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People Live Their Whole Lives in North Carolina and Somehow Miss These 5 Places

From candy-filled general stores to sunset-soaked lake shores, these five less-frequented locations in North Carolina are hidden in plain sight and waiting to be discovered by locals and visitors alike.

by Caroline Stratos
on Dec 17
A kayak on Kerr Lake illuminated by a bright orange sunset.
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Explore The Fascinating History Of North Carolina’s 200 Stops Along The 6-State Civil War Trails Program

by Carolyn Harmon
on Jun 26
A historical reenactment scene with soldiers firing muskets in a field, horses grazing nearby, under a clear blue sky.
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The Underrated Tour Every North Carolinian History Buff Needs To Add To Their Bucket List

by Carolyn Harmon
on May 6
A scenic view of a river with boats, flags, and a bridge under a partly cloudy sky.
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This Is The Most North Carolina Sound You’ll Ever Hear, And We Can’t Stop Listening To It

by Carolyn Harmon
on Apr 12
A train passes by a grain silo and fields under a blue sky, with a road and solar panels in the background.
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North Carolina Town Earns Title of ‘Coolest Small Town’ In The State

by Carolyn Harmon
on Mar 29
A serene sunset over the ocean, with a heron standing on rocks in the foreground.

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Learn The Rhythm and Steps of North Carolina’s Official Popular Dance, The Shag, With The Local Clubs

by Carolyn Harmon
on Mar 22
A couple dances at a shag dance lesson event, with a sign in the background advertising the class.
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Did You Know North Carolina Is Home To The Only Wild Population Of Red Wolves In The World?

by Carolyn Harmon
on Mar 6
A coyote stands in a grassy field, looking back with a collar around its neck.
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Few People Know The Real Story About North Carolina’s Eugenics Program

by Carolyn Harmon
on Feb 26
Historical marker about the Eugenics Board, noting sterilization of over 7,600 people from 1933 to 1973.
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If North Carolina Had An Official News Anchor/Reporter, We Would Nominate Renee Chou

by Carolyn Harmon
on Feb 13
A news anchor in an orange dress smiles at the camera, with a vibrant sunset and city skyline in the background.
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Sapphire is the Perfect Southeastern Winter Travel Destination

by Carolyn Harmon
on Dec 13
A ski resort scene with people waiting near a ski lift on a snowy slope surrounded by trees at dusk.