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Why two NC constitutional amendments on the ballot could be devastating
Two proposed amendments to the North Carolina constitution have the potential to radically disrupt revenue for local governments while making handouts to corporations and the wealthy permanent.
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6 texts, 5 calls, 38 mins: Records reveal Michael Whatley’s work as Helene ‘recovery czar’
Senate candidate Michael Whatley has portrayed himself as heavily involved in Helene recovery in western NC. Public records say otherwise.
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Wilmington film festival honors city’s horror movie history
Wilmington and horror movies go way back. This local film festival celebrates that spooky history.
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12 great pumpkin patches in the Wilmington area
Fall is here. Here’s where to get your pumpkin if you live in the Wilmington area.
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Is kratom legal in North Carolina? What to know after Ole Miss deaths
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has listed kratom as a Drug and Chemical of Concern, and the FDA has warned consumers not to use kratom because of the risk of serious adverse effects. Here’s what the laws are in North Carolina.
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Asheville chef releases ‘No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World’
The chef at Chai Pani in Asheville has released a cookbook that calls itself “No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World.”
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Opinion: Cumberland County schools should follow Wake’s lead on book bans
In one NC county, school leaders have created a template for resisting book bans.
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A new Wilmington bar doubles as a museum of local film history
Hollywood East, a new bar in Wilmington, has memorabilia from “Dawson’s Creek,” as well popular films like “Empire Records” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer.”
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How Asheville’s ‘No Rent for Slumlords’ ordinance could help renters
A new ordinance in Asheville protects renters from paying for unsafe living conditions. Here’s how it works.
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Atlanta Falcons stadium employee caught celebrating with Panthers star Bryce Young
After the Panthers’ win over the Atlanta Falcons, Bryce Young celebrated the win with an Atlanta stadium employee.
