Ryan Pitkin is a writer and editor based in Charlotte, where he runs an alternative weekly newspaper called Queen City Nerve. He is also editor of NoDa News, a community newsletter in the neighborhood where he has lived for 15 years.
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3 things happening in NC: Will Chuck Edwards be formally censured by Congress?
A lot has changed since the release of a Committee on Ethics report detailing allegations of inappropriate behavior by US Rep. Chuck Edwards.
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Good News Friday: Attorney General Jeff Jackson won a lot this week. So did NC.
Why Jeff Jackson’s wins against Facebook and Trump’s mail-in voting rule are a win for everyone.
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3 things happening in NC: Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch’s NC State homecoming
Historic astronaut Christina Koch’s reunion with NC State and big happenings at the NC Transportation Museum. Here are 3 things happening in NC this week.
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Good News Friday: Despite Trump’s threats, National Endowment of the Arts funds bound for NC
Today, Good News Friday has news of an inspiring grant from the National Endowment of the Arts, and awards for NC legends.
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3 things happening in NC: Josh Stein just blasted a controversial GOP court bill. Here’s why
The latest on Gov. Josh Stein’s veto of a controversial court bill, an update on SNAP cuts, and the Winston-Salem Open brings tennis’ big stars.
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Good News Friday: After latest Little League Softball World Series, it’s clear the sport runs through NC
A NC team has won the Little League Softball World Series four times in the last 11 years. Plus, a LEGO tribute to the Greensboro Four and a NC university takes on energy costs.
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3 things happening in NC: Gen Z voters showed up in recent elections. This group wants to build on that in 2026
A Gen Z voter summit makes moves in NC. Plus, an update on NC’s controversial election bill and the Grammys of Gospel.
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Good News Friday: The NC hemp ban isn’t dead, but it’s delayed
For now, NC lawmakers are tabling a controversial hemp ban. Plus, a North Carolina sports great gets his dues.
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3 things happening in NC: ‘Moral Monday’ protests the SAVE Act in Washington
Bishop William Barber II condemns Trump’s controversial voting bill, the SAVE Act. Plus, major voting changes afoot at the NC state legislature.
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Good News Friday: NC State women’s basketball surprises local player with a scholarship
Our weekly Good News Friday roundup includes a heartwarming surprise for NC State women’s basketball, plus a local kid makes good at MLS All-Star Week.
