fire […]
Features
‘Double Dare’ revival ordered at Nickelodeon
LOS ANGELES — Nickelodeon is reviving one of its signature franchises for a new generation. The kids’ cabler announced Tuesday that it has given a series order to a new version of “Double Dare.” The […]
Opinion
KICKLER: What’s in a (county) name?
A list of names can be, well, simply a list of names. The list can also provide keys that unlock a rich history. Let’s explore the roots of a few N.C. counties. Many of today’s […]
Features
A salute to spring
WILMINGTON — The 2018 N.C. Azalea Festival came to a close on Sunday, and visitors to Wilmington likely traveled home with tired feet and the beginnings of their summer tan. The annual event, which celebrated […]
Features
Stir it up: Star Flower
Star Flower Jimmy Ingenito, Starlight Cafe, Greenville 8 cilantro leaves, plus 1 cilantro sprig for garnish 2 slices seedless cucumber 2 ounces Mother Earth gin ¾ ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur ¾ ounce Jack Rudy Cocktail […]
Opinion
KICKLER: Many solutions can be found closer to home
The idea of finding community solutions to big problems is gaining more and more traction. Although there are many similarities among Americans, we live in a vast land that contains diverse communities. America’s educational, health […]
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A (cocktail) tradition like no other
Azalea Cocktail Not in Augusta this week for the Masters? Enjoy the color and flavor of the crown jewel of golf and prepare yourself for the N.C. Azalea Festival with the Azalea Cocktail. INGREDIENTS 1 […]
Opinion
KICKLER: Anti-Federalists had victory in the long run
In the history books, Anti-Federalists are frequently portrayed as losers. Without them and their political strategy, however, Americans probably would not have the Bill of Rights. In 1787, the Philadelphia Convention delegates submitted the U.S. […]
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‘Chappaquiddick’ movie revisits 1969 Ted Kennedy scandal
LOS ANGELES — Almost a decade after U.S. Senator Edward Kennedy died, director John Curran has made a film that tries to get into his mind during the 1969 Chappaquiddick incident that dogged his career, […]