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These 10 small NC towns become real-life winter wonderlands
Discover North Carolina’s most charming winter destinations, from mountain ski towns to coastal celebrations.
Western NC communities ask for more support as the General Assembly returns to Raleigh
Just under two months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, legislators and community members are calling on the legislature to provide more financial support to the region.
Democrat Allison Riggs moves closer to victory in NC Supreme Court race
A recount has been ordered, but the 625-vote margin is likely too big for Republican Jefferson Griffin to make up. At the official end of the...
Weeks before they lose their supermajority, NC Republicans vote to take power from Democrats who won in November
The Republican-controlled General Assembly is using a hurricane relief bill as cover to propose several unrelated provisions that take power away...
USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright
The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here’s what to know.
NC Medicaid wins national award for record-breaking enrollment
NC Medicaid won a national award after enrolling 570,000+ residents in its expansion program. Learn how community partnerships are transforming healthcare access statewide.
New documentary highlights urgent childcare challenges in NC
Local leaders gathered in Raleigh for the premiere of “Take Care,” a documentary on NC’s pressing childcare crisis.
How to talk to a conspiracy theorist, in 6 steps
Here’s how you (yes, you!) can help stop your friends and family from going down extremist rabbit holes.
FBI expands investigation of post-election hate messages to include Latino and LGBTQ+ communities
Texts and emails across the nation are threatening deportation and re-education camps, targeting Latino, LGBTQ+ communities, and high school students.
30 holiday events across North Carolina’s Piedmont in 2024
Check out 30 of the coolest holiday events happening across the North Carolina Piedmont this winter.
Holiday gift guide: This year, support local businesses in WNC & beyond
A search for the perfect holiday gift ends with these 15 businesses and makers in western North Carolina and beyond.
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In Durham, neighbors plan for an uncertain future together in a second Trump term
With concerns about potential political and living challenges, Durham community members gathered to create solutions and build a support network against a second Trump administration.
20 North Carolina spots from Nicholas Sparks books & movies
Nicholas Sparks has sprinkled North Carolina’s magic in nearly everything he’s ever written, and you can experience it firsthand by visiting these famous spots.
After Trump’s re-election, racist texts target Black people in North Carolina and other states
After Election Day results came in, text messages referencing slavery and cotton-picking have targeted men, women, and students of color across the states, sparking outrage and federal investigations.
Good News Friday: The people making a difference right now in western NC
These are tough times for many, but good news comes whether you’re ready for it or not. Here’s this week’s roundup of positive stories in North Carolina.
NC’s Republican supermajority in the General Assembly is no more
It means that, with Democrat Josh Stein winning the governor’s race, Republicans in the NC General Assembly will have to work with Democrats or risk Stein’s veto.
