I lived in this small town for about 4 years (that rainbow picture was taken from my backyard on the corner of Franklin and McLendon Streets!).

I love that it’s close to all the hot spots tourists love but without all the traffic and crime. The community is quaint and conservative, and quite welcoming and hospitable. There is a lot of old money in the Historic District, where the streets are still “paved” in brick and the sewer system keeps flooding to a minimum during summer rains (unlike nearby communities). There is a car show and a bike show every month and the local branch of Hillsborough Community College is active in the community. Every year in late February or early March is the Strawberry Festival. The day of the Grand Parade, the city’s schools are closed, as are many local buisnesses for this fun and free event.