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What updating North Carolina marijuana laws would mean for western NC
North Carolina is one of only 10 states without a regulated adult-use marijuana market or medical marijuana program. Some state leaders are hoping to change that.
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3 things happening in NC: Duke Energy wants a big rate hike in your utility bill
As Duke Energy makes its case for a big rate hike, North Carolina hosts several public hearings about it. Here’s your chance to speak out.
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ICE deported two Durham kids and their parents after routine check-in, Siembra NC says
“This family was lured into the check-in office under a false pretense of safety, and they were ripped away from their lives, from their school, and deported in about 48 hours,” Siembra said.
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Good News Friday: This historic Revolutionary War document is returning home to North Carolina
The Halifax Resolves, a crucial Revolutionary War document, announced North Carolina’s plans to declare independence. Plus, a slate of new Helene recovery programs.
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‘In a very bad place’: A western NC county’s wait for federal Helene reimbursement
Henderson County in western NC has spent millions on storm damage, but local leaders say they’re still waiting for federal Helene reimbursement from the Trump administration.
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Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, April 10-16
Across North Carolina, there are opportunities to get involved in your community and make a difference. From in-person town halls to virtual events, there is something for everyone.
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ECU Health’s plan to reopen rural NC hospital offers hope to Martin County
A rural NC community in Martin County has been without a local hospital for three years now. But ECU Health has a plan to reopen it as a “Rural Emergency” hospital.
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As measles cases rise, NC doctors fight vaccine hesitancy
The best place to counter online falsehoods is the local doctor’s office, where many physicians have treated patients from infancy through adulthood. The measles virus evades your body’s defenses by initially disguising itself as part of the immune system, kind of like when Robert DeNiro dressed as an EMT to steal an ambulance in the…
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Why are gas prices so high? NC, US hit $4 as Iran war continues
Trump’s war in Iran continues to impact gas prices in NC and across the nation. So where are the highest and lowest gas prices in NC?
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3 things happening in NC: Azalea Festival returns to ring in the spring
Wilmington’s Azalea Festival features celebrities, a parade, and a street fair. Plus, NC marks the anniversary of the Halifax Resolves and the AutoFair showcases rolling history.
