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New list ranks 13 best places to live in North Carolina in 2026
From mountain landscapes to coastal access to quieter suburban neighborhoods, here’s what WorldAtlas writers chose as the best places to live in North Carolina.
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How Chimney Rock, one of North Carolina’s most patriotic views, returned from Helene
Helene destroyed the entrance to Chimney Rock State Park along with a third of the businesses in Chimney Rock Village.
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This North Carolina city mulls an indefinite youth curfew
A Fayetteville ordinance allows police to stop anyone 16 or younger if they’re out after 11 pm.
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Fayetteville forum on data center moratorium gets heated
The debate over data centers grew heated at the Fayetteville City Council public forum on June 1, with residents from Fayetteville and surrounding communities voicing strong opinions and one attendee being escorted out.
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This North Carolina chef earns James Beard award nod with farm-to-table model
Only two North Carolina finalists are in the running for a coveted James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award this year, both hailing from the Asheville area. The prestigious awards program recognizes excellence in the hospitality industry, from established fine dining restaurants in major U.S. cities to mom-and-pop casual eateries in small towns across the nation. In the James…
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Can I leave my kids home alone in North Carolina? Here are the laws
Now that June has begun, the end of the school year is approaching for many North Carolina families; is your child able to stay at home alone this summer?
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‘Papertown’ film explores Canton mill closure, features new Dave Matthews song
A new film documents the rise and fall of a western North Carolina paper mill—with an assist from Dave Matthews.
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North Carolina’s first Buc-ee’s is breaking ground. Here’s what to know
Originally founded in 1982 in Texas, Buc-ee’s convenience stores are known for clean restrooms, a wide range of food offerings and massive store sizes.
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This North Carolina boy takes care of his sick mother. Locals surprised him with a birthday party
How a a community in Gaston County, North Carolina surprised an 11-year-old who takes care of his mother.
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A package was accidentally delivered to my home. Can I keep it in North Carolina?
If you’re aware that a package has been delivered to your home incorrectly, you don’t want to hold onto it. Here’s why.
