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3 things happening in NC this week: ‘The Nutcracker’ reimagined
Every week, Cardinal & Pine curates three things happening in NC that are worth your time and money. This week, Southport’s “Winterfest” speeds toward its annual flotilla, a one-of-a-kind experience in New Bern, and a modern take on “The Nutcracker.”
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ICE begins a ‘clear escalation’ of arrests in the Triangle, Siembra NC says
The arrests have included several people who were in the final stages of the process to gain legal status, the immigrant rights group says.
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Good News Friday: Gov. Josh Stein announces $5 million in grants for rural NC
This week’s Good News Friday roundup includes big “Giving Tuesday” gifts, rural improvements announced by Gov. Josh Stein, and a major honor for a Charlotte museum.
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More industries want a break from Trump immigration policies
The Trump administration gave a break to farms after his immigration crackdown left them short on workers. Now other industries are asking for the same break from Trump immigration policies.
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Congressman Don Davis files for reelection in a district Republicans stacked against him
A federal court recently approved a new 2026 election map intended to make it impossible for Davis, the incumbent Democrat, to win. But that Republican calculus may not be as certain as it once seemed.
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4-day school weeks grow in popularity across the US, but what are the effects?
School districts in rural places are increasingly turning to 4-day school weeks, but there’s mixed data on how the change impacts students.
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ICE to send 50 more agents to Raleigh, immigrant rights group says
Siembra NC says it expects ICE to increase its presence in the city even if they may not engage in the “racial profiling” seen during last month’s Border Patrol raids.
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3 things happening in NC this week: Iryna’s Law and the 2026 election begins now
Our picks for 3 things happening this week in NC: Iryna’s Law takes effect, despite concerns. The 2026 election officially begins, and the chance to be a viking in Oxford.
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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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North Carolina continues to fail new moms and their babies, annual report shows
For the third year in a row, the March of Dimes gave the state a D+ for its record of ensuring healthy pregnancies and providing adequate access to prenatal care.
