Types of Pollen and When They Strike It’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…… Continue Reading
Bizarre Food Combos People Swear By Vanilla Ice Cream and Olive Oil 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…… Continue Reading
Locations as Old as Time Carolina Coffee Shop 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. The Players Retreat Opened…… Continue Reading
Top Toys You Won’t See On Shelves Easy Bake Oven Every kid growing up in the 70’s, 80’s, and early 90’s wanted the amazing Easy Bake Oven, first produced by Kenner then by Hasbro. It was just like the title implied, an easy toy that baked fun and delicious treats. Sadly its history has been…… Continue Reading
Must See Train Rides in North Carolina Tweetsie Railroad 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 have fun for…… Continue Reading
North Carolina Urban Legends 1. The Devil’s Tramping Ground (Chatham County) Located in Bear Creek, North Carolina, The Devil’s Tramping Ground is a mysterious, barren circle shrouded in legend. Folklore claims the Devil paces the clearing at night, contemplating the world’s evils, and that objects left there disappear by morning. Visitors report eerie sensations, while…… Continue Reading
North Carolina’s Weirdest Roadside Attractions BEEP Shangri-La Stone Village This 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 small buildings, each about five feet tall, including…… Continue Reading
The History and Celebration of Valentine’s Day Valentine’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 Day The history of Valentine’s Day can be…… Continue Reading
Hobbies to Take Up Time Consideration You 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…… Continue Reading
North Carolina Facts They Don’t Teach in School Sure, we all know North Carolina is the ‘Tar Heel State’ and home to the Wright Brothers’ first flight. But did you know it was also home to Blackbear and the largest home in America? Buckle up, because we’re diving into some fascinating facts about North Carolina…… Continue Reading