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Trump’s plan to abolish the Education Department could devastate NC schools and students
President Donald Trump signed an executive order calling for the elimination of the US Department of Education. If he’s successful in abolishing the agency, special education students and rural and lower income communities in North Carolina could lose crucial support.
Support these western North Carolina mountain towns for Spring Break 2025
These six Western North Carolina towns are ready to welcome visitors for spring break. Tourism dollars help support the recovery efforts throughout the region.
Trump’s spending freezes could disrupt clean energy boom in NC and increase household heating costs
Among the funding Trump is trying to halt: $160 million in payments to protect the state’s power grid from wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters like Tropical Storm Helene, which has caused billions in damage to western North Carolina.
Last chance to hit the slopes: Where to go skiing in North Carolina
This guide to six ski resorts will help you choose where to go skiing in North Carolina before the season ends.
NC lawmakers express frustration at slow rollout of Helene recovery funds
Rep. Eric Ager, a Democratic state legislator whose district was heavily impacted by Helene, said it could be summertime at the earliest before $15 billion in federal relief funds reaches the local level.
NC lawmakers return to Raleigh vowing to work together, but with an uncertain road ahead
The North Carolina General Assembly opened its new year with suggestions of bipartisan cooperation, even as they return to the site of several contentious debates. Republicans have lost their supermajority in the NC House, so will that sense of working together last or just fade into the din? Here’s what you need to know.
Trump executive order halting offshore wind farms could hurt NC’s economy
On his first day in office, President Trump signed an executive order to halt further offshore wind projects and review existing ones in development. The move could have a huge impact on North Carolina, where wind energy has become a key part of the state’s energy plan.
NC launches $20M plan to remove police from mental health transport
North Carolina launches a $20 million initiative to replace police vehicles with civilian transportation services for mental health crisis cases.
The 28 best BBQ joints in NC, according to Reddit
North Carolina’s barbecue scene promises unforgettable bites at every corner.
Disaster relief for western North Carolina at risk as Trump and Elon Musk kill government funding deal
Western North Carolina is still waiting for funding from Congress nearly three months after Hurricane Helene. If the government shuts down at midnight on Friday, as is increasingly likely, the region will continue to go without critical federal aid for the foreseeable future.
NC House Republicans override Cooper’s veto of bill that takes power from newly-elected Democrats
The NC Senate passed the override earlier this month and so now the bill will become law. But it is likely to face legal challenges next year.
While the U.S. veered right, western North Carolina moved left. Here’s what experts say caused it.
Democrats looking for signs of growing support around the country found few reasons for optimism this November. Western North Carolina was the exception.
Shop local this season: 14 NC holiday farmers’ markets to visit this December
Get a head start on your holiday shopping (or find those perfect last-minute gifts) while enjoying seasonal festivities at these NC farmers’ markets.
Tis the season: Deck the streets with these 15 NC holiday parades
This holiday season, grab your coats and make sure to catch one (or more) of these Christmas parades happening across the Tar Heel state.
Morganton Holiday Parade: Olympic star, news anchor, & Santa join the celebration
Morganton’s 48th annual holiday parade at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is set for Dec. 5 with a”Holidays on the Big Screen” theme.
Mayor Smathers: Let’s come together and deliver for WNC
Governor Cooper, I believe you should veto this bill. And to every lawmaker in Raleigh: Then do what is right. Reject partisanship. Uphold the veto. Let’s show the people of WNC that their leaders are as strong, resilient, and determined as they are.
NC to spend billions on private school vouchers over 10 years as Republicans override Cooper’s veto
On Wednesday, the Senate followed the House of Representatives in overriding Governor Cooper’s veto of HB 10. A key component of the bill greatly expands the state’s private school voucher system.
OPINION: NC has a big infrastructure problem, but lawmakers are more focused on scaring immigrants and private school vouchers
Some NC communities are battling underfunded, crumbling schools and lead-contaminated water, but Republican leadership in the NC General Assembly is focused on all the wrong things.
These 10 small NC towns become real-life winter wonderlands
Discover North Carolina’s most charming winter destinations, from mountain ski towns to coastal celebrations.
Weeks before they lose their supermajority, NC Republicans vote to take power from Democrats who won in November
The Republican-controlled General Assembly is using a hurricane relief bill as cover to propose several unrelated provisions that take power away from the governor, attorney general, and other offices Democrats won control of in this month’s elections. UPDATE: The NC...
Holiday gift guide: This year, support local businesses in WNC & beyond
A search for the perfect holiday gift ends with these 15 businesses and makers in western North Carolina and beyond.
What’s with all the still uncounted provisional ballots in NC in 2024?
As part of North Carolina’s thorough election canvassing process, county boards of elections are still researching provisional ballots to see whether they should be counted, a process that could still affect close contests like the state Supreme Court race between Justice Allison Riggs and Jefferson Griffin, who are separated by fewer than 8,000 votes.
Josh Stein emphasizes importance of down-ballot races in Wilson rally with Dems
“I’m running because I love our home state, and I believe in its promise that if you work hard, where you come from should never limit how far you can go,” Josh Stein told the crowd at Casita Brewing Company in downtown Wilson.
Cozy waterfront cabins to rent in NC this fall
Spend your autumn casting a reel while the leaves change at one of these wonderful waterfront cabins available to rent in North Carolina.
NC man is arrested for threatening FEMA officials after Trump spent weeks lying about them
William Jacob Parsons, 44, of Bostic, N.C., was arrested on Saturday armed with an assault rifle and a handgun soon after being overheard threatening to hurt FEMA officials. Trump has frequently accused federal officials of conspiracies tied to Helene.
Storm damage increases barriers to abortion access in WNC
Planned Parenthood’s Asheville clinic, the only abortion provider in western NC, is temporarily closed because of damage from Hurricane Helene.
VIDEO: Western North Carolina mayor pushes back on conspiracy theories and lies about Helene relief
There’s been a wave of disinformation and lies following Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact in western North Carolina. Locals are pushing back.
Hurricane Helene sparks emergency temporary NC Medicaid adjustments
With a focus on western North Carolina, NCDHHS has introduced temporary measures to aid those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Harris visits NC, pledges ongoing support after Helene
Kamala Harris praised emergency responders involved in the recovery effort and promised that the federal government was “here for the long haul.”