John Turner-McClelland's (unc112) Blog

The North Carolina State Fair is back in Raleigh from October 16–26, 2025, bringing 11 days of classic fair fun, agriculture exhibits, and, of course, deep-fried delights! Whether you're a long-time fairgoer or a first-timer, here are some highlights and tips for your visit. Key Attractions and E...

October is here! There's plenty to do in the Triad area of NC this month. You can find these fall events on a handy Google Map, as well as shop for homes nearby. Check out the fall festivals, Oktoberfest, and even a Barbecue Festival this month!

Here are all the fireworks and Independence Day festivals in the Piedmont Triad area of NC for 2025. Click the star on the map to take you to the local website for more info. 

US News and World Report recently released its Top 250 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025-2026 list. DFW suburbs Flower Mound, Mansfield, Frisco, and McKinney rank in the top 40.Flower Mound TX ranks number 14 in the Best Places to Live and number 8 in the Best Small Cities to Live. Mansfield ...

US News and World Report recently released its Top 250 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025-2026 list. Not surprisingly, 2 of the fastest growing towns in North Carolina made the top 10.Apex NC ranks number 7 on the list. Cary NC ranks number 5 on the list. Both are suburbs located in the Triang...

Unlike the usual paint-by-numbers activities, these summer crafts featured on TikTok are creative, adaptable, and a lot of fun. Here are some great seasonal ideas to try, along with some pointers on how to make each one even better.Create Unexpected Works of ArtHow do you tap into your creative s...

LGBTQ+ Pride festival and parade season is almost here for 2025! You can find festival events starting out with some prom dances in May, and festivals through out June through October in both North Carolina and South Carolina.We're leaving it up to our friends at OutCarolinas to provide the LGBTQ...

Plano, Texas, is more than just a city; it's a place you want to visit. Plano is well-known for its great schools, bustling business scene, and fantastic quality of life. It really combines that cozy suburban feel with the perks of city living. If you're looking for the best in comfort, style, an...

Hop on over to your local Easter egg hunt event in Greensboro and surrounding cities. Some of these begin as early as the last week in March, and go well into April up until Easter. How do you find them? You check out our handy Google Map.  

If you are looking for January 2025 real estate market updates for some of the most populous counties in NC, then you've come to right place.You can get real estate market updates for Guilford, Forsyth, and Rockingham counties in the Triad at the link.You can get real estate market updates for Al...