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Serving The Citizens of Western North Carolina Since 1995 
North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and in honor of Halloween we thought we'd share a few of our favorite folk tales, eerie unexplained natural phenomena and historical mysteries from the Tar Heel State's past. Brown Mountain Light...
Fun Facts About North Carolina! These are also unique facts to the state. Birthplace of Pepsi This widely-popular soft drink was created in New Bern, North Carolina, in 1893. The creator, Caleb Bradhem, made it as his drugstore and originally c...
Have you ever wondered how a high-sugar diet, which spells trouble for humans, could be the key to survival for another species? Bats, the nocturnal creatures that often capture our imagination with t...
A recent study has revealed that the estimated death toll of birds due to building collisions significantly underrepresents the true scale of the problem. NC Lights Out September 6 - October 6, ...
As the summer of 2024 draws to a close, the Western North Carolina (WNC) mountains offer a perfect setting to bid farewell to the season. With cooler temperatures just around the corner, Labor Day wee...
Earth Day 2024 is a time for reflection, action, and celebration. Since its inception, Earth Day has been a pivotal moment for environmental awareness, inspiring millions around the globe to take acti...
Can you imagine a world where 1 GB of email storage sounded like a prank? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what happened 20 years ago today, on April 1st, 2004! Google unveiled Gmail, and let's...
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