Which NC cities are best to retire in? Here’s how they rank
A new WalletHub listing takes a look at the top 182 US cities to retire in. NC cities didn't fare too well.
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Durham, NC: The traveler’s guide to Bull City
Durham’s art, dining, outdoor, and sports scenes make it an all-weather city; it’s worthy of a visit any time of year.
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There’s a good chance your Thanksgiving meal came from NC
Wondering where your Thanksgiving meal came from? A huge portion of ham and turkey sales came from NC.
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Maggie Valley elk gets help after becoming tangled in a toddler swing
On November 28, Maggie Valley residents spotted an elk with a toddler’s swing stuck in its antlers. Today, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission went out to help—here’s what you need to know.
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NASCAR antitrust trial opens with Michael Jordan on hand and huge stakes
Michael Jordan's case against NASCAR could change the shape of stock car racing. Here's what's at stake.
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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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Meet the NC turkeys pardoned this Thanksgiving
Every Thanksgiving since 1989, leaders in America have offered a reprieve to a few lucky gobblers. Here are the NC turkeys pardoned this year.
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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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3 things happening in NC this week: Thanksgiving parades and Christmas comes early
It's 3 things happening in NC this week. This week, North Carolina’s largest Thanksgiving parade gives way to Christmas celebrations on the coast and a rivalry football game.
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Finding digital detox retreats in NC
Digital detox retreats are growing in popularity and helping people reconnect with humanity. Check out these options for an illuminating getaway.
Verizon offers payments following outage. How NC users can get one
| January 16, 2026
Verizon customers are eligible for a payment from the carrier following a seven-hour outage that affected much of the U.S., including parts of North Carolina.
Black workers disproportionately displaced by AI as tech grows
| January 16, 2026
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Experts say AI will disproportionately impact Black and brown workers through displacement and the environmental burden of data centers, which are more likely to be located in marginalized communities.
How Trump’s rollbacks to the Endangered Species Act could impact NC
| January 15, 2026
The Trump administration wants to roll back the Endangered Species Act, a law that experts say has been key to preserving animals like the bald eagle and the red wolf.
Here are the NC stops for the Buddhist monks’ ‘Walk for Peace’
| January 15, 2026
What to know about the Buddhist monks and their "Walk for Peace," which includes multiple stops in North Carolina.
Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
| January 15, 2026
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Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.