Ryan Pitkin is a writer and editor based in Charlotte, where he runs an alternative weekly newspaper called Queen City Nerve. He is also editor of NoDa News, a community newsletter in the neighborhood where he has lived for 15 years.
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10 notable Olympians from North Carolina (5 past and 5 present)
Check out the stories behind 10 Olympians from North Carolina: Five greats of years past and five who hope to make their mark at this year’s competition.
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Stand-up paddleboarding at Lake James State Park: What to know
Stand-up paddleboarding is one of the best ways to explore any body of water. Here’s what to know if you want to give it a try at Lake James State Park.
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9 North Carolina ice cream shops that offer unique flavors
Break out from the chocolate and vanilla to cool off in style this summer. Here are nine ice cream shops in Carolina that offer funky flavors.
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Where to watch fireworks in North Carolina on the Fourth of July
These 12 fireworks shows put on the most dazzling displays in North Carolina this Fourth of July weekend.
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10 best affordable golf courses in North Carolina
Here are 10 affordable golf courses around North Carolina where you can get 18 in on the cheap.
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10 ways to observe Juneteenth in Charlotte
Here are 10 ways to celebrate freedom, resilience, and community on Juneteenth in the Charlotte area.
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8 LGBTQ-owned NC businesses to support this Pride Month
North Carolina is for everybody. Here are 8 LGBTQ-owned NC businesses that deserve your patronage in June and beyond.
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10 quirky summer festivals coming to North Carolina
Let’s get weird with 10 summer festivals in North Carolina that go beyond music and barbecue.
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10 ways to celebrate the summer solstice across North Carolina
Discover 10 ways to celebrate the summer solstice in creative ways throughout North Carolina.
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Food Lion: 8 fun facts about NC’s famous supermarket chain
From Food Town to Bloom and back, Food Lion’s history is marked with plenty of twists and turns. Here’s what you need to know about Food Lion.
