LOCAL NEWS
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Here’s how to help and get help after Hurricane Helene
How to report a missing loved one, get assistance clearing debris and where to donate water and money.
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Supplies rushed to western NC communities isolated by Helene as death toll rises to at least 107
At least 107 people in six states were killed. A North Carolina county that includes the mountain city of Asheville reported 30 people killed.
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OPINION: This is the most important election in North Carolina in 2024, by far
The governor’s race is crucial. The presidential election is enormous. But in North Carolina, no race has bigger stakes for the democratic process than one low-visibility race for NC Supreme Court.
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Durham Black business owners stand behind Harris’ vision for small business growth
Local small business owners and lawmakers rallies recently behind Kamala Harris’ new small business proposal, which includes expanded tax credits, cutting red tape, and easing startup costs.
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Good News Friday: UNC-Chapel Hill student Karsen Kitchen just became the youngest woman ever in space
UNC-Chapel Hill student Karsen Kitchen flew to space Thursday on a Blue Origin rocket. Plus: College football’s back, and an intriguing new way to pass along good info. Optimism is smart. It’s better for us. It fuels us. And it leads to creation. Because it’s hard to make something good when you don’t believe that…
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Good News Friday: Looking to start fall early? The NC Apple Festival is back!
Our weekly roundup of positive stories from North Carolina embraces autumn at the NC Apple Festival. Plus: Raleigh gets a new downtown park and three NC BBQ joints made a list of the best in the South.
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Duke confronts its problematic history with new Cherokee Language Course
Duke University introduces its first-ever Cherokee language course, confronting its problematic history and promoting cultural diversity in higher education.
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Good News Friday: The NC Zoo was voted the best in the country
The NC Zoo also welcomed a baby antelope. Plus, an NC-developed cancer treatment and community support for a Raleigh Olympian
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Good News Friday: Amazing, medal-winning comebacks from North Carolina’s Olympians
Our North Carolina Olympians are crushing it in Paris. Plus, check out some of NC’s bucket list destinations. Happy Good News Friday! We’re here to brighten up a very rainy week with some positive NC news stories. For past editions of our weekly positive story roundup, go here. Simone Biles and other international gymnastics stars…
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What to know about August’s Full Blue Moon, the first Supermoon of the year
Discover everything you need to know about August’s Full Blue Moon, the first Supermoon of 2024.
