The iconic 1960s sitcom with ties to Mount Airy could become one of North Carolina’s dozens of state symbols if NC House Bill 557 is passed.

A draft bill in the NC House calls the Mayberry TV classic a “must-see” for its positive character values and awareness of North Carolina.

An iconic television show synonymous with North Carolina’s cultural fabric continues to resonate with its citizens decades later. Now a house bill wants to make 'The Andy Griffith Show' the state's ...

In floor debates over NC-centric favorites, however, expect fierce debate from the “Dawson’s Creek” contingent. But with Andy Griffith starring as the show’s protagonist, and his hometown ...