In Western North Carolina, rockhounds have plenty of opportunities to dig for gems, if they don’t mind getting a little dirty, and maybe a little wet.

EMERALD ISLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The Emerald Isle Fishing Tournament is giving back to their community. Organizers with the tournament have arranged to award scholarships of $3,000 to six seniors ...

“Pecan Tree Inn is a short walk to downtown shopping, dining, and museums ... Emerald Isle is my favorite restaurant to get seafood,” says Farrington. The menu features all kinds of North ...

All you need to do is book a trip to Emerald Isle, a laid-back beach town and popular vacation spot on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast. The water off the coast of Emerald Isle doesn’t have the ...

Beaufort is a cute coastal town just south of the Outer Banks on the Crystal Coast, and while it’s often overshadowed by more popular destinations nearby like Atlantic Beach or Emerald Isle ... The ...

The publication highlighted the Volusia coastal town's surf culture, best surfing spots and more. Here's what a New Smyrna ...

Due to the ongoing snow and ice conditions, the Town of Emerald Isle has extended ... Personnel will continue operations. The North Carolina Maritime Museums will remain closed due to poor travel ...

So, I’ve rounded up this list of the absolute best things to do in North Carolina! From exploring nature and visiting ... The Pine Knoll Shores branch is located along Emerald Isle and is perfect for ...

Julia Wax, a North Carolina native and the owner of Emerald Isle Realty, may call this beach ... a visit to the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center is a must; it’s an authentic portal ...

It’s not just the land—it’s the heart of Ireland itself, a true emerald in the Atlantic. Now that you know the science, next time someone asks you why Ireland is so green, you can impress ...

This house is in the heart of the city that served as North Carolina’s capital from 1770 ... Driving to the beaches of Emerald Isle or Morehead City takes about an hour. Wilmington and the ...