Hidden Gems of North Carolina
Go Explore Our StateAsheville Pinball Machine MuseumDo you remember when arcades were everywhere and you could go and spend hours roaming the games and racking up points? One of those games was the pinball machine and some people have become masters of the flippers. But did you know there is a place to go explore over ...
Vroom Vroom!
15 Most Expensive Cars in the WorldHave you ever wondered how expensive some cars are? Well, here are 15 that you should consider if your wallet can agree with you!Rolls-Royce Droptail: $32 millionPhoto by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars PressClubPagani Huayra Codalunga: $7 millionPhoto by Wikipedia Images, By MrWalkr – O...
Vroom Vroom!
15 Most Expensive Cars in the World Have you ever wondered how expensive some cars are? Well, here are 15 that you should consider if your wallet can agree with you! Rolls-Royce Droptail: $32 million Photo by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars PressClub Pagani Huayra Codalunga: $7 million Photo by Wikipedia Images, By MrWalkr - Ow...
June Festivals of North Carolina
Join the Adventure, Join the Fun!Ocrafolk Festival on OcracokeThe Ocrafolk Festival is on Ocracoke Island from June 6th-8th this year. They have musicians, storytellers, artisans and much more fun to be had for the whole family. It a festival celebrating a community with a mission to help support one another.Photo by G...
The Seven Beauties of the Coast
Lighthouses of North CarolinaOcracoke Island LighthouseOcracoke’s lighthouse is unique in that it is a beckoning lighthouse instead of a warning lighthouse. It is on without a flash or rotating device, telling sailors to come to it and not worry about rocks. Built out of dressed stone and timber with brick and mo...
How To Take A Good Photo
Things to Keep In Mind This SummerLighting!Having the right light is key! Now you cannot control the light in every single location but it is something to look for. If you can fix the light such as avoiding harsh shadows and using natural light will help bring the focus of the photo to the front. If you do need a flash...
Time for Fun In The Sun
New Hobbies to Try This SummerBeekeepingSummer is here and its time to get out in the sun. Beekeeping is a great hobby for anyone who likes to know that they are helping the world. Bees are essential to making food grow. They are pollinators so they travel from plant to plant spreading pollen. Beekeeping is all about t...
Too Hot To Handle!
North Carolina's Highest Weather RecordsHottest DayThe hottest day on record for North Carolina was August 21, 1983 with a whopping high of 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Fayetteville. Coldest DayThe coldest day on record was in Mount Mitchell on January 21, 1985 with lows of -34°F. This was part of an Artic outbreak wh...
Historical Events That Actually Happened
Historical Events That Actually Happened“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George Santayana, philosopher (1863-1952)History is has many ups and downs, celebrations and tragedies, beginnings and ends. There is always a story to hear and learn from. What is your history?M...
Let’s Go Exploring
5 Places to Hike in North CarolinaSummer is right around the corner and the heat is coming. The pollen is almost gone and people are itching to get out of their houses and move. If you are someone who needs to be in nature and explore, here are five great locations to take a trail or two.Just make sure you are well hyd...
Pollen: The Dust of Spring
Types of Pollen and When They StrikeIt's that time again! Spring has sprung and the sun it out in full bloom. Flowers and bees are about and the wind is delightful. All is grand in the spring months of the year. But will all that grand color of flowers and trees comes the dreaded pollen.Many people have allergies relat...
Eat This, Not That!
Bizarre Food Combos People Swear ByVanilla Ice Cream and Olive OilPhoto by Getty ImagesThis is a new trend that has popped up recently. Many people are coming to find that it is a great way to make plain ice cream more decadent. The olive oil gives a nutty, almost fruity, rich taste to the neutral flavours of the vanil...
Eat This, Not That!
Bizarre Food Combos People Swear By Vanilla Ice Cream and Olive Oil Photo by Getty Images This is a new trend that has popped up recently. Many people are coming to find that it is a great way to make plain ice cream more decadent. The olive oil gives a nutty, almost fruity, rich taste to the neutral flavours of the va...
North Carolina’s Historic Restaurants
Locations as Old as TimeCarolina Coffee ShopPhoto by Visit Chapel HillThis restaurant has the proud honor of being North Carolina’s longest running original restaurant. It began as a student post office at UNC Chapel Hill before morphing into a soda shop then in 1922 into the full-service coffee and bar it is tod...
North Carolina's Historic Restaurants
Locations as Old as Time Carolina Coffee Shop Photo by Visit Chapel Hill This restaurant has the proud honor of being North Carolina's longest running original restaurant. It began as a student post office at UNC Chapel Hill before morphing into a soda shop then in 1922 into the full-service coffee and bar it is today....
All Aboard!
Must See Train Rides in North CarolinaTweetsie RailroadPhoto by Getty ImageIf you have lived in North Carolina for a time, you have probably heard of Tweetsie Railroad or maybe you have visited as a child. Tweetsie Railroad is a wild west themed adventure everyone should experience at least once in their life. They hav...
All Aboard!
Must See Train Rides in North Carolina Tweetsie Railroad Photo by Getty Image If you have lived in North Carolina for a time, you have probably heard of Tweetsie Railroad or maybe you have visited as a child. Tweetsie Railroad is a wild west themed adventure everyone should experience at least once in their life. They ...
6 Weird Roadside Attractions
North Carolina’s Weirdest Roadside AttractionsBEEPShangri-La Stone VillageThis miniature village began as a hobby for retired farmer Henry Warren, and decades later, it still charms visitors along N.C. Highway 86. Constructed with stone, concrete, and quartz sourced from a nearby quarry, the site features 27 smal...
Valentines Day
The History and Celebration of Valentine’s DayValentine's Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, is a day dedicated to love and romance. While many associate it with chocolates, flowers, and heartfelt gestures, its origins date back centuries and have evolved significantly over time.The History of Valentine's...
Hobbies
Hobbies to Take UpTime ConsiderationYou may have a full-time job or be in school, so choosing a hobby that fits your current obligations is important. Consider how many days per week you can dedicate to a hobby, how often you'll participate, and the overall free time you have. You might wonder how your friend manages t...

