Mocking birds get their name honestly – they can repeat all sorts of sounds, from creaking gates opening to dogs and sirens.

Washington, North Carolina (fondly called “Little Washington” to distinguish it from D.C.) provides the perfect family-friendly backdrop for your Elmwood adventure.

“The Book of Flaco: The World’s Most Famous Bird” by David Gessner tells the story of Flaco, the Eurasian eagle-owl who, after 13 years confinement, escaped from Central Park Zoo on February 2, 2023, ...

Wide sandy beaches ideal for sunbathing, swimming or surfing, shell collecting or just kicking back and relaxing await ...

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.

Rising women's college basketball star Oluchi Okananwa has a bunch of potential high-caliber suitors seeking to secure her services for the 2025-26 season.

WNBA Draft on Monday saw star Paige Bueckers go No. 1 to the Dallas Wings. USA TODAY Sports provided draft pick updates, ...

Disappearing salamander tails and invisible Venus flytraps? Hidden NC ID details, plus information on REAL ID requirements ...

The village of Chimney Rock was badly flooded by the Rocky Broad River after the remnants of Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina. Zach McCormack Chimney Rock State Park will reopen this ...