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A Capital Christmas
The “many hands make light work adage” was in action at the N.C. Capitol Historic site in the decorating days leading up to the lighting of the official state tree on Union Square in downtown […]
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The Secret Chocolatier
The family-run business in Charlotte originally started at farmers markets, with head chef Bill Dietz operating under the pseudo, The Secret Chocolatier. Today, it’s a successful business that successfully maintains humble beginnings.he family-run business in […]
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The Christmas Star of Caldwell County
The holidays have a way of drawing us home. In Caldwell County the Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative and the Moose Club light a beacon on Hibriten Mountain as a Caldwell County homecoming invitation. In 1954 […]
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Y’ought to try venison
The temperatures are dropping low, the leaves have fallen from the trees and deer hunting season has begun. For many, hunting can be a sport, a way to feed the family or a rite of […]
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Dreaming of a green Christmas? heres how to celebrate with a nod to N.C.s natural resources
RALEIGH If you want to have a green holiday season, The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality released tips Friday on how to save a little green for your pocket while protecting the environment this […]
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A Christmas playlist of holiday favorites
2021 North State Christmas List on Spotify Now that December is upon us, many in the land of the longleaf pine will be focused on North Carolina’s other storied tree — the Fraser fir. As […]
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North Carolinians Rhiannon Giddens and The Avett Brothers earn Grammy nominations
Beyonce became the most-nominated female artist in Grammy award history on Tuesday as she received a leading nine nods this year, followed closely by Drake, Rihanna and Kanye West with eight nominations each.Beyonce’s haul of […]
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North Carolinians Rhiannon Giddens and The Avett Brothers earn Grammy nominations
Beyonce became the most-nominated female artist in Grammy award history on Tuesday as she received a leading nine nods this year, followed closely by Drake, Rihanna and Kanye West with eight nominations each.Beyonce’s haul of […]
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N.C. Dept. of Ag to help bring healthier options to food deserts
RALEIGH The N.C. Department of Agriculture announced a fund to provide healthier food options for people living in food deserts in Eastern North Carolina. Corner stores can apply by Dec. 31 to receive funding […]
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Giving in a North State of Mind
There are so many choices when shopping for friends and family during the holidays. The decision to shop close to home supports your neighbors and is worth the effort. There are a multitude of talented […]