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‘Parent day’ at NC prison brings together incarcerated people and their children
Prison leaders are increasingly recognizing that incarceration affects children, too, and some NC prisons are looking for ways to better support family ties.
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The Perseid meteor has peaked, but there is still time to see it in NC
The Perseid meteor shower is considered one of the most spectacular yearly showers observable from the U.S.
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Popular “Walker World” retreat in Wilmington hosts weekend festival
This weekend — Saturday, Aug. 15, to be exact — the public can come and spend some time at Walker World as part of the Walker World Summerfest Art and Music Festival with Wellness Retreat.
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9 ways to get into microvolunteering in North Carolina
Take part in microvolunteering opportunities throughout North Carolina that give back to the community and fit into busy schedules.
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How a family swimming spot at Pisgah National Forest in NC became ‘a trap’ for an ICE raid
In western NC, ICE agents raided a swimming hole in Pisgah National Forest. Here’s what to know.
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Researchers reflect on new NC air quality monitoring system
After more than a year of activity, a new North Carolina air quality monitoring tool has helped community members gather crucial information about environmental health.
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New list calls 1986 the ‘best year in movie history.’ Two films were made in Wilmington
If one movie critic had their way, 1986 would be considered the best year in movie history. Here are the Wilmington films cited.
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Need to leave your kid home alone after school? Know these NC laws
Schools are reopening this month in North Carolina, leaving many parents asking when you can leave a kid home alone after school. Here’s what the NC Fire Code says.
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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.
