On a recent spring morning in Asheville, our editor in chief reflected on the mountains' beauty during the season of awakening.
North Carolina, Naturally: Carnivorous Plants
04/15/2026 | 5 mins.
North Carolina is home to more than half of the nation's meat-hungry plants. In the Sandhills Gameland, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice learns more about how these green assassins survive — and thrive — across our state's landscapes.
Ramblin' Man: Stars and Songbirds
04/15/2026 | 8 mins.
From sunset to dawn, avian travelers cross North Carolina's skies at night, leaving behind a trail of fleeting chirps and trills that mesmerize Our State contributor T. Edward Nickens.
A Taste of Our State: Carolina Sodas
04/15/2026 | 6 mins.
Poured from pharmacy taps and chilled in icy chests, North Carolina soft drinks have long sweetened memories and sparked a legacy of local pride.
Hidden History: Old Heidelberg
04/15/2026 | 11 mins.
In 1917, the town of Hot Springs, North Carolina, transformed into a shared landscape of craftsmanship and culture after 2,000 German officers, sailors, and civilians carved out a community along the banks of the French Broad River.
Listen as the pages of the magazine come to life in the Storytellers podcast, a new series featuring the voices of six Our State writers, including Editor in Chief Elizabeth Hudson. Each podcast episode features a writer reading their column aloud, allowing each distinct voice to shine. You can experience Our State wherever you go — in the car, on your walk, or while cooking dinner.
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