Durham, NC: The traveler’s guide to Bull City
Durham’s art, dining, outdoor, and sports scenes make it an all-weather city; it’s worthy of a visit any time of year.
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Maggie Valley elk gets help after becoming tangled in a toddler swing
On November 28, Maggie Valley residents spotted an elk with a toddler’s swing stuck in its antlers. Today, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission went out to help—here’s what you need to know.
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5 affordable holiday trips in North Carolina
From skiing excursions to action-packed days at the shore, affordable holiday getaways are possible across North Carolina.
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7 ways to give back in North Carolina this holiday season
This holiday season, North Carolinians are focusing on more than presents and good times. Learn about these ways you can give back in NC this year.
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Finding digital detox retreats in NC
Digital detox retreats are growing in popularity and helping people reconnect with humanity. Check out these options for an illuminating getaway.
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Cross-country wolf exchange aims to rebuild critically endangered population
Recently, Durham’s Museum of Life and Science participated in a red wolf swap. Here’s what you need to know.
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Report: Pesticide banned in 70+ countries widely used in NC
A new analysis showed the harmful life cycle from production to application of a widely used pesticide in North Carolina.
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North Carolina’s top choose-and-cut Christmas tree farms
Head to the best Christmas tree farms in North Carolina for a memorable holiday adventure.
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North Carolina’s 9 most magical winter festivals
Nights are brighter and filled with cheer at these family-friendly winter festivals held across North Carolina.
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NC Angel Tree program supports kids in need for Christmas
A program is helping families in North Carolina who are struggling to experience the joy of Christmas.
Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
| February 1, 2026
ACLU | AILA | Border Patrol | Chuck Schumer | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | CIVIL RIGHTS | Community | Detention Watch Network | DHS | EQUALITY | ICE | IMMIGRATION | Lead Story | National Immigrant Justice Center | National Immigration Law Center | NATIONAL NEWS | National Partnership for New Americans (NPNA) | THINGS TO DO
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.
Room in the Inn: 30 years of shelter for Charlotte’s unhoused neighbors
| January 26, 2026
Affordability | Community | FAMILY | HARDGATE | Lead Story | LIFESTYLE | NEWSMAKERS | North Carolina
Every December through March, faith-based organizations and colleges in Charlotte open doors for Room In The Inn.
You searched it again. We’ve got the answer: Zodiac signs, explained
| January 20, 2026
From “how can I know my zodiac sign” to “sun, moon, and rising meaning,” North Carolinians are searching astrology questions daily. Here’s a clear, no-nonsense guide to what zodiac signs are, and how to find yours.
Black workers disproportionately displaced by AI as tech grows
| January 16, 2026
Affordability | AI | artificial intelligence | communities of color | Community | CULTURE | data centers | DEI | Donald Trump | EDUCATION | environment | EQUALITY | Federal Harm | JOBS | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | north carolina politics | people of color | RURAL ECONOMY | TECHNOLOGY | WORK
Experts say AI will disproportionately impact Black and brown workers through displacement and the environmental burden of data centers, which are more likely to be located in marginalized communities.
Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
| January 15, 2026
Cary | Community | CULTURE | DURHAM | EAT LOCAL | ENTERTAINMENT | EVENTS | FAMILY | Fayetteville | Greensboro | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | Music | NC BARBECUE | NC BEER | nc community | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | OUTDOORS | RALEIGH | RECREATION | SHOPPING | SMALL BUSINESS | THINGS TO DO | WILMINGTON | WNC
Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.