In the Field: Snakes, Ticks… and an Unexpected Danger
A naturalist and Ph.D. student explains her complicated experience as a Black woman conducting research in the outdoors.
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The Baker’s Assistant
Life is sweet when Wendy Dodson launches a new business that taps her passion for baking.
The Touch of Love: On the Simplest Display of Affection
A retired minister in the Triangle reflects on holding hands with his beloved bride of more than 60 years.
If You Can Call It a Game
A pandemic ritual to connect with friends turns into a celebration of the players that give college basketball its true spirit.
The Chosen One
Columnist Jim Dodson on spotting a red-tailed sentinel , his a faithful, four-legged soulmate and the concept of spirit animals
Road Trip: Diary of a Drive Across the Country
A Raleigh couple takes in the wonders of the American countryside from the windows of their 33-year-old Suburban, Airstream in tow.
February Poem: Dots
In this poem, we are reminded that, while we may be individuals, our similarities far outweigh our differences.
Resolving to Practice
A poet pledges to write each day for 365 days, and finds that the exercise awakens a new creative energy.
2,022 Reasons to Love Raleigh
From our generous green spaces to robust arts community, here’s a reminder of just a few of the things that make the City of Oaks so great.
January Poem: Work
The word “work” can mean more than one thing — and this piece by a Raleigh poet inspires us to reflect, persevere, and try our best in 2022.
The Mysteries of the Golf Universe
In a game with an older buddy, a surprising discovery seems a gentle nudge from beyond.
December Poem: Wet Christmas
What’s the opposite of a white Christmas? The same season, in North Carolina.
Have a Holly Raleigh Swissmas
A Raleigh native melds Christmas traditions with her Swiss husband — and finds the best in both.
Jim Dodson on Meaningful Happiness
When you think about it, says this North Carolina writer, the ordinary becomes extraordinary.