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‘I love this place’: Chimney Rock tries to rebuild after Hurricane Helene
Chimney Rock was devastated by Helene’s flood waters and has been inaccessible to the outside world since late September. The fall tourism season was completely lost, and getting tourism dollars back is vital to the community’s recovery.
VIDEO: Justice Allison Riggs’ parents on being among the 60,000 voters Jefferson Griffin is challenging
Cardinal & Pine caught up with the parents of Justice Allison Riggs, who are among the 60,000 North Carolina voters Jefferson Griffin is hoping to throw out in the NC Supreme Court election.
8 Renaissance fairs in & around North Carolina in 2025
A guide to all the Renaissance fairs and festivals like them planned around North Carolina and the surrounding area in 2025.
7 funny North Carolina town names, and 4 that might make you blush
These North Carolina names make for a memorable road trip and a great conversation starter.
Op-Ed: Families are waiting 13 years for disability services. That’s unacceptable.
Imagine living with a severe or profound disability. The need for support is urgent, not something that can be postponed for 13 years. Disability doesn’t wait, nor should the services that make living with dignity possible.
On Tuesday, advocates will read the names of all 60,000 voters Jefferson Griffin wants to erase
A grassroots group and many of the lawful voters whose votes are being questioned will gather in the cold to read each name. Temperatures before...
13 hidden gems in the 2025 North Carolina Travel Guide
The new North Carolina travel guide gives a first look at the best spots to visit in the Tar Heel state in 2025.
VIDEO: NC Supreme Court case a ‘five-alarm fire for democracy’
As the NC Supreme Court considers invalidating the votes of 60,000 North Carolina voters, Cardinal & Pine’s Dylan Rhoney explains why this is such a big moment in the state’s history.
Best places for mocktails in Asheville
Whether you’re sober or participating in Dry January, check out these eight spots for delicious mocktails in Asheville, North Carolina.
The 5 strangest North Carolina news stories of 2024
These are the five North Carolina news stories that had everyone talking last year.
Medical debt will no longer appear on credit reports for all Americans
This new rule will erase an estimated $49 billion in unpaid medical bills from the credit reports of roughly 15 million Americans, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The agency estimates that the new federal rule could help boost consumer credit scores by an average of 20 points.
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On his last day in office, Gov. Cooper commutes sentences of 15 men on death row to life in prison
Gov. Cooper commutes 15 death row sentences, reducing the state’s death row population by more than 10% in a historic farewell decision.
NC launches $20M plan to remove police from mental health transport
North Carolina launches a $20 million initiative to replace police vehicles with civilian transportation services for mental health crisis cases.
OPINION: Roy Cooper will be remembered as one of North Carolina’s most beloved governors
For two terms, Roy Cooper’s North Carolina prospered during pandemics, partisan firestorms, and more. He was the last line of defense against a power-drunk legislature.
2024 in pop culture: In a bruising year, we sought out fantasy, escapism—and cute little animals
Here’s everything (more or less) you need to know about 2024 in pop culture.
Meet Beckie Spears, the NC Principal of the Year
Beckie Spears, principal of Wilkesboro Elementary, was honored as the 2024 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year for her impactful leadership.