Year of North Carolina'. In an effort to celebrate the state's character, lawmakers decided to celebrate all existing state ...

The flowering dogwood carries a powerful history and a rich connection to the region, embodying resilience and grace that mirror North Carolina's spirit. The world's largest known flowering ...

Lawmakers said the Moravian star would also honor the positive impact the Moravians have had on North Carolina’s culture. Check out other North Carolina state symbols here.

The state House voted Wednesday to add an official state TV show to North Carolina's long list of state symbols. Lawmakers chose "The Andy Griffith Show" for the honor. The 1960s show is set in ...