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Stein signs $34B North Carolina budget with pay raises, lower taxes
Gov. Josh Stein signed a historic $34-billion North Carolina budget Tuesday, enacting North Carolina’s first comprehensive spending plan since 2023.
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Fun summer farmers markets in NC that offer way more than just fruits & veggies
Farmers markets are the best places to find fresh produce, but these options across North Carolina offer much more than fruits and vegetables alone.
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FEMA approves $197M more in Helene recovery funding. Here’s where it’s going
Latest Helene recovery funding includes money for state emergency management, Asheville, Black Mountain projects.
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Saving homes or beaches? Potential NC seawall ban raises rough questions
A new report says placing hardened structures along the N.C. oceanfront could help with chronic erosion woes. But they come with plenty of risk.
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Cherokee people confront America’s 250th with pride, pain
As the United States prepares to mark 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, the anniversary lands in a more complicated place for Cherokee people.
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Asheville immigrant advocates praise Supreme Court birthright citizenship ruling
In Asheville, local immigrant rights advocates and attorneys are recognizing the enormity of the June 30 Supreme Court birthright citizenship ruling in a split decision.
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These NC beaches are among the South’s best, Southern Living readers say
Southern Living readers have ranked the best beaches in the South, and North Carolina beaches were all over the list, including several within driving distance of Wilmington.
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North Carolina’s 10 best kayaking and canoeing spots for beginners
Beautiful waterways can be found throughout North Carolina. Learn more about some of the best kayaking and canoeing spots in North Carolina.
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3 things happening in NC: NCGA to hit budget deadline
NC lawmakers flirt with another continuation as budget deadline looms. Here are three things happening in NC this week.
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Celebrate America’s 250th at North Carolina’s best Fourth of July events
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, all sorts of Fourth of July celebrations are taking place throughout the Tar Heel state.
