Cover of the 'A Very Orange County, NC Gift Guide

Make your list, check it twice, and find something for everyone on it, right here in the shops, boutiques, and galleries of Orange County!

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Susan Rice
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Susan Rice

Susan Rice recently retired (2024) from Orange County after 20 years of service, during which she first worked with Animal Services and then represented the Visitors Bureau as the Welcome Center Coordinator since March 2008. 

Visit Historic Places in Orange County, North Carolina

National Historic Preservation Month, celebrated in May, was established in 1973 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to “promote historic preservation and community pride in local heritage sites.” Orange County, North Carolina founded in 1752, has a rich history in all three towns of…

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Summertime is Outdoor Dining in Chapel Hill & Orange County

WE WELCOME the long, sultry nights of summer and what a wonderful time to enjoy dining alfresco! Take the opportunity to meet up with family and friends to try out that new restaurant you’ve been meaning to visit or enjoy old favorites. Many Orange County restaurants offer outdoor seating, so come…

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Paws in Orange County, NC

Paws in Orange County, NC In Orange County we love our pets. But they are much more than pets, they’re members of the family. There are plenty of activities where you can find pets and their owners…

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