It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

Student testing 

Triangle residents who are fans of thrills and themed attractions don't have to travel far to experience some of the best.

Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

At one time, the trek to Alaska was a monumental task. Today, cruise ships not only make the journey simple, but one replete with comfort and luxury.

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May 1st is May Day which is widely celebrated in Europe as the return of spring. The Tar Heel Traveler team captures spring closer to home, in colorful vibrant Raleigh.  

Tar Heel Traveler: May Day

Tar Heel Traveler: Mountains to Sea Trail

Tar Heel Traveler: Wake Forest Garden Club celebrates its 100th anniversary

Tar Heel Traveler: Bluebird houses

Tar Heel Traveler: Earth House

This weekend marks the 40th anniversary of the New Hope Valley Railway in Bonsal, and hundreds of people have bought tickets to ride the old train. Tar Heel Traveler captured a recent ride, four miles of historic track through the woods of Wake County, from Bonsal to New Hill and back. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Bonsal Train in southwestern Wake County

Tar Heel Traveler Bonsal Train in southwestern Wake County

Tar Heel Traveler: YUM!

Tar Heel Traveler: Lexington Barbecue

Tar Heel Traveler: The Country Barn

Homemade doughnuts

Tar Heel Traveler: Titanic post office

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This down-home restaurant in Middlesex opened in 1965, and the same family still runs it, led by Mama who at 92 still works every day and is especially known for her delicious desserts. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Stancil's Grill in Johnston County 

A couple from Pender County moved three old grain bins to their Rocky Point farm and transformed them into an AirBnb getaway: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, bar, and elegant accessories. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Grain bin Airbnb

Tar Heel Traveler: Grain bin AirBnb

Ann Harwell of Wendell is not a typical quilter. As she puts it, she draws pictures with her sewing machine. She also wins awards. Her colorful quilts hang on walls worldwide. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Artistic quilter

The solar eclipse was Monday, and for years a professional photographer from Fayetteville has made it his mission to travel the world capturing the best eclipse views with his camera. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Solar eclipse photographer

Franklinville is a classic diner in Randolph County, near Asheboro and the scenic Deep River. Once known for cotton and flour mills, it's now famous for sweet potato casserole and other delicious dishes.

Tar Heel Traveler Franklinville Diner in Randolph County

This bagel shop in north Raleigh is classic New York and celebrates its 20th anniversary from April 4 to April 6.

Tar Heel Traveler: New York Bagel & Deli

This small airport in Scotland County was once a sprawling military base, the largest of its kind in the world. The airport trained hang gliders to sneak up on enemy troops during World War II.  

Tar Heel Traveler: Laurinburg-Maxton Airport

Monday was April Fool's Day, and Bubba, a cat and internet sensation from Harnett County, is at it again.

Tar Heel Traveler: Bubba the World Famous Cat

Scott Mason tells the story of Phil Cox, a Rolesville man who builds wooden crosses.

Tar Heel Traveler: Rolesville man builds crosses

This hall-of-fame coach grew up in Kinston and lives in Goldsboro and won nine state baseball championships. A timely story with major-league-baseball-opening-day tomorrow.

Tar Heel Traveler: George Whitfield

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New rules unveiled by the state Department of Transportation Wednesday mandate automatic, transparent cash refunds for travelers met with flight disruptions, along with other benefits, ahead of the busy summer travel season.


New airline rules give cash, more benefits to flyers

American Airlines plane at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. 

Airplane shortage and record summer travel mean higher prices 

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Summer travel is expected to soar to record highs, but a potential shortage of planes looms on the horizon.