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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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Cross-country wolf exchange aims to rebuild critically endangered population
Recently, Durham’s Museum of Life and Science participated in a red wolf swap. Here’s what you need to know.
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NC residents and coastline both test positive for toxic forever chemicals
Forever chemicals, known as PFAS, have been found in North Carolina residents, as well as the state’s sea foam. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Asheville is the most haunted city in North Carolina, & these 3 places prove it
Asheville has a uniquely haunted history. Here are three sites that prove it’s the spookiest city in NC.
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Raleigh residents help power city buses — literally
Around 70 GoRaleigh buses are set to be fueled by natural gas. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Cue Paula Cole: The “Dawson’s Creek” house in North Carolina can finally be yours
The “Dawson’s Creek” house in Wilmington, North Carolina is up for sale for the first time. Here are all the details.
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The Social Security Administration is no longer issuing paper checks. Here’s what you need to know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has switched to electronic forms of payment. Here’s how you can set up your automatic payments with ease.
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Lake Lure Flowering Bridge to bloom again with FEMA funding
Hurricane Helene wiped out the Lake Lure Flowering Bridge in September 2024. Now, it’s set to be rebuilt.
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As final season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ wraps up, here’s where you can go in NC to relive your favorite scenes
The series finale of Amazon Prime’s hit show, “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” airs today. Here’s everything you need to know about its NC filming locations.
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5 creepy things you never knew about North Carolina
These lesser-known facts and stories about North Carolina will make your hair stand on end.



















