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A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is in NC. Here’s how to see it.
It’s one of two stops in North Carolina this year, marking the 50th anniversary of the end of the war in Vietnam.
Rural NC communities get new state funding that will create 321 jobs
These grants will go towards creating jobs in six counties across the state of North Carolina: Chatham County, Pitt County, Wayne County, Halifax County, Stanly County, and Nash County.
Good News Friday: A 72-year-old woman from Southport is an ‘American Ninja Warrior’
A national hero from NC, Alzheimer’s fundraising, Indigenous art, and more: 3 pieces of good news from North Carolina reaching the national stage.
Fewer NC women accessed abortion care under new ban, data suggests
A new analysis found that there were 4,230 abortions provided in North Carolina in June, and only 2,920 in July—a decrease of more than 30%—after Republicans’ 12-week abortion ban went into effect.
Good News Friday: 2 NC women receive national ASPCA awards
This week, our collection of good news across North Carolina includes giving a shout-out to ASPCA award recipients, local authors, and native plants.
2 NC universities make the list of most affordable colleges in 2023-2024
Here’s what you need to know about North Carolina’s two most affordable universities, from tuition and test scores to degree programs.
Books are worthy of discussion, not banning
“Banning books will not protect our children, but teaching them how to read and think critically will,” North Carolina teacher Tammy Raynor Petrosillo writes in an op-ed.
NC Seniors to See Lower Drug Costs as Medicare Price Negotiations Advance
The provision, signed into law by President Biden, will significantly lower out-of-pocket drug costs for many of the nearly 1.7 million North Carolina seniors enrolled in Medicare Part D coverage, starting in 2026.
Here’s a Look at Mark Robinson’s Long Anti-Abortion Record
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has called abortion “murder,” compared the procedure to slavery, and said that he would support a total abortion ban in North Carolina, without any exceptions.
NC Teacher Raises Don’t Keep Up With the Cost of Pencils
North Carolina ranks last or near last in many measures of public education spending. The new two-year budget could make these problems worse, educators say.
Abortion Access and Rural Health Threatened by Partisan Gerrymandering
Republicans in the North Carolina legislature could create election maps that ensure party dominance for the next decade over several issues that affect day-to-day lives.
I’m Losing My Health Insurance Because Medicaid Expansion Was Delayed
Yeisel Dominguez will lose her healthcare coverage in less than 10 days, due to North Carolina Republicans’ delay in expanding Medicaid. In an op-ed, she shares her fears and concerns about going without coverage.
Good News Friday: NC Has the U.S.’ ‘Best Small Mountain Town’
Saturday is the first official day of fall and being in North Carolina makes it that much sweeter. Read on for NC Fall categories that we’re the best at.
Here’s What It’s Like Attending School in the Era of Active Shooter Drills
“No four-year-old, 10-year-old, or any adolescent should ever have to be told to fight for our lives, or run as fast as we possibly can if we hear gunshots at school–or anywhere for that matter,” writes Faith Turner, a high school student in North Carolina.
‘Sick of Thoughts and Prayers’: Students Press Lawmakers on Gun Violence
Students from across North Carolina held a rally to warn lawmakers that the ‘lockdown generation’ would vote them out of office without meaningful action on guns.
Teaching About the Holocaust Is Now Required in NC Public Schools
A 2021 law in North Carolina aims to make sure we don’t forget one of the most terrible moments in history.
Where are the most beautiful places in NC for outdoor fun (+ great pics)?
On the hunt for beautiful places in NC? North Carolina’s beaches, mountains, and rolling hills will leave you breathless.
A Strong Democracy Means a Strong Economy. That’s Why Small Businesses Oppose NC’s New Election Bills.
New legislation could undermine the essence of democracy in North Carolina, small-business leaders write.
Faculty Member Fatally Shot in UNC-Chapel Hill Building, UNC Students and Staff React
North Carolina’s flagship university was locked down for several hours Monday after a shooting at the campus chemistry labs. A suspect has been arrested.
Want to Protect Democracy? Be a Poll Worker
The North Carolina Board of Elections is hiring elections officials to work at voting sites and help ensure the voting process is free, fair, and efficient.
Good News Friday: NC’s Biggest Cities Among the Most ‘Climate Resilient’ in the Nation
It’s that time of week! Send this to someone who wants to get in on the warm fuzzies from North Carolina.
NC Republicans’ Anti LGBTQ Bills ‘Don’t Speak for the Entire State’
There are several resources for any North Carolina LGBTQ youth who is feeling overwhelmed or is just looking for a safe sense of community.
Teachers Are Spending Their Own Money for NC School Supplies. Here’s How You Can Help.
Gov. Cooper’s annual supply drive ends on Aug. 18 and is the perfect way to show love to North Carolina’s teachers.
5 Facts About NC Nature We Promise Aren’t Made Up
North Carolina’s natural wonders are unmatched: We’re talking the biggest gems, the first dinosaurs, and internationally recognized state parks.
Where Are the Least Crowded Beaches in NC? We Found 8 to Sprawl Out On
The North Carolina coast has plenty of little-known and less-crowded beaches where you can enjoy sun, surf, and plenty of space for you and your family.
Bills to Fix NC’s Black Maternal Health Crisis Haven’t Received Votes
Wide-ranging legislation in North Carolina languishes as more women die unnecessarily from pregnancy-related complications.
The Atlantic Ocean Is (Literally) the Temperature of a Hot Tub: What That Means for NC
This latest NC heat wave is blistering, and it’s not happening in a vacuum. It is historically hot all over. Here’s how to stay safe and cool in North Carolina.
Good News Friday: NC Watermelon Season Will Be Longer This Year
It’s time for some good news, and this week we’re talking soccer, watermelon, and a special fact about the North Carolina Zoo.
Make a New Friend in NC: 13 Cheap & Easy Places To Do It
Meeting new people as an adult can be daunting—especially when you’re hoping for a friendship connection. Here’s a list of 13 easy and affordable places in North Carolina where you can go to scope out a potential pal.