In the main square of downtown Lexington and across from the Old Davidson Courthouse, this marker…read morestands tall. I don't know if it is in the spot where the Civil War memorial stood but I would not be surprised. The marker reads, "Robert F. Sink. 1905-1965. U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Commanded 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne Division during World War II and Fort Bragg 1957 to 1960. He lived nearby." Online, there is more information. "Robert Frederick Sink was a career U.S. Army officer who served in both World War II and the Korean War. He was born in 1905 in Lexington, North Carolina, and attended Trinity College (now Duke) for a year before transferring to the United States Military Academy at West Point. He graduated in 1927 and was initially commissioned a second lieutenant and assigned to the 8th Infantry Regiment at Fort Screven, Georgia. "In November 1940 Captain Sink was transferred to the 501st Parachute Battalion and entered the jump school at Fort Benning, Georgia. While attending the jump school he was promoted to major. He also caught the eye of Lieutenant Colonel William C. Lee, commander of the U.S. Provisional Parachute Group and considered to be the father of the American airborne. In August 1941, Sink was transferred to the newly-organized 503rd Parachute Battalion and assigned to command. In February 1942, Sink was promoted to lieutenant colonel. "In July 1942, Sink was reassigned to command the new 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, based at Camp Toccoa, Georgia. In June 1943, the regiment was assigned to become part of the 101st Airborne Division, commanded by Lee, by now a major general. The division was sent to England in the following month to begin preparations for participating in the D-Day Campaign (Operation Overlord). While retaining command of the 506th, Sink was also assigned to command the division's parachute jumping school, a position that he held from November 1943 to early May 1944. "As commander of the 506th Battalion, Sink participated in some of the most significant operations in the European Theater of Operations, including D-Day, the Arnhem Campaign (Operation Market Garden), the defense of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge, and the advance into Germany. He was popular with his men, who nicknamed the regiment "the Five-Oh-Sink." Sink was portrayed by actor Dale Dye in the television mini-series Band of Brothers." There is parking in the area. Check signs for enforcement times. [Review 1793 of 2024 - 3712 in North Carolina - 22816 overall]

Also located in front of the Randolph County Courthouse, this monument is composed of nine engraved…read moregranite slabs arranged in a semicircle. The slabs increase in height toward the center, and the center slab topped with an eagle. There are three flagpoles behind the slabs, which today at half mast had the US flag, the North Carolina state flag and the POW-MIA flag. The center slab reads, "They stood in the unbroken line of patriots who lived to bear their country's arms. They died to save its honor and keep aglow the flaming torch of freedom." The slabs list all of those from Randolph County killed in action. [Review 13936 overall, 1258 of 2020, number 2579 in North Carolina.]

The All Veterans Memorial located in downtown Asheboro between the old and new courthouses pays…read moretribute to those who died from Randolph County in WWI; WWII; Korea; Vietnam; Lebanon; Panama and the Persian Gulf Wars. The names of each of the men and women who paid the ultimate price for freedom are inscribed in the granite memorial. POWs and Wounded Warriors are also acknowledged. This is one of the nicer memorials I've seen.

Pretty little hideaway worth stopping and walking around the short trail…read more Great location to take some outdoor photographs!

This place feels wonderfully remote, so a little heads up that cell service is spotty and it's…read moreworth being mindful as you arrive. Once you're there, the quiet really sets in, with wildlife sounds all around and very few cars passing by. The atmosphere is incredibly relaxing and peaceful, perfect for slowing down and taking a breath . Picnic benches are scattered nearby, along with trash receptacles, which makes it easy to linger responsibly . The bridge itself is beautiful and well maintained, showing only moderate signs of wear that add character rather than distraction . During our mid autumn visit, the waterway and surrounding landscape were bursting with color , making the views especially memorable. I later realized there was a walking trail close by that I missed, so that's something I'd definitely suggest checking out when you visit ‍. Parking isn't clearly marked or abundant ‍, but with a bit of patience, you'll manage just fine. Overall, it's a quiet, scenic spot that feels refreshingly untouched and worth the effort to find .

I made a return trip to the World's Largest Chest of Drawers in High Point, NC. It was getting some…read morework done during my stop, so it had a fence around it. The best place to park is likely at the lot across the street. The Chest of Drawers is on a one-way street, so you might need to plan which lane to get in if traffic is heavy. High Point is considered the "furniture capital of the world." So the 38 feet high road side attraction is fitting. The piece was originally built in 1926 to welcome people to the area and promote the furniture. The design was different, and the bureau was smaller and had a mirror. It was painted white with floral accents. It wasn't a functioning piece of furniture as the drawers didn't open. Then in 1996, Sid Lenger, a High Point craftsman and designer, transformed the piece. He wanted a proper chest of drawers, so he designed and built one with hefty brass handles. This version also doesn't open, but is meant to look like a more realistic piece of high-end furniture. He also added the two pairs of six-foot-tall socks to acknowledge the hosiery industry. I hope whatever work is being done to the chest of drawers preserves the cherry wood finish's color as intended.

