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Video: NC mothers took their kids to DC to fight against Medicaid cuts

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Two NC mothers drove with their children to Washington to tell Republicans that their daughters, who rely on Medicaid, are “not waste, fraud, or abuse. They are kids to be protected.”
First Lady Anna Stein announces Unshame NC

NC First Lady Anna Stein wants to do something about the state’s opioid crisis. Here’s how.

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First Lady Anna Stein announced a partnership this week called Unshame NC, aimed at reducing stigma around substance use disorder and promoting treatment. 
Hemp Searches in NC

3 things happening in NC: Hemp is legal. But NC courts say you can be searched for smelling like it.

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Cardinal & Pine’s “3 things” is a weekly look at the news, events, and stories that are driving conversation around North Carolina. This week, a big ruling on hemp and police searches, a comic-con fantasyland in Raleigh, and the "Superman" effect on dog adoptions.
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The 5 most affordable places to live in North Carolina in 2025

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There are many beautiful places to live in North Carolina, but consider these options if you’re looking for a good community and better savings opportunities.
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How NC LGBTQ+ organizations are adjusting after Trump eliminates mental health hotline option

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NC, LGBTQ+ organizations adjust after the Trump administration eliminated the 988 hotline option for specialized mental health services.