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Hurricane Helene floods North Carolina mountains and creates risk of dam failure
Days of torrential rains in North Carolina culminating with tropical downpours from what was Hurricane Helene have officials keeping a close eye on a major dam. Also, the two main interstates in the mountains are closed and flooding is everywhere.
Climb aboard: 8 rails to trails hikes in North Carolina
The Great Trails State has converted old railroad lines into hiking trails. Learn about eight of them before trying one for yourself.
The strangest town names in North Carolina (& the stories behind them)
From Big Lick to Whynot, we’re crossing North Carolina to learn about its wackiest town names and the stories behind them.
The 5 best BBQ joints in Winston-Salem, according to Reddit
Get your napkins ready and feast on the best BBQ in Winston-Salem.
Where are Millennials in the U.S. buying the most homes?
Millennials, born between 1981 and 1996, have positioned themselves as the largest cohort of homebuyers. Here’s where they’re buying houses.
10 birds migrating through North Carolina this fall
Every corner of North Carolina can see migrating birds in the fall, and we’ve gathered 10 you don’t want to miss.
The 7 best glamping spots for stargazing in North Carolina
Glamping is the new camping (thankfully), so we’ve gathered the best spots in North Carolina to go stargazing without sacrificing yourself to too many mosquitoes.
North Carolina’s 3 mountain coasters provide scenic thrills & more
We’ve compiled a list of western North Carolina’s best mountain coasters for a new way to explore Appalachia.
North Carolina train ridership hits record highs in 2024
Governor Cooper celebrates record-high numbers of people traveling by train in North Carolina.
50 iconic sandwiches to put on your must-try list
From the lobster rolls of Maine to the po’boys of Mississippi, these sandwiches have become iconic representations of their regions, celebrated by locals and sought after by food enthusiasts nationwide.
Kamala Harris has a lot to run on. Here’s what to watch for.
During her time as vice president, Harris has helped pass laws that lowered healthcare costs, invested in childcare and housing, and advanced efforts to fight climate change.
Opinion: Female Candidates—and Voters—Benefit from Rural Candidate Information Project
The Fall 2023 municipal election was a pretty good one for women candidates in my county, which is significant in a state given a grade of “D” on the 2023 Gender Parity Index. The index, which is compiled annually by RepresentWomen, measures the share of women holding...
Commentary—Project 2025 to Rural America: Let Them Eat Cake (Without a Nutrition Label)
Project 2025 has been so much in the news lately that former President Donald Trump had to respond to the right-wing policy proposals, which the Heritage Foundation put together.
Where to watch fireworks in North Carolina on the Fourth of July
These 12 fireworks shows put on the most dazzling displays in North Carolina this Fourth of July weekend.
10 best affordable golf courses in North Carolina
Here are 10 affordable golf courses around North Carolina where you can get 18 in on the cheap.
Mark Robinson suggests Pearl Harbor might’ve been an inside job, audio reveals
Robinson has also expressed support for several other conspiracy theories, including suggestions that the moon landing may have been faked and that mass shooting victims are actors disguised as victims.
10 quirky summer festivals coming to North Carolina
Let’s get weird with 10 summer festivals in North Carolina that go beyond music and barbecue.
Senate Democrats call for industry-wide investigation into Big Oil amid price-fixing and collusion allegations
Senate Democrats joined their House counterparts in calling for an industry-wide investigation into Big Oil collusion and price-fixing allegations, which they say cost US consumers at the pump while driving up corporate profits.
Affordable internet program faces likely demise despite rallying by N.C. Democrats
A federal program that provided subsidized internet access to low-income families is expected to end on Friday, affecting more than 900,000 households in North Carolina. by Jaymie Baxley, North Carolina Health News May 29, 2024 A federal program that provided...
Josh Stein sues company over closure of Canton paper mill, alleging breach of contract
In an interview with Cardinal & Pine, Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers said he believes that the county and town should receive most if not all of the $12 million, if it’s recovered by Stein’s lawsuit.
The 10 biggest & best farmers markets in North Carolina
Discover the biggest and best farmers markets in North Carolina. Shop fresh produce, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Price-fixing conspiracy in US oil industry cost families money, reports allege
Analysis of corporate profits and accusations of collusion by the FTC lend support to the idea that a broader oil industry conspiracy drove up post-Covid inflation for everyday Americans.
Josh Stein shares how he’ll support the agriculture industry during visit to Wilson County farm
“My philosophy is pretty basic,” Stein said. “Government can help create conditions for you to succeed, and that’s what we should do. Help you set standards, and make sure that there’s fair rules of the road, and they’re equally enforced, and then get out of the way, and certainly don’t create problems for ourselves.”
Meet the DJ-turned-educator who won North Carolina’s top tech honor
During the pandemic, one NC educator made sure every child had a laptop to help them keep up with their studies. Now she’s being recognized for her efforts.
Opinion: My aunt died of an illegal abortion. We can’t go back.
North Carolina is currently one of the few places to which women from Southern states can travel for abortion care—but even here, women are under threat by grandstanding candidates and lawmakers who will put their taking points over our safety.
Cooper’s budget proposal calls for more education, childcare funding
As the North Carolina General Assembly went back into session on Wednesday, Governor Roy Cooper unveiled a proposed budget adjustment that would boost funding for the state’s education and childcare systems and raise wages for state workers.
The question of Master’s pay for North Carolina teachers
Wake County Schools recently re-implemented the Master’s pay system that had been in place statewide in North Carolina until 2013.
Meet Heather Smith: North Carolina’s 2024 Teacher Of The Year
Math teacher Heather Smith has been announced as the North Carolina Teacher of the Year for 2024. Here’s what you need to know about Smith.
8 places in North Carolina to see spring blooming in all its glory
From hyacinths to tulips, here are the eight best places to see spring flowers in North Carolina.