Jacob Shinn’s optimism was rewarded when he hit something hard while digging on April 9, 1896. The big “rock” — later determined to be a 23-pound gold nugget — was the last major find at Reed Gold ...

"Hildebran residents deserve transparency and the chance to stand up before that happens here," said Cyndie Roberson, with ...

Lest you think North Carolina is only rich in gems, you can come pan for gold at Reed Gold Mine. As the site of the first documented gold find in the United States, the mine is a National Historic ...

A gold mine was running dry — but a North Carolina man held onto hope when he visited 129 years ago. Jacob Shinn’s optimism was rewarded when he hit something hard while digging on April 9, 1896.