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Mark Robinson blasts public spending as his family nonprofit rakes in taxpayer funds

Over the past decade, Robinson's household has relied on income from Balanced Nutrition Inc., a nonprofit founded by his wife, Yolanda Hill, that administered a free lunch program for North Carolina children. The organization, funded entirely by taxpayers, has collected roughly $7 million in government funding since 2017, while paying out at least $830,000 in salaries to Hill, Robinson and other members of their family, tax filings and state documents show.

Mark Robinson stands on stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, in February 2024. (ZACH ROBERTS/NURPHOTO/AP)
Good News Friday: This historic Revolutionary War document is returning home to North Carolina

Good News Friday: This historic Revolutionary War document is returning home to North Carolina

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The Halifax Resolves, a crucial Revolutionary War document, announced North Carolina's plans to declare independence. Plus, a slate of new Helene recovery programs.
North Carolina is America’s largest producer of both sweet potatoes and tobacco, both of which have long histories in the state.

North Carolina is the nation’s top producer of these two things

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North Carolina produces two crops at greater volume than any other US state—learn what they are and their history in NC.
If you can’t imagine missing out on authentic Mexican food, though, the good news is that there are plenty of Mexican markets in North Carolina.

The best Mexican markets in North Carolina

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These highly rated Mexican markets in North Carolina carry heaps of tasty Latin treats and groceries.
Good News Friday: NC State grad heads for the moon

Good News Friday: An NC State grad makes history with moon trip

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Astronaut Christina Koch, an NC State grad, heads to the moon. Plus, hundreds of thousands of eggs donated for Easter and an owl returns home in Cardinal & Pine's "Good News Friday."
Joro spiders are back in North Carolina. Here's where they can be found

Joro spiders are back. Here’s where they’re found in North Carolina

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In North Carolina, Joro spiders were first spotted in the western region of the state, and the state's established population has largely remained in western NC.