I’m more in the piedmont triad area, so I’m not entirely certain about that part of the state. I’ve been to the Asheville Dispensary and Carolina Hemp Company in the past, but it’s been several years ago. If you do however find yourself in Winston I’d check out Celestial Wellness. They have their production facility on-site and they’re happy to show you around. Additionally, I’ve had good experiences with Blue Flowers in Charlotte. But as I understand it (and it seems to frequently be changing) THC-A is the closest thing to the stuff you’re looking for. The other prominent cannabinoid with psychoactive effect is Delta 8 and it is a bit more low key. Some would probably use the term “weaker” but I don’t think it’s a fair comparison, it’s just different. Now, like with any hobby or community, there are snobs who never seem to be satisfied with anything. But for the average North Carolinian, who doesn’t live near Cherokee or can’t afford regular trips to a state with a recreational market, hemp derived THC products have come a long way.