Mackeys Ferry Peanuts

The peanut is the star of this episode. Host Ken Watlington catches up with Sharon & Chris Smith, owners of Mackeys Ferry Peanuts in Martin County, for the story behind why they bought the business. Plus, the scoop on the 30-plus varieties of peanuts that has people from all over stopping by.

What is People & Places EXTRA?

A weekly look at the people and places around Eastern North Carolina that make the region a great place to live. Join WNCT Anchor Ken Watlington each week as he takes us on a journey around the East.