Another review for my collection of "superlatives," this is the World's Largest Chest of Drawers…read more Of course, it belongs here in High Point as it is the capitol of furniture in the Untied States. Remodeled in 1996, this is the new structure. Steel framing and stucco, it stands 38 feet high with simulated brass handles. And it even includes two giant socks as a tribute to High Point's hosiery industry There is plenty of parking nearby and if you're shopping for furniture at one of these many nearby showrooms, check it out. [Review 336 of 2024 - 3590 in North Carolina - 21370 overall]

I was here for the Malpass Brothers bluegrass festival, and it's a really nice place! The old…read morefashioned town is really cool, and when it gets really hot out, there's plenty of air-conditioned places.

Great event venue. Throughout the year they have various different events. Something for everyone.read more

Adorable kids section! My kids LOVED it!…read more We moved to the area last year and have wanted to visit the library for so long. We were finally able to go and get our library cards and check it out. The kids section really shines here. They have made cozy and fun spots for kids to come and read, learn, and explore. They have sweet activities to keep them engaged, like a book hunt and a prize at the end. I'm hoping to make this a weekly outing on the weekends for my girls. The adult portion is not as impressive but they still have a decent showcase of different books. I didn't have too much time to look around, but got a few for myself. I'm so glad we have a library so focused on children close to our home. If you have kids and live in or near Randleman, you should check it out.

Really a hidden gem in Randleman. I didn't realize we even had this library until 1.5 years of…read moreliving there. I wish they could somehow market its existence a bit better. I did have some trouble finding it (in the parking lot behind Randleman Recycling Center - same street as Richard Petty Museum,) but when I did, what a fantastic place! Very friendly staff and a great selection of books for what it's worth. I wasn't expecting such a vast selection. No, it's no Greensboro Library, but they have lots of computers set up with their catalog system for easy finding. The area is clean and books are organized accurately. Very child friendly, as well. Highly recommended for the readers in Randleman!

On a Friday evening just before sunset I found myself walking down an unlit path and it probably…read morewasn't the ideal time to be wandering around a very quiet corner of High Point but it suited me just fine. The path turns parallel to the road and for a moment, you wonder if you've taken a wrong turn but then she appears ahead of you, big and wooden and wonderfully strange. The whole place feels like maybe it used to be a part of a warehouse or a factory before nature started reclaiming the edges. It's a little eerie and a little beautiful and the fading light actually made the visit feel more memorable. Little Sally isn't little at all and she's hand crafted from recycled and reclaimed wood with a kind of personality that makes you stop and look at how each piece fits together. The setting adds to it because it's not polished or curated, it's tucked away and slightly wild, which makes finding her feel like discovering something secret. This is my second troll after Big Pete With the Big Feet in Charlotte and seeing Sally felt like continuing a small personal quest to track down these creations. I liked the quiet, the oddness of the location, and I liked that she's just sitting here waiting for whoever decides to wander down that path. [Review 1182 of 2026 - 4831 in North Carolina - 26361 overall]

What a cool art installation in such an unassuming part of High Point, near downtown. "Little…read moreSally" is the name of the giant wooden troll sculpture in High Point. It's one of many trolls around the world made out of recycled materials by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. High Point is lucky to have one of these, and it's fun and free to check out. My wife and I took my nieces to see Little Sally. A small line of families with children had built up to see and take pictures with the troll. The troll is hidden from street view, inside a small wooded area, so there's a fun "discovery" aspect to it. We parked in the large unpaved lot at the corner of W Green Dr and W Grimes Ave. Other folks parked closer, across the street in the parking lot of 711 W Grimes Ave. At the time of writing this, the building there appears to be vacant, as does the building in the same block as Little Sally. I'm pretty sure this part of town has seen better days. This project is what you call low-cost urban revitalization. Go to trollmap.com to see a map of all the trolls. There are several in North Carolina, mostly in Raleigh (Dix Park has five). Little Sally was unveiled in 2025. Dambo's first troll was "Hector the Protector," installed in Puerto Rico in 2014.

I love a kinetic sculpture. There's something about moving parts that draws the eye. While this…read moredoesn't have the clanky motion of a Jean Tinguely or the balance of an Alexander Calder, it is absolutely a delightful peace. Beautiful Whirled is by artist Mike Roig and it stands on a traffic island in downtown High Point on MLK Blvd. The 15 foot tall painted red sculpture includes a spinning wheel, powered by the wind. It is silent as it spins, almost hypnotizing. There is very limited parking in this section of High Point. I was able to park illegally on a side street briefly so that I could approach the artwork. If that's not your style, you can see it from the traffic light. [Review 335 of 2024 - 3589 in North Carolina - 21369 overall]