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Great Christmas Gifts from Burke County: A Local Shopping Guide

The holiday season is the perfect time to support local businesses and find truly unique gifts, especially this year after Hurricane Helene. Burke County is home to a vibrant community of artisans, small businesses, and specialty shops all wanting to help you gift this holiday season. Whether you’re shopping for an adventurer, an art lover, a fashionista, or a last-minute gift for a hard-to-please friend, Burke County has you covered. Here’s your ultimate gift guide to local treasures.

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2023 Visitor Impact Numbers for Burke County

County Spending Increases by 3% to $137.75 Million

by Director of Tourism, Ed Phillips

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Top 10 Reasons Life is Good in Burke County

There are so many things that make living in Morganton and Burke County great that we've had to create a Top 10 List so you won't become overwhelmed!

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Retiring to North Carolina

While North Carolina is a popular place to retire with so much to offer, we believe Morganton/Burke County is an especially enticing place for those seeking an active retirement.

Greenway Cycling

Fast Facts

Stripped down, straight-forward information ranging from average temperatures throughout the year to contact information for cities and county.