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Opinion: AG Jeff Jackson visits Fayetteville to remind FEMA a promise is a promise
In Fayetteville, NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson calls on FEMA to honor their promise to build a badly needed bridge. Jackson’s office has filed a lawsuit against the federal agency over FEMA’s cancellation of $200 million in funds.
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‘Little armored ones’: Why armadillos are being spotted now in North Carolina
Drawn by a warming climate, lots of diggable land, and loads of fire ants, nine-banded armadillos are increasingly being spotted here in North Carolina.
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The Greensboro Grocery Guide: Vote to Help Your Neighbors
Knowing where to shop for food—and what each grocery store offers—can make all the difference in times like these.
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A new car vs. health insurance? Average family job-based coverage hits $27K
With the federal shutdown entering its fourth week, spurred by a stalemate over the cost of health insurance for 22 million Americans on Affordable Care Act plans, a new report shows that over 154 million people with coverage through an employer also face steep price hikes — and that the situation is likely to get…
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10 best food halls in North Carolina for international eats
North Carolina’s food halls are expanding folks’ taste-bud passports with divine food from across the globe. Check out these 10 for a robust flavor journey.
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Proposed NC voting map would decrease Black representation
North Carolinians are speaking up as state Republicans rush to change the congressional voting map and improve their chances in the midterms next year.
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Raleigh residents help power city buses — literally
Around 70 GoRaleigh buses are set to be fueled by natural gas. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Opinion: Yes, protest still matters in America, but what comes after ‘No Kings’ is crucial
Good protests—like the “No Kings” demonstrations in North Carolina—can be silly, loud, rambunctious, and disorganized. They can be disruptive and even dumb. But they are never, ever pointless.
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Good News Friday: Volunteers rebuild Marshall church after Helene
This week’s Good News Friday features an inspiring story from western North Carolina, where residents helped to rebuild a Marshall church after Helene.
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Why one North Carolina island speaks a centuries-old English dialect
On NC’s Ocracoke Island, a unique form of English called Hoi Toider is still spoken. Discover the history of this ancient dialect and its uncertain future.
