WT – Wilsonian

This story appears in the winter issue of Wilsonian. Sometimes, the greatest holiday gift is not what you find for someone on your gift list … it’s the experience given to you, the shopper. Whether it’s personal gift-wrapping, wish lists kept in the store, personal shopping or customized gift baskets, there are many locally-owned businesses that can make what is […]

This story appears in the winter issue of Wilsonian. About a decade ago, designer Tonya Shepard Sorenson spoke with store owner William Culbreth Spivey about collaborating for Christmas. “He didn’t know who I was or anything,” Sorenson said. Sorenson started coming in making a few wreaths and some bows. Their professional relationship blossomed. Now, the two work together to offer […]

This story was published in the fall issue of Wilsonian. Jackson Pridgen knew from personal experience that if he built it, they would come. Indeed, the recent Fike High’s graduate Eagle Scout Service Project for his Boy Scout Troop 89 — an official wall ball court — has been a hit since its debut at Gillette Baseball Complex earlier this […]

This story was first published in the fall issue of Wilsonian. Ray’s Drive In near Wiggins Mill is unassuming from the outside. The checkered sign at the front entrance boasting “good ol’ home style country cooking” is a bashful testimonial that only scratches the surface of what this local spot has to offer. “I usually come out here every day […]

This story was first published in the fall issue of Wilsonian. The Pink Ladies group has had a long history of helping breast cancer patients in the Wilson community. “There’s a lot of people out there in need,” said Beth Rhyne, Pink Ladies board president. The nonprofit has been a lifeline for so many as they navigate the ups and […]

This story was first published in the fall issue of Wilsonian. It is Saturday night and there is a good vibe at The Porch at Iconostar. People are tapping their toes or dancing to the live music while others enjoy drinks and conversation with friends. Around back, children are putting on a plateau of soft artificial grass, and families are […]

This story is in the fall issue of Wilsonian. For many families in eastern North Carolina, and beyond, fall means a trip — or more than one — to Deans Farm Market during the farm’s annual Fall Fest weekends through Oct. 27. “Some families visit us every weekend during hayride season,” said Courtney Sharp, farm operator and educator. “They spend […]