The Heart of NC Insider

Murals in the Heart of NC

Art in the Heart: Murals in Randolph County Vibrant Streets Randolph County holds a collection of beautiful murals that adorn the buildings with beautiful colors. We at the Heart of North Carolina wanted to share each and every one of these magnificent pieces with you! Maybe you can check them out…

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Downtown Asheboro Dining

Pull up a chair and find the perfect places to eat in Downtown Asheboro, North Carolina. Don Simmons at Magnolia 23 Dining The restaurant scene in Downtown Asheboro is hopping, expect to wait for a table on weekend nights. Cardinal & Pine covered four restaurants for their readers, including…

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A Day in the Heart of NC

The Outskirts Nestled in the outskirts of both Charlotte and Raleigh lays a county full of potential. Randolph County is one for all people and all ages. With countless hours of fun that lay across the county, your journey awaits in the Heart of North Carolina. Although there are so many great…

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Raising It in Randolph: How Trinity Became the Birthplace of Duke University

Original Brown’s Schoolhouse Building January 12 th , 1841 Building Beginnings             Brown’s Schoolhouse was its first name. The second was Union Institute Academy. Then Normal College. Then Trinity College, and finally, Duke University. Duke University sounds familiar as it is famous for a variety of things and is known to be a prestigious institution. However, when we look back through those names again, one may also sound a little familiar, Trinity. …

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Best Patio Dining in the Heart of North Carolina

Fresh Air in Randolph County As temperatures warm into the next season, the best seat in the house is often outdoors. We have a few suggestions of local dining options with patios that welcome guests to have an al fresco experience in the Heart of North Carolina. Asheboro Don Julio Cocina…

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