What is a community garden, and why are they so popular in NC? And while we're at it, should you join one or start your own?
October 27, 2020
Lifestyle
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Why People Love the Plants and Owners of This Durham Plant Nursery
So why has this plant nursery in east Durham gained such an emotional connection from gardeners in the area? The answer has something to do with venus flytraps, cats and expert advice.
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(Un)churching in the Pandemic: How are NC Churches Doing?
COVID-19 sent churches online. That change might lead you to think it's never been easier to go to church, and that attendance might be up at NC churches. But church attendance across the board has actually dropped.
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Sustainability in Textiles: Notes from the High Point Market
"Sustainability is no longer a request. It's a demand," Ingle stated. Quality and sustainability are priorities for today's consumer. Unifi wants to be part of the solution.
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Haunted Wilmington: Get into the Halloween Spirit with Haunted History
Incorporated in 1740 as North Carolina’s chief seaport, Wilmington has plenty of history to tell. Over the years, some of that history has turned into ghost stories. What should you know about these maritime ghost stories in haunted Wilmington?
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Raleigh Plant People: How A Facebook Group Became A Family
There are countless houseplant enthusiast groups on social media, and millions of members. These groups not only provide detailed information, but they can also give you a sense of family and community.
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Raising Chickens for Eggs: The Essentials
Raising chickens is big on the homesteading front, since it's logical complement to gardening and preserving. Here's the essential information about raising chickens for eggs.
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5 Hidden North Carolina Kayaking Spots to Turn Your Summer Hobby into a Fall Activity
Kayaking is a great way to get outdoors, get some exercise and find safe socialization during COVID-19. Some folks might think the sport ends with the summer, but that is not the case.
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Inexpensive Ways to Catch the Fall Colors in The NC Mountains
In addition to the fall colors, rates for hotels and vacation rental sites in the North Carolina mountains are also at their peak. While a weekend amongst the deep reds, yellows, and oranges is probably worth whatever you could spend on it, you do have other options.
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Helen’s Bridge: The Asheville Ghost Story You May Not Know
Each week as we count down to Halloween, we present a famous North Carolina urban legend or ghost story to get you primed and ready for the spookiest day of the year. This week, we climb up Beaucatcher mountain where spooky happenings occur around Helen's bridge.