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Good New Friday: NC tops the country in workforce development, report says
State leaders tout new magazine ranking of states with the best workforce development, a Charlotte museum announces major AI grant funding, and a Rougemont man strikes it big on the Powerball.
Economic warning signs pile up as Trump plans Rocky Mount speech on Friday
Trump’s recent “affordability is a hoax” campaign may not play as well in an area where food prices are soaring and healthcare benefits are set to expire.
Trump renews Supreme Court push to keep SNAP payments frozen
President Trump’s administration was back in the Supreme Court Monday attempting to block full SNAP, or “food stamps,” payments.
Cooper Says NC Is Going To Phase 2 On Friday. Here’s What That Means.
Restaurants will reopen at reduced capacity in North Carolina, but bars, gyms, and movie theaters to remain closed in Phase 2 of coronavirus restrictions.
Gov. Cooper: NC To Begin Lifting Coronavirus Restrictions Friday
Gov. Roy Cooper’s move comes with coronavirus cases still on the rise in North Carolina, but officials cite encouraging trends.
3 things happening in NC: The New Bern Battlefield comes alive
A lantern tour of the New Bern Battlefield includes costumed re-enactors, telling the stories of enslaved people, soldiers, and the families near the Civil War battleground in eastern NC.
Pay-what-you-can cafés: How they uplift underserved communities in NC
Community cafés with a pay-what-you-can model bring together people from all different backgrounds through dining experiences and volunteer opportunities.
What to know about each of NC’s historically Black colleges
Discover key stats and dive into the history of each of North Carolina’s 10 historically Black colleges and universities.
7 ways to give back in North Carolina this holiday season
This holiday season, North Carolinians are focusing on more than presents and good times. Learn about these ways you can give back in NC this year.
Fight continues for justice over PCB exposure at NC State
Members of the North Carolina State University community are still seeking justice over cancer-causing toxins which caused the closure of one of its buildings.
What’s new with Fayetteville restaurants? Here are 20 updates, including what’s coming soon
Here are the latest openings and closings among Fayetteville restaurants, including what’s coming soon.
29 Blockbusters and Busts Shot in North Carolina (There’s Sure to Be a Few Filmed Near You)
Whether you live in the mountains, the coast, or the Piedmont, some major Hollywood movies were filmed near you in North Carolina.
Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, April 17-23
Looking for ways to get involved in your community, volunteer for an important cause, or advocate for policies that will affect you and your family? We have you covered in this week’s North Carolina action guide.
NC ad campaign calls for AI regulations to ‘protect what’s human’
An AI advocacy group has launched an $8 million ad campaign in NC and four other states to persuade lawmakers to act before it is too late.
2026 guide to wildflowers in North Carolina: What to know & where to go
Enjoy a colorful spring with our all-encompassing guide on wildflowers in North Carolina.
Your weekly guide to taking action in North Carolina, March 20 – March 26
Across North Carolina, rallies against ICE, healthcare cuts, and the Trump administration are taking place across North Carolina.
Ancient Cherokee mound in North Carolina returns to Cherokee ownership
Built about 1,000 years ago, the Noquisiyi Mound (pronounced no-KWEE-shee-yee and previously known as Nikwasi) is one of the most culturally significant sites in the entire region. Recently, the Cherokee mound returned to tribal ownership.
How a Charlotte cafe is building a sustainable model for employing people with disabilities
Cakeable operates a training program for people with disabilities to be employed in businesses in the Carolinas.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
In a major defeat for Trump, the majority on the US Supreme Court found that it’s unconstitutional for the president to unilaterally set and change tariffs because taxation power clearly belongs to Congress.
3 things happening in NC: ‘Raleigh Stampede’ rodeo comes to state fairgrounds
Every week, Cardinal & Pine picks three things happening in NC. This week, the rodeo comes to Raleigh, a classical music lover’s paradise, and last days of the Dambo trolls in NC.
Room in the Inn: 30 years of shelter for Charlotte’s unhoused neighbors
Every December through March, faith-based organizations and colleges in Charlotte open doors for Room In The Inn.
Treasures await at these 9 indoor flea markets across North Carolina
From upcycled furniture to vintage clothing to action figures, discover all the unique items these indoor flea markets in North Carolina have to offer.
Dambo trolls give NC Arboretum in Asheville ‘unprecedented’ boost
The NC Arboretum says that more than 100,000 visitors have come to the Asheville site to get a glimpse of the world-famous Dambo trolls. Here’s how to find them.
Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.
3 things happening in NC this week: Jason Isbell plays Durham, Charlotte
When everything looks bleak, look to the creatives. This week, catch a classical music performance in Greenville, one of two shows by alt-country star Jason Isbell, or view the lights at Biltmore.
Video: Visiting the Dambo trolls in NC and talking about neurodiversity
The Dambo trolls are visiting NC until mid-February. Cardinal & Pine’s series on neurodiversity and nature took a trip to visit them in Asheville.
3 things happening in NC: The Lake James Ice Festival, one of NC’s best-kept secrets, returns
In NC, 2026 kicks off with an eclectic mix of happenings, including one of the state’s most underrated winter celebrations, the Lake James Ice Festival.
North Carolina’s most heartwarming stories of 2025
Read this year’s top tales of do-gooders, good feelings, and other heartwarming stories from NC.
North Carolina’s ‘education governor,’ Jim Hunt, dies at 88
Four-term North Carolina Democratic Gov. Jim Hunt, a towering figure in North Carolina politics in the late 20th century who helped leaders from both major parties strive for public education reform, died Thursday at the age of 88, his daughter Lt. Gov. Rachel...