The state House voted Wednesday to add an official state TV show to North Carolina's long list of state symbols. Lawmakers ...

The history of state flags is important when understanding them. However, the symbolism is equally important. Since North Carolina still uses the 1991 redesign, taking a look into its symbols and ...

The Moravian star, well-known to the Winston-Salem community and Old Salem, could soon become the official state star.

North Carolina elementary school students learn about state symbols in fourth grade. There are quite a range of them already, but not a star nor a cookie. You can read my 2023 coverage of the ...

The decision now rests with lawmakers, who will decide if “Raise Up” will take its place among North Carolina’s official state symbols.

If enacted, the Moravian cookie will join other state symbols, such as the dogwood flower and the cardinal bird, in representing North Carolina's rich heritage.

The iconic 1960s sitcom with ties to Mount Airy could become one of North Carolina’s dozens of state symbols if NC House Bill 557 is passed.