David Klien

Sunday, July 20, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1838, playwright and theatrical manager Augustin Daly was born in Plymouth, North Carolina. He lived most of his life in … Continue reading Sunday, July 20, 2025

Saturday, July 19, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1779, the North Carolina Brigade, which included the 1st North Carolina Regiment, was reassigned to the Highlands Department and then, … Continue reading Saturday, July 19, 2025

Sunday, July 13, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1937, Vernon Rudolph opened the first Krispy Kreme shop in Winston-Salem, using a secret recipe for yeast-raised doughnuts, which is … Continue reading Sunday, July 13, 2025

Saturday, July 12, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1996, Hurricane Bertha made landfall in southeastern North Carolina as a Category 2 hurricane with 116-mph winds at the Frying … Continue reading Saturday, July 12, 2025

Sunday, June 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1910, American baseball player Burgess Whitehead was born in Tarboro. A second baseman who played for the St. Louis Cardinals, … Continue reading Sunday, June 29, 2025

Saturday, June 28, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1931, American auto racer Robert Glenn “Junior” Johnson was born in Wilkes County. Considered one of the most influential drivers … Continue reading Saturday, June 28, 2025

Sunday, June 22, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1961, the General Assembly established the North Carolina Awards, considered the state’s highest civilian honor. Since its inception, 250 notable … Continue reading Sunday, June 22, 2025

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1963, the North Carolina General Assembly established the North Carolina School of the Arts with a $325,000 appropriation, offering programs … Continue reading Saturday, June 21, 2025

Sunday, June 15, 2025 Happy Father’s Day! On this day in 1970, the Land of Oz theme park opened on Beech Mountain in Avery County. Based on The Wizard of Oz … Continue reading Sunday, June 15, 2025

Saturday, June 14, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1908, John Scott Trotter, American arranger and orchestra leader, was born in Charlotte. Trotter was best known for conducting the John … Continue reading Saturday, June 14, 2025