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Hometown Smash serves up spectacular smashed burgers in the Triad

LEXINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — Smashed burgers are all the rage right now, but one Piedmont Triad food truck is making waves in its own unique way. Based in Lexington, Hometown Smash is serving up all-fresh. never-frozen patties with unique and creative recipes, with monthly specials. Previous specials include a burger with North Carolina staples such […]

Lexington, NC · 12h

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The Massive North Carolina Thrift Store Where $30 Buys You An Entire Cart Full Of Treasures

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when you push an empty shopping cart into a store and somehow leave with it completely full for less than the cost of a fancy dinner. That’s the exact experience waiting for you at Mega Thrift on Clemmonsville Rd in Winston-Salem,...

Winston-Salem, NC · 5d
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This North Carolina Kitchen Serves Southern Fried Chicken And Cornbread In A Homey Dining Room

A retired battery plant supervisor opened a North Carolina restaurant. Its fried chicken has since made a national list of America’s 75 best, more than once. Talk about a second act. The recipes go back generations in one family. A national magazine later named it the best place to...

Asheboro, NC · 1d
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Lexington, North Carolina Built a Barbecue Style Around Pork Shoulder and Red Slaw. 6 Places to Eat It

North Carolina has two main barbecue traditions. In the eastern part of the state, cooks smoke the whole hog and...

Lexington, NC · 1d

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Weekender: 31+ Events in Winston-Salem this Weekend, including Ardmore Art Walk, Drinks @ Dusk, and TOAST

Making weekend plans? Check out these 31+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (November 5-8), including Ardmore Art Walk, Drinks @ Dusk, and TOAST!. Don’t forget to look at our live music guide — it’s updated weekly. Thursday, November 5. Mom-Jong Night – Join The Mom Walk Collective...

Winston-Salem, NC · 2d

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Generations Of Families Have Grown Up Eating Pit-Cooked Barbecue At Barbecue Center In Lexington, North Carolina

Some towns are known for a festival, and some are known for a single dish. Lexington, North Carolina, has built its name on pit-cooked pork, and one modest spot on the north side of town has been feeding local families through grandparents, parents, and kids alike. People who grew up...

Lexington, NC · 9h

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Mount Airy’s Main Street Still Feels Like Mayberry, And Here’s Where To Eat There

Mount Airy is the North Carolina town that helped inspire Mayberry, and its Main Street still plays the part well. Old storefronts line the sidewalks, people stroll between shops, and lunch counters still serve plates that cost less than you might expect. The best part of a trip here is...

Mt Airy, NC · 3d

FOX8 News

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Why are the elephants at the North Carolina Zoo orange?

ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — If you’ve ever taken a trip to the North Carolina Zoo, you may be questioning the unusual color of the elephants. In this week’s Zoo Filez, FOX8’s Shannon Smith learns how the zoo’s elephants get their unique orange color.

Asheboro, NC · 12h

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New tenant coming to empty lot on US 64

ASHEBORO — If you’re a connoisseur of chicken salad, you could be in for a treat: Chicken Salad Chick, a national franchise, is coming to Asheboro in the spring of 2027. Ariel Umphenour of Piedmont Restaurant Group in Greensboro confirmed that her organization will be a franchisee of Chicken Salad Chick in Asheboro.

Asheboro, NC · 3d

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7 Christmas Light Towns North Carolinians Drive Hours to See

Tanglewood Park’s Festival of Lights in Clemmons opens Nov. 13, just a week away. Other North Carolina light towns open later, so it pays to plan your drives. Here are the Christmas light towns North Carolinians drive hours to see. 1. McAdenville. McAdenville’s Christmas Town USA display runs December...

North Carolina · 8h

FOX8 News

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Holiday Market arrives at Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center this weekend

(WGHP) — The holiday season has arrived in the Piedmont Triad! This weekend, the Greensboro Coliseum Complex is kicking off this festive time of year with a Holiday Market at the Special Events Center, located at 1921 W. Gate City Boulevard. “It’s just a wonderful event with so many things for gift-giving, for decorating, for […]

Greensboro, NC · 1d

The Mount Airy News

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Plans for Christmas parade unfold

The annual Mount Airy Christmas Parade on Nov. 21 will feature the usual holiday floats, marching groups and sparkling lights, but also the added attractions of Jeff and Sheri Easter and a first-ever “sensory-friendly area.” The Easters, who lead a popular Southern gospel group and have ties to the legendary Easter Brothers locally, will serve as grand marshals for the parade scheduled for 5 p.m. that day through the downtown area. Meanwhile, a special area will be designated along the procession route to accommodate onlookers who are sensitive to loud noises. “Because we’ve had a few complaints about the sirens and everything,” Gail Hiatt of the sponsoring Downtown Business Association said of the sounds emanating from public safety vehicles in the parade along with horns and other loud noises. “We’ve never done this before,” Hiatt added regarding the quiet zone. Applications available The Christmas parade typically includes elaborate floats by local businesses, high school marching bands, fire trucks, unique vehicles, festive costumed characters, community organizations, sports teams, churches, local elected officials and others. And, of course, more than a few pieces of candy and other goodies will be tossed out by those riding in the parade. It is considered the

Mt Airy, NC · 1d

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FanFare: Highway to the Holidays

I’m still picking through leftover Halloween candy, but Thanksgiving and Christmas are already in sight. We’re on the highway to the holiday season. Christmas trees have been sprouting up in stores, and retailers are more than ready to help you stimulate the economy. Two annual holiday traditions return to our region over the next week, and you can read about them near the bottom of this edition of FanFare. Along the way, you’ll also find plays, operas, a little bit of magic, and a lot of concerts, including WDAV’s next Small Batch event!

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Salisbury Post

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Salisbury native vies for National Top Host honors

SALISBURY — Rufus Hobson III, host and executive producer of the internationally syndicated The RH3 Show, is competing in the national Top Host 2026 competition, a search for an emerging […]

Salisbury, NC · 3d

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Lee Jeans Sale Closes, Greensboro HQ and Mocksville Plant to Stay Put

Lee jeans has officially changed hands, with Kontoor Brands confirming it has completed the sale of the 137-year-old denim label to Authentic Brands Group, while the brand's Greensboro headquarters and Mocksville distribution center remain in place under new day-to-day management. A New Operator Steps In. Kontoor Brands announced that it...

Greensboro, NC · 13h

FOX8 News

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Winston-Salem’s Mi Pueblo gets creative with nachos

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Nachos are a favorite food around the world. They can be an appetizer, snack, full meal or even a dessert. On Friday, Nov. 6, we celebrate National Nacho Day. Shannon Smith stopped by Mi Pueblo in Winston-Salem to learn five ways to make nachos and chow down.

Winston-Salem, NC · 2d

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Yanceyville Food Lion Celebrates Remodel With Ribbon-Cutting

Food Lion announced a more than $270 million investment across 94 stores in Greater Greensboro and the Triad, including Yanceyville, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to the region while delivering an improved shopping experience for customers. Inspired by associate and customer feedback, the enhancements are designed to create an easy, fresh...

Yanceyville, NC · 1d

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Preparing a Greensboro, North Carolina Home for Sale: Smart Repairs That Matter

THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Preparing a Greensboro home for sale can feel overwhelming when the to-do list includes a tired roof, sticky windows, aging carpet, or a crawl space that has seen better days. Before putting money into every visible flaw,...

Greensboro, NC · 2d

Salisbury Post

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On your mark: 5K celebration culminates Girls on the Run program

SALISBURY — It’s time to lace up the running shoes. For years, the Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont has held its community 5K at Salisbury Community Park, and on […]

Salisbury, NC · 1d