Split by Valerie Nieman
A Rockingham county writer shares this short fiction story about a women who finds herself in a curious house with a mind of its own.
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Sugar & Salt by Brendan Slocumb
In this work of fiction, a man is forced into a suspicious road trip with a friend and has to come up with an exit plan.
August 2023 Poem: How I Want to Love You
In this poem, a couple contemplates whether to continue with their relationship.
One More Game: The Lure of Pickleball
A pickleball enthusiast digs deep into his enthusiasm for the popular sport — and finds that what it really delivers is a sense of community.
Simple Life: Let There Be Darkness
A trip abroad reminds this writer’s of the night sky — and that the trees and songbirds in his yard back home are worth preserving.
Investing in Icons: Meet Tom and Pat Gipson
A big name in the Dix Park development, this local couple has been quietly donating to charitable causes in Raleigh for decades.
Triumph in a Bridge: Matthew Steele’s Architectural Sculptures
This Charlotte artist celebrates the beauty of the manufactured world through his large-scale installations and public art works.
Chasing Leads: Who Gets to Tell Our Musical Stories?
The book Biography of a Phantom inspires a journalist to reflect on the ethics of researching musical history.
Flying Jewels: The Hummingbirds of Summer
Learn about Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, the only species of hummingbird that nests in the eastern United States.
Nail Yeah! Crystal Clark’s Niche Design Medium
Over ten years, this local nail technician has built a loyal fan base with her creative, trend-forward designs.
Mountain Escapes: 5 Off-the-Radar NC Towns to Explore
Get away for the weekend at one these mountain towns — each with its own personality — that offers cool breezes, streams and scenic outlooks.
Boulted Bread: A New Space with the Same Taste
A peek inside the bakery and cafe, where you can find everything from a rustic baguette to seasonal pastries made with NC produce.
Dirt Roots: Effie Underwood’s North Raleigh Garden
Over two decades, this wooded lot has been transformed with gravel pathways, sun and shade plantings, and unique artwork.
When Painting is a Practice: Meet Lamar Whidbee
Renowned artist Beverly McIver encouraged this NCCU grad to pivot from football to painting — today, he’s creating intimate, thoughtful work.