PBS North Carolina

Our studio was entranced by Shirlette Ammons' powerful performance, fueled by emotion and social commentary. Her dynamic balance of hip-hop, spoken word and soul resonated deeply with us all. Stay tuned for this performance and more on Shaped by Sound, premiering in 2025, made possible through support from Come Hear North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

The Outer Banks-based Twiddy & Company | Outer Banks Rental Management navigated the COVID lockdown so successfully that Harvard Business School made them a case study. Clark Twiddy, who is at the helm of the family-owned business, discusses how it continues to make strides with its business model. Watch Side by Side Tuesdays at 7 PM on PBS NC and streaming on the PBS app.

PBS North Carolina celebrates the Cherokee and all Indigenous Peoples in honor of Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, a time to honor the cultures, histories and contributions of Indigenous communities.

Blue Cactus dressed the part for their dreamy performance in our studio. We were absolutely floating listening to the eclectic soundscapes from this North Carolina duo who blends multiple genres to create "Dream Country." Stay tuned for this performance and more on Shaped by Sound, premiering in 2025, made possible through support from Come Hear North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Brian Custer realized broadcast journalism was what he had to do after watching “Nightline” with his grandmother. He worked his way to becoming on-air talent on ESPN but then received a cancer diagnosis from his doctor. Custer shares what he learned on his journey. Watch Side by Side Tuesdays at 7 PM on PBS NC and streaming on the PBS app.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the veterans who work for PBS North Carolina for their service and for generously sharing their talents with our diverse North Carolina communities, spanning from the coast to the mountains. Their commitment and expertise enrich our mission and the lives of those we touch. Happy Veterans Day, from all of us at PBS North Carolina.

Lee H. Roberts, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's 13th chancellor, discusses his experience, how he has navigated his new role and the future of higher education with David Crabtree, PBS North Carolina’s CEO. Watch Focus On: Lee H. Roberts on Monday, November 11 at 7 PM on PBS NC and streaming on the PBS app.

This Veterans Day weekend, PBS North Carolina shares inspiring stories of courage, sacrifice and dedication. Explore these shows and meet the veterans who contribute their remarkable talents behind the scenes below.

Discover the story of the deadly 1898 race massacre and coup d’état in Wilmington, North Carolina, when white supremacists overthrew the multi-racial government of the state’s largest city at the the turn of the 20th century. Watch American Coup: Wilmington 1898 on American Experience PBS, co-produced with PBS North Carolina and 371 Productions, on Tuesday, November 12 at 9 PM on PBS NC and streaming on the PBS app.

Before becoming the head of Speedway Motorsports, Marcus Smith got a ground-level view of his father’s business through hands-on experiences like mowing grass and selling tickets. Now with racetracks across the country, from Charlotte, NC, to Texas and New Hampshire, the company is integral to NASCAR and the future of motorsports. Watch Side by Side streaming on the PBS app or on PBS NC Wednesday, Nov 6 at 5 PM.