Links and Resources:North Carolina State Fair Tobacco Stringing Contest – NC Department of Agriculture blog post on the contest’s history and significancedeepfried.ncstatefair.orgdeepfried.ncstatefair.org

“From Field to Fair: the ‘Commissioner’s tobacco’ gets special treatment” – Article on how a dedicated tobacco crop is grown for the State Fair’s stringing contestblog.ncagr.govblog.ncagr.gov.

Ph.D. Student Maggie Short: Looping Back to Tobacco – NC State University story featuring Pat Short and his daughter on preserving tobacco heritagecals.ncsu.educals.ncsu.edu.

Annual State Fair tobacco looping contest press release – NCDA&CS press release (Oct 2025) with background on the contest and the tradition of tobacco curingncagr.govncagr.gov.

Deep Fried Blog – Tobacco barn turns 20 – State Fair blog describing the contest’s community atmosphere and champion teamsdeepfried.ncstatefair.orgdeepfried.ncstatefair.org.

Learn more at: ststanspolishfestival.org.

Scott talks about the challenges of running a business, the impact of the pandemic on his catering and food truck ventures, and the power of faith and community in overcoming obstacles. As he redefines soul food with his creative dishes, Corey remains rooted in his beginnings and committed to building a space where customers become family.

Produced by audio contributor Nick Szuberla

Artwork by Day Camposeco

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On Thyme Restaurant is located at 918 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401.

Hosted by Akshay Gokul, this episode dives into the Coastal Healing Project, an initiative in Carteret County empowering local youth through art, storytelling, and media. Our guest, Sarah Sloan, co-director/founder of the project, shares how this program is transforming lives by giving young people the tools to shape their narratives. Hear from poet Jaelah Vann, one of the talented youth participants, whose work captures the essence of life in Beaufort. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and creativity of our coastal communities.

TALIB KWELI LIVE IN CONCERT: FEATURING SKYZOO + LANDON WORDSWELL

Fresh off the heels of 50 years of hip-hop and the first annual 3 Chambers Festival, 3 Chambers presents Talib Kweli Live in Concert featuring Skyzoo, Landon Wordswell and Trvy & The Enemy. Also performing live is Wilmington’s own S. Dot Lee. Hosted by Coast 97.3 FM’s DJ Bigg B.

Join us for a historic night of hip-hop at Waterline Brewing Company in Wilmington, North Carolina on Monday, July 22. Doors open at 7 PM. Show starts at 8 PM.  This is an outdoor event.

Early Bird Tickets: SOLD OUT General Advance Tickets: $30 Tickets at the Door: $40

RAIN DATE: JULY 29TH

LOCATION

Waterline Brewing Co., 28401

Featuring filmmaker, poet, and organizer Ricki Nelson

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Ricki Nelson, a Wilmington native, UNCW graduate, and reigning Miss Black North Carolina USA, is having an amazing year.  Her film “I Am Not Your Black Girl” recently won a film festival and her TikTok community is continuing to grow.  She sat down with Somewhere & Elsewhere to talk about her work including the launch of her organization Black Creatives Social Club.

Featuring filmmaker and producer Dru Richards

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Somewhere and Elsewhere sits down with Wilmington independent filmmaker Dru Richards.  Richards describes has journey to picking up the camera and how he sustains himself creating work.

Featuring artist and producer Regina McLeod

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Regina McLeod is a longtime artist and producer working in coastal North Carolina and nationally.  Her company, Cleod Nine Productions is currently producing Shakin’ the Mess Outta Misery, a play by Shay Youngblood.  Terrill and Kevin sit down in the Shoresides studios to learn about McLeod background and recent proejcts.

Learn more about Theatre for All and how to get involved.

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