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VIDEO: NC Chinese Lantern Festival runs through Jan. 12 in Cary
The holidays are over, but you can still catch a really cool light display in North Carolina. Let’s check out the NC Chinese Lantern Festival together.
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OPINION: My 2-year-old son is recovering from brain surgery. Health insurance says they won’t cover the therapy.
A North Carolina family says they’ve been forced to make heartbreaking choices because of health insurance companies who won’t pay for the care their son needs.
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10 New Year’s (Eve) fireworks displays happening in North Carolina
Pickles, acorns, blueberries and more—find 10 of the quirkiest New Year’s Eve celebrations and 2025 fireworks displays right here in NC.
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NC launches $20M plan to remove police from mental health transport
North Carolina launches a $20 million initiative to replace police vehicles with civilian transportation services for mental health crisis cases.
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12 things that belong on every North Carolinian’s winter bucket list
Push yourself or just take in the sights with a dozen of North Carolina’s best winter activities.
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OPINION: Roy Cooper will be remembered as one of North Carolina’s most beloved governors
For two terms, Roy Cooper’s North Carolina prospered during pandemics, partisan firestorms, and more. He was the last line of defense against a power-drunk legislature.
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The 28 best BBQ joints in NC, according to Reddit
North Carolina’s barbecue scene promises unforgettable bites at every corner.
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2024 in pop culture: In a bruising year, we sought out fantasy, escapism—and cute little animals
Here’s everything (more or less) you need to know about 2024 in pop culture.
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42 music festivals coming to North Carolina in 2025
Check out all the 2025 music festivals we could find spanning from the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina to the coast.
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Meet Beckie Spears, the NC Principal of the Year
Beckie Spears, principal of Wilkesboro Elementary, was honored as the 2024 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year for her impactful leadership.
