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NC House Republicans Pass Bill That Will Likely Cause Election Gridlock
Senate Bill 749 restructures the state boards of elections so that tied votes are inevitable and the Republican-controlled legislature has the power to break them. The North Carolina House passed a bill on Tuesday that replaces the state’s efficient, bipartisan and...
These 8 awesome NC distilleries and breweries are run by women
If you support women entrepreneurs, put your money where your mouth is and check out these eight badass businesses.
4 North Carolinians Making a Difference for Kids in the Tar Heel State
They say that children are our future. The North Carolinians in this story made a choice to help the future look a little brighter.
NC COVID Update Brings Bad News, Good News and Uncertainty
Cases are spiking and new variants are coming, but so are new boosters which remain ‘highly effective,’ Duke medical experts said this week.
Budget Stalemate Could Delay Medicaid Expansion Into November
State health officials need at least 30 days to implement Medicaid expansion to cover an additional 600,000 North Carolinians. But first they need lawmakers to pass a budget.
Here Are Your Options As Student Loan Payments Resume
Nearly half of all borrowers say they aren’t financially prepared to begin repaying their debt. Despite this, interest began accruing again on Sept. 1, and payments will be due again in October.
We Asked NC Farmers to Share What Gets Them Up in the Morning
And it’s not always the rooster. NC farmers are as diverse as the state itself. So we talked to them about their wins, their losses, and what drives them.
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.
Blue Supermoon: A Once-in-a-Blue-Moon Celestial Event
Witness the spectacle of a blue supermoon on August 30. A blue supermoon is a rare celestial phenomenon that graces the sky once in a blue moon.
Cooper Vetoes Bill That’s an ‘All-Out Assault on the Right to Vote’
Voting rights groups, elections officials, and Cooper himself have warned that Senate Bill 747 would make legal voting harder and complicate the elections process.
Spraygrounds, Cooling Stations, and Free Rides: Here’s What Charlotte Is Doing to Protect People from The Heat
Mecklenburg County, home to NC’s largest city, is offering a lot of programs to protect people from the brutal heat.
One NC County Is Fighting the Heat By Giving Out Free Electric Fans
We all agree it’s hot outside – and in Forsyth County they’re taking cool down efforts seriously.
Republican Candidates Commit to Backing Trump Even if Convicted
Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, Nikki Haley, and Mike Pence all pledged to support the former president even if he’s convicted for the many crimes he’s been charged with.
Last-Minute NC Trips to Take Before School Starts
The final days of summer are more precious than gold, so pack your bags and take one of these seven last-minute NC trips.
The Problem With Oliver Anthony’s ‘Rich Men North of Richmond’
The Virginia singer-songwriter speaks to the frustration of being poor in the South. But instead of blaming it on “rich men north of Richmond,” he blames it on other poor people.
Republicans Override Cooper’s Vetoes of Anti-LGBTQ Bills
The legislation prevents trans students from joining female sports teams, and prohibits gender-affirming care for minors.
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.
Almost 4,000 North Carolinians Will Get Skin Cancer This Year. Here’s How to Not Be One of Them.
Sun damage gets us all, and can have negative impacts on your health now and in the future. Read these 5 methods on beating the heat and UV rays.
Eat Fresh: 9 Farm-to-Table Restaurants You Must Try in NC
Farm-to-table restaurants, which emphasize locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, are thriving in NC. Here are the best of them.
How to find 7 secret beaches in North Carolina
Skip the over-hyped tourist traps. Here’s your guide to 7 secret beaches in North Carolina, for sand, swimming, and sweet, sweet solitude.
It Turns Out, NC Swimming Holes are Enchanting. Here Are the Best Ones.
These picturesque (and highly Instagrammable) NC swimming holes are the most magical way to beat the heat this summer.
Where + How to Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride in North Carolina
Whether floating over the vistas of the Great Smoky Mountains or landing in a field full of azaleas, embarking on a hot air balloon adventure should be on every North Carolinian’s bucket list. Here’s what you need to know.
Your Ultimate Guide to U-Pick Fruits and Vegetables in North Carolina
DYK North Carolina is one of the best states for berry picking? Find out when and where to pick raspberries, blueberries, and a long list of other crops in this 2023 U-pick guide.
Most Extreme Temperatures In The History Of Every State—Including NC
Stacker consulted 2021 data from NOAA’s State Climate Extremes Committee to identify the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in each state and Puerto Rico.
Good News Friday: You’ve Got Another Shot at Seeing a Supermoon This Month
It’s Friday, and that means it’s time to highlight good news in NC. We’re also somehow already talking about fall?
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.
21 Wacky, Wild, & Woolly Festivals Happening in North Carolina in 2023
What wacky, wild, and woolly (yep) festivals are happening in North Carolina this year? We’ve got 21—so mark your calendars and get your crew together, because things are about to get weird.
The 21 Most Popular Ice Cream Flavors In America
Ice cream is a beloved treat that’s enjoyed by people of all ages, be it families to teens to kids. From classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate to more creative combinations like rocky road and Neapolitan, ice cream aficionados have a plethora of choices, and the sweet treat’s popularity continues to soar.
‘Conspiracy to Defraud the United States’: Trump Indicted Again
In response to being indicted for his attempt to overturn the 2020 presidential election, Trump’s campaign called the charges “fake” and compared his plight to the persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany.