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March 9, 2026

Food insecurity is hitting thousands of NC children—and it’s following them into the classroom

More than 580,000 NC children rely on SNAP to help keep food on the table. On school mornings in North Carolina, some children arrive already exhausted. School teachers and nurses across the state report seeing the signs: difficulty concentrating, irritability, and complaints of headaches and stomach aches before lunch. In many cases, the cause is…

By Jessica F. Simmons

Local

March 6, 2026

Good News Friday: ‘Top Chef’ places Charlotte in the spotlight

“Top Chef” on Bravo puts the Charlotte culinary scene on center stage. Plus, a new initiative makes music education accessible to NC kids and a fan-favorite NC beer mascot returns.

By Ryan Pitkin

Food & Drink

February 25, 2026

Pay-what-you-can cafés: How they uplift underserved communities in NC

Community cafés with a pay-what-you-can model bring together people from all different backgrounds through dining experiences and volunteer opportunities.

By Vanessa Infanzon

Things To Do

January 21, 2026

Treasures await at these 9 indoor flea markets across North Carolina

From upcycled furniture to vintage clothing to action figures, discover all the unique items these indoor flea markets in North Carolina have to offer.

By Britteny Dee

Things To Do

January 15, 2026

Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals

Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.

By Britteny Dee

Local

January 13, 2026

8 highly anticipated NC restaurants opening in 2026

New year, new restaurants! From barbecue joints to sushi spots, discover the most exciting North Carolina restaurant openings of 2026.

By Britteny Dee

Local

January 7, 2026

Dry January: The top 17 mocktail spots in Charlotte

From alcohol-free twists on classic cocktails to innovative, zero-proof drinks starring specialty ingredients, discover the best mocktails in Charlotte.

By Britteny Dee