State News
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The best Mexican markets in North Carolina
These highly rated Mexican markets in North Carolina carry heaps of tasty Latin treats and groceries.
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Good News Friday: An NC State grad makes history with moon trip
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.”
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Joro spiders are back. Here’s where they’re found in North Carolina
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.
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Loch Norman Highland Games in April bring Scottish competition to the Carolinas
Celebrate Scottish culture with dance, food, music, and ancient strength events featuring 56-pound stones and 22-pound hammers at the Loch Norman Highland Games.
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Good News Friday: Raleigh honors three hero cops behind local water rescues
Three hero cops in Raleigh get their roses. Plus, the western NC town of Weaverville finally breaks ground on a long-delayed hospital. This is Good News Friday.
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Opinion: Mark Robinson’s comeback lacked one big thing—an apology
Mark Robinson, a disgraced Republican candidate for North Carolina governor, teased a comeback with a new “tell-all” interview. But he owes more than that to the millions of North Carolinians he insulted with his hateful campaigning.
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2026 guide to wildflowers in North Carolina: What to know & where to go
Enjoy a colorful spring with our all-encompassing guide on wildflowers in North Carolina.
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NC invests $26M to expand high-speed internet into additional rural areas by 2026
Thousands more rural North Carolinians will receive access to high-speed internet by the end of 2026, following a nearly $26 million state investment announced Monday.
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NC farmers are facing a severe financial squeeze in 2026. Here’s why
NC farmers are facing rising costs, extreme weather, and global trade pressures—making 2026 one of the toughest years in recent memory.
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All about the Barn Dinner Theatre in NC, the oldest dinner theater in America
Enjoy dinner and a show at Barn Dinner Theatre—the country’s longest-running dinner theater. Learn more about the iconic dinnertainment establishment.
