On this day in North Carolina History, “Wartime gasoline rationing goes into effect in North Carolina and 16 other Eastern states. The maximum purchase per week: three gallons.” (1942) Source:

On this day in North Carolina History, “At the urging of Governor Locke Craig, the legislature authorizes purchasing land for North Carolina’s first state park. Mount Mitchell State Park includes

On this day in North Carolina History, “The state’s first library opens in Durham.” (1898) Source: Powell, L. (1996). On This Day in North Carolina History.Winston-Salem, North Carolina: John F.

On this day in North Carolina History, “The lowest temperature ever recorded in North Carolina: minus 34 degrees on Mount Mitchell.” (1985) Source: Powell, L. (1996). On This Day in