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Kecia Perkinson Joins Bill Stanley to Lead Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

Zachary Lunn Named Haw River State Park Superintendent

Cari Boyce Appointed Interim Executive Director of Roanoke Island Festival Park

Villa Named Interim Director of North Carolina Zoo

North Carolina Zoo Mourns the Passing of Director Pat Simmons

Dr. Craig Friend to Discuss New Book 'Becoming Lunsford Lane' on June 24 at N.C. Capitol

Exploring 250 Years of Freedom: K-12 Educators From Around the State Selected for the America 250 NC Teacher Fellowship

Nomination Deadline Extended for 2025 North Carolina Awards

The nomination period for the 2025 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, has been extended to April 15.Created by the General Assembly in 1961 and administered by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the award recognizes “notable accomplishments by North Carolina citizens” in the fields of literature, science, fine arts and public service.

Joseph Hiatt Named First Superintendent of Yellow Mountain State Natural Area

Joseph Hiatt has been promoted to park superintendent of Yellow Mountain State Natural Area in Avery and Mitchell counties, the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation announced. Hiatt is serving as the first park superintendent of the state natural area, which was previously managed by staff at Grandfather Mountain State Park.

Governor Josh Stein Announces Tar Heel Artists to Receive North Carolina Heritage Awards

Governor Josh Stein announced today that six traditional artists or groups will receive the 2025 North Carolina Heritage Awards for their lifetime contributions to the state’s cultural vitality. The N.C. Heritage Award is the state’s highest honor for traditional artists.