USA Today Network via Reuters Connect
Latest from USA Today Network via Reuters Connect
-
See 6 western NC destinations that are perfect for a long weekend trip
A whopping six western NC destinations placed on WorldAtlas’ list of best spots for a long weekend. All told, North Carolina landed 12 spots on the list.
-
Woman banned from Chuck Edwards’ McDonald’s after marching band protest
How a western North Carolina woman was banned from McDonald’s owned by Congressman Chuck Edwards following a marching band protest.
-
These Great Smoky Mountains trails are closed because of encounters with bears
Here’s why a few tense encounters with bears in the Great Smoky Mountains has officials concerned.
-
Here’s where Wilmington Riverwalk landed on a list of the best in the country
Stretching across historic downtown along the Cape Fear River, the Wilmington Riverwalk was named among the 10 best in the nation by USA TODAY readers.
-
What updating North Carolina marijuana laws would mean for western NC
North Carolina is one of only 10 states without a regulated adult-use marijuana market or medical marijuana program. Some state leaders are hoping to change that.
-
Duke, UNC players picked in the WNBA Draft
Duke star Taina Mair was picked in the first round of the WNBA Draft Monday. Two more North Carolina players—Duke’s Ashlon Jackson and UNC’s Indya Nivar—were taken in the second round.
-
This ‘totally underrated’ Wilmington-shot movie is now a cult classic
“Empire Records” flopped at the box office, but it’s soared with film-lovers in the 31 years since its release. But did you know it was filmed in Wilmington? Here’s where.
-
‘In a very bad place’: A western NC county’s wait for federal Helene reimbursement
Henderson County in western NC has spent millions on storm damage, but local leaders say they’re still waiting for federal Helene reimbursement from the Trump administration.
-
North Carolina’s drought makes this weekend’s ‘good’ weather into bad news
This weekend’s forecast is warm, dry weather. But that’s bad news for North Carolina’s ongoing drought.
-
Why are gas prices so high? NC, US hit $4 as Iran war continues
Trump’s war in Iran continues to impact gas prices in NC and across the nation. So where are the highest and lowest gas prices in NC?
