Arcades in Charlotte, ranked from worst to best
Discover Charlotte’s top arcade bars for adults, plus family-friendly options for the kids.
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2025
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2025
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5 companies will bring 800+ jobs to small-town NC
Five companies have committed to creating over 800 manufacturing and technology jobs across rural North Carolina counties, investing more than $128 million in the process.
Mar
2025
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7 NC shelters where you can take a dog on a day trip
Discover seven North Carolina animal shelters offering “doggy day out” programs where you can take shelter dogs on field trips and help them find homes.
Feb
2025
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Treatment, not prison: NC’s new $11M mental health initiative
North Carolina invests $11 million to expand mental health and substance use services, aiming to prevent incarceration and support justice-involved individuals
Feb
2025
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North Carolina pediatric flu deaths: A tragic reminder to vaccinate
North Carolina pediatric flu fatalities prompt urgent health warning: Officials stress vaccination as respiratory illnesses surge across the state.
Feb
2025
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‘We didn’t wait for anyone to save us’: A western NC town’s post-storm revival
In Marshall, a small town in western North Carolina, the community stands together as they rebuild their businesses and homes.
Feb
2025
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The future chefs of North Carolina: 5 high school teams compete in cooking competition
High school culinary teams compete in North Carolina Jr. Chef Competition, showcasing cooking skills and local ingredients.
Feb
2025
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Syntec expansion: 34 new jobs coming to Vance County
Syntec Precision Technology Corporation announced that its first North American facility will be in Henderson, bringing 34 new jobs to Vance County.
Feb
2025
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The 6 most ethical aquariums & zoos in North Carolina
Our look at the six most ethical zoos in North Carolina includes aquariums, museums, and “the best zoo in the country.”
Feb
2025
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15 significant stops along Fayetteville’s African American Heritage Trail
Black History Month is the perfect time to travel along Fayetteville’s African American Heritage Trail. Here are 15 notable stops.
7 classic roadside diners in North Carolina that are worth a detour
| September 9, 2025
Affordability | Asheville | CHARLOTTE | Community | CULTURE | EAT LOCAL | FAMILY | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | NC BEER | nc community | North Carolina | outer banks | RALEIGH | SMALL BUSINESS | TRAVEL
Hearty, mouth-watering food and an authentic atmosphere make these classic diners in North Carolina worth visiting—no matter how far you have to drive.
The real ballad of Frankie Silver, one of the first women executed in North Carolina
| August 28, 2025
Community | CULTURE | HARDGATE | History | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | NC HISTORY | North Carolina
Frankie Silver was the first white woman executed in North Carolina. Here’s the real story of what happened to her back in the 1830s.
Good News Friday: NC high schooler wins prestigious scholarship for her research on heart disease
| August 22, 2025
Cary high school student Jamie Cheng is one of just 21 students nationwide receiving the $25,000 scholarship. She's researching heart disease.
Corolla’s wild horses weather Hurricane Erin using a centuries’ old trick
| August 21, 2025
ANIMALS | Community | CULTURE | EXTREME WEATHER | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | Natural disaster | NC HISTORY | North Carolina | NORTH CAROLINA NEWS | OUTDOORS | outer banks | SAFETY | WATER | WEATHER
As Hurricane Erin moves by North Carolina, Corolla's wild horses weathered the storm thanks to a natural trick they’ve been using for centuries.
2025 guide to leaf peeping in North Carolina: When & where to go to see fall colors
| August 14, 2025
Asheville | Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | HARDGATE | HIKING | LIFESTYLE | North Carolina | OUTDOORS | RECREATION | THINGS TO DO
The Tar Heel State comes alive every fall as leaves begin to change colors. Discover when and where to go leaf peeping in North Carolina to witness the transformation.