Aberdeen Gets Seedy’s

Aberdeen Gets Seedy(s) That’s right, Seedy’s Plants now has an official brick and mortar on the edge of downtown Aberdeen. Owner Rachel Turecamo first opened Seedy’s out of [...]

Frozen Cocktails for Patio Drinking Season

Get an Umbrella Drank  It’s officially drinks on the patio season and Poplar Place is leveling up the game. Out back Thursday through Sunday, you can enjoy the tiki bar that will be [...]

The Nectary Sweetens Vass with Taste of Europe

From Flowers to Flour The Nectary is close to opening its new location at 121 Bank St. in Vass. Brought to you by Mary Garrison, who also owns Willabee in downtown Southern Pines, the bakery is [...]

Catching Up With Julia Golden After “The Voice”

The Show Goes On Julia Golden’s time on The Voice came to a close Monday night during a battle round, where two contestants sing the same song, together, competing to advance to the next round. [...]

Confidence Captured with Lifestyle Boudoir Photog

Intimate, Not Intimidating Meet Holly O’Donnell (left), a local photog who does it all from family photos to branding to her personal favorite, boudoir. “Empowering women has always [...]

Stage a Yard Intervention with Trim Time Lawn & Garden

If your weeds are already threatening to form their own HOA, turn your lawn’s cry for help into a makeover montage with the help of Trim Time Lawn & Garden. This family-owned garden [...]

In Queso You Didn’t Know: Santo Pecado is Finally Open

New Chips and Margs Spot Unlocked After three years of suspense, Santo Pecado, a Mexican restaurant next to Hickory Tavern, has finally opened its doors. Owner Juan Ayala also runs Don Julio in [...]

St. Patrick’s Festivities in The Pines 2026

IF YOU’RE IN A PINCH, HERE’S HOW TO CELEBRATE A Pot of Gold Awaits Saturday, March 14, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.: Gold coins from Rec Room are plentiful during its St. Patrick’s Day [...]

Her Class Is Glass: Meet Diane Flanegan

Her Class is Glass Stained glass, that is. Diane Flanegan started making stained glass art about 35 years ago, a hobby she found “life-changing” during her career as a social [...]

Green Drinks to Sip on St. Paddy’s

Quench Yer Thirst The weekend may be over but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday, like sipping on a green beverage. Here are six to try: 

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