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 [...]

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: 

VibePines Makes Wearable MoCo Nostalgia

If Ya Know, Ya Know Nothing beats an outfit with lore. That’s why you still have 20 worn-out T-shirts from college. Meet Dan Howell, the man behind VibePines, a project that banks on Moore [...]

Moore County Stickers That are the Wheel Deal

I’d Hit That We don’t know if you’ve seen the forecast, but it calls for 100% chance of traffic cone. Now you can commemorate Moore County’s new official flower with fun [...]

If “Ride” Is Your Dog’s Favorite Word, Treat Them

It’s The Leash They Could Do Doggy daycare is about to get even cooler thanks to the Waggin’ Wagon. This modified school bus, brought to you by Cayce Lockett, picks up well-socialized [...]