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New list ranks 10 cutest towns in North Carolina. Here’s what’s on it
A new list from WorldAtlas names 10 North Carolina places their writers deemed the “cutest towns” in the state for 2026 – including a full half of the list located in Western NC.
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3 things happening in NC: Charlotte’s search for a new mayor heats up
More than 100 people applied to be the new mayor in Charlotte, including some big names. Plus, Juneteenth celebrations and medical examiners walk out.
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How love for the NC Blueberry Festival drives tourism and spending in Burgaw
Every year, the NC Blueberry Festival draws around 35,000 people to the little town of Burgaw, population 4,000.
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14 Juneteenth events in southeastern North Carolina
Here’s a look at 14 events marking Juneteenth in Southeastern North Carolina, from downtown Wilmington and Brunswick County to Pender County and historic Seabreeze near Carolina Beach.
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What happened to Buddy McCutcheon? A North Carolina true crime case
Almost 10 years have passed since 69-year-old Brenda McCutcheon was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her husband in Asheville, North Carolina.
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3 historic sites in eastern North Carolina that are beautiful too
A new USA Today list explores beautiful places with historic significance. Here are three in eastern North Carolina.
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‘Papertown’ film explores Canton mill closure, features new Dave Matthews song
A new film documents the rise and fall of a western North Carolina paper mill—with an assist from Dave Matthews.
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3 things happening in NC: This town started a festival for moonshine legend ‘the Cherry Bounce King’
Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes host the first games of NHL Stanley Cup Final, and a GOP plan to stop workplace picketing.
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3 things happening in NC: An overdue homage to Good Samaritan Hospital, one of America’s oldest hospitals for Black people
Honoring Good Samaritan Hospital, a historic site in Charlotte. Plus: Hockey heroics and Bear Shadow Music Festival returns.
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10 cheap & fun ways to spend Memorial Day Weekend in NC
Memorial Day kicks off fun in the sun for North Carolinians. Get started with these affordable ways to spend your weekend of remembrance.
