Oldest elephant at NC Zoo learns yoga
ASHEBORO, NC — The oldest male African elephant in the country lives at the North Carolina Zoo. Cesar came to the zoo when he was just four years old. Now he’s 46. Zookeepers noticed his age was…
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Posts From: March 2021
336 BIZ: Asheboro brewery strives to bring the North Carolina community together
ASHEBORO, NC — If you're a beer lover in the Piedmont Triad, there's a good chance you've tried award-winning beer from Four Saints Brewing Company. The brewery is located in the heart of Asheboro…
Read MoreExplore 30 Miles of Handmade Pottery
by Andrea Nordstrom Caughey Crafts of all types have enjoyed a recent resurgence, especially pottery. The South is home to one of the country’s most famous and deep-rooted centers for potters and…
Read MoreTake the Kids: Go on a 'snorin' safari' during this new overnight program at the North Carolina Zoo
By Tara Lynn ASHEBORO, NC — Imagine waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of elephants in the distance. You’re not in Africa, but you are in the Africa section of the world’s largest…
Read MoreIm getting a bunny following: Seagrove woman makes popular rabbit sculptures
SEAGROVE, NC — Potter Bobbie Thomas is becoming well known for her rabbit sculptures. “I’m getting a bunny following,” said Thomas, who started out working with clay as a hobby before turning it into…
Read MoreCelebration of Spring Pottery Tour
Seagrove, NC - The Celebration of Spring Pottery Tour takes place on the weekend of April 16, 17, and 18, 2021, from 10 am to 5 pm. This special 13 th annual event is a self-guided tour of individual…
Read MoreNorth Carolina farms open for spring events
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — North Carolina farms across the state will have plenty of outdoor experiences and local food options this spring as they open their gates to welcome visitors. Farms are offering…
Read MoreRide an animal around the North Carolina Zoo? Now you can!
ASHEBORO, NC — If you’ve ever wanted to ride an animal at the North Carolina Zoo, you’re in luck–sort of. The North Carolina Zoo is now offering Rydables, motorized animal buggies that you can ride…
Read MoreNC Zoo animals become stars for National Geographic
By Shannon Smith - ASHEBORO, NC — The animals at the North Carolina Zoo are once again becoming stars for National Geographic. Dozens of endangered animals from sand cats to snakes are being featured…
Read MoreRoaring Good Fun in Randolph County
By Jodi Werner Greenwald If you drop a pin toward the center of a North Carolina map, you'll land on Randolph County, a region ripe with adventure. The city of Asheboro is best known for the North…
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