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Catch these world-famous Western NC barn owlets on ‘owl cam’
A live owl cam offering views of several Western North Carolina barn owl chicks has drawn viewers from around the world.
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America250 time capsule is sealed and in it is some North Carolina art
Here’s what to know about North Carolina’s contributions to a time capsule that will be buried on America’s 250th birthday and reopened on its 500th.
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Trump is dragging NC Republicans underwater, poll shows
Democrat Roy Cooper has a 14-point lead over Republican Michael Whatley in NC’s US Senate race, a new Catawba College poll shows, as two-thirds of independent voters in the state disapprove of President Trump.
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Wilson workshop takes on SNAP cuts, hunger, and county budgets for NC families
This week in Wilson, advocates will gather for a free workshop breaking down SNAP cuts, hunger, and what new federal rules could mean for families’ grocery budgets.
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3 things happening in NC this week: Yet another attack on voting rights
NC lawmakers consider bill that would impact voting rights, and the Lumbee Homecoming kicks off Friday This is three things happening in NC this week.
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Word from the Smokies: Mule team celebrates 50 years of heavy contribution to park stewardship
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park mule team works hundreds of hours each year removing trees and hauling logs.
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How NC State scientists solved a blueberry infestation mystery
NC State researchers who found out what has been attacking blueberry bushes in southeastern NC must now come up with a treatment plan.
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New list ranks 10 cutest towns in North Carolina. Here’s what’s on it
A new list from WorldAtlas names 10 North Carolina places their writers deemed the “cutest towns” in the state for 2026 – including a full half of the list located in Western NC.
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Plans for an Asheville Costco could be back from the dead
This year, CostCo pulled out of a plan to build western North Carolina’s first store. But talks are back on, Asheville’s mayor says.
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13 legendary NC musicians to listen to during African American Music Appreciation Month
From hip-hop and funk to jazz and Americana, here are 13 NC musicians to celebrate this African American Music Appreciation Month.
