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This Just In: Resistance Is Not Futile

Posted by Jean Bolduc | May 29, 2025 | Columns, This Just In, Town Square

This Just In – I used to work with someone very similar to our current president. Insecure, poorly...

Little Big Moments: River Gifts

Posted by Andrew Taylor-Troutman | May 29, 2025 | Columns, Little Big Moments, Town Square

Last Saturday was my wife’s birthday, and we left the kids at home with her in-laws. For her present, Ginny and I rented a tandem kayak for a group paddle on the Haw River in Saxapahaw. Our cheerful guide informed us that the boat was known as the “divorce kayak.” O ye of little faith!

Holding Court: UNC Chases Elusive Baseball Crown, Embraces NCAA Title Standard

Posted by David Glenn | May 28, 2025 | Columns, Holding Court With David Glenn, Sports, Town Square

When Scott Forbes holds the first team meeting for his North Carolina baseball players each year, he lists the national championship among the group’s most prominent goals.

Exploring Your Creative Genius: Open-ended Exploration

Posted by Carl Nordgren | May 28, 2025 | Columns, Exploring Your Creative Genius, Town Square

I did something a little differently with last week’s show. I had a starting point and then let the thoughts I had in the moment drive the next bit of content.

One on One: Language and Life on Ocracoke

Posted by D.G. Martin | May 26, 2025 | Columns, D.G. Martin, Town Square

Are you a dingbatter? This word is used by local people in Ocracoke, referring to the crowds of...

Your Neighbor: Grown-Up Bars

Posted by Staff | May 23, 2025 | Columns, Town Square, Your Neighbor

Bowbarr, on West Rosemary Street, closed after fifteen years. It had been a key spot on the list of “grown-up” bars that I’d been collecting since my retirement in 2019. Let me explain.

This Just In: A Pause to Remember

Posted by Jean Bolduc | May 22, 2025 | Columns, This Just In, Town Square

This Just In – Memorial Day is much more than the unofficial kickoff of our collective summer...

Little Big Moments: Stories to Drink

Posted by Andrew Taylor-Troutman | May 22, 2025 | Columns, Little Big Moments, Town Square

I’m excited for Memorial Day and the time off work. The pool is open, and my kids can swim on...

Holding Court: Examining Hurricanes’ Latest NHL ‘Final Four’ Trip

Posted by David Glenn | May 21, 2025 | Columns, Holding Court With David Glenn, Sports, Town Square

Here are four key questions and answers as the Carolina Hurricanes compete in the “Final Four,” or the Eastern Conference finals of the 2025 National Hockey League playoffs, and battle the Florida Panthers in a best-of-seven clash.

Exploring Your Creative Genius: Get Used To It

Posted by Carl Nordgren | May 21, 2025 | Columns, Exploring Your Creative Genius, Town Square

One of the great things about showing up, intentionally, as a creative person is that people treat me as a creative person. Others’ expectations have influence on my choices, helping me be who and how I want to be.

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