Natural History: An Homage to Raleigh’s Oaks
An author and naturalist offers a reflection on Raleigh’s trees as we say goodbye to a beloved oak.
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George Hoffman keeps it classic at his Hillsborough Street smoke shop
by Christian Terry | photography by Eamon Queeney As soon as you scuff your shoes on the hardwood floors of Pipes by George, you’re welcomed by the distinct aroma of lit cigars, a kaleidoscopic collection of pipes on the wall…
Local marketplace Kinshop celebrates N.C. businesses
The second annual Kinshop is back at Junction West November 23 for a day of shopping, mingling and celebrating local businesses. Founders Hannah Lee and Lauren Waston created Kinshop last spring as a new kind of retail experience, one that…
Give Local: 25 Big-Impact Organizations in the Raleigh area worth your money, time and more
It’s also a good time to give back, a show of gratitude for all we’ve been given. As you consider how, take a look at these Triangle nonprofits making a truly local impact.
5 Places to Hike Near Raleigh to See Fall Leaves
If the Blue Ridge Mountains are too far to see some beautiful autumn foliage, consider these parks and lakes near Raleigh-Durham instead.
Around Town with… Irv Coats of Reader’s Corner
Irv Coats turned a love of reading into a lifelong career with his beloved store on Hillsborough Street. Writing and photographs by Addie Ladner “Anything you need for your head and soul you can find in a good book,” says…
Scott Huler Rediscovers the Carolinas Through Historic Journals
When Scott Huler started researching the way his house fit into the surrounding city, he expected to find old deeds and dry records. Instead, the author found a dynamic adventurer from the 1700s—and his next project. by Shelbi Polk Author…
Did you Hear? Wide Open Bluegrass
A man-about-town shares his favorite musical moments in this photo series. photography by Gus Samarco Click to expand and view our coverage of the IBMA Wide Open Bluegrass Festival. Read the story from our September issue here. Gus Samarco…
Local Haunts: 13 Spots Around the Triangle Where you Just Might Encounter a Ghost or Two
From the Carolina Inn to the Capitol Building, there are lots of haunted and historic spots to explore in Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Durham.
Stein’s Furniture creates colorful lacquered pieces
by Hampton Williams Hofer | photography by Tyler Cunningham Inside Stein’s Furniture and Lacquer Studio, a winsome collection of home décor includes artfully refurbished antique furniture, fine art and all manner of treasures for the home. The store, in its…
Around Town with… Stanbury’s Joseph Jeffers
Joseph Jeffers, the creative master behind Stanbury, shares his favorite Raleigh spots.
The Not-Quite-Longest Soul Train Dance Line in the World
On Saturday, Raleigh-area residents get together to attempt to beat the Guinness World Record for the Longest Soul Train Dance.
A photographer and his family take an (almost) perfect staycation on Jordan Lake
words & photography by Joshua Steadman
Moore Square Re-Opens
The first weekend in August, Moore Square reopened its ample walkways after a two-year renovation.