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New Voucher Bill Would Give Taxpayer Dollars to Schools That Discriminate Based on Religion
House Bill 823 would direct taxpayer dollars to schools that deny admissions to LGBTQ students, students whose families practice the “wrong” religion, or students who have special needs.
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46 Books to Put on Your Summer 2023 Reading List, According to Our Staff
We asked staffers to share recommendations for books to read this summer. Here’s what we came up with.
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It’s Mosquito Season in NC. Here are 5 Ways to Keep Them at Bay
Mosquito bites are no fun no matter where you get them, and unfortunately for us, North Carolina is a prime spot for them. Read on for 5 ways to keep them away from you and your patio.
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Explained: The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (Which Went Into Effect June 27)
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is a pivotal piece of legislation that aims to ensure equal treatment and protection for pregnant employees in the workplace. Here’s what you need to know about PWF.
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Republicans Poised to Further Undermine North Carolina Public Schools in Upcoming Votes
Proposed private school voucher expansions divert even more money from an already underfunded public school system, and fail to address severe teacher shortages.
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7 Summer Vacation Destinations to Check Out in North Carolina
From kayaking to wild ponies, exploring underground or floating down the world’s third oldest river, North Carolina has some pretty cool spots for your next summer vacation.
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Supreme Court Strikes Down Fringe NC GOP Theory That Trump Tried to Use to Overturn 2020 Election
The Court rejected NC Republicans’ “independent state legislature” theory—an extreme reading of the Constitution that would have turned election laws upside down.
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Richest Women in America
Stacker compiled a list of the richest women in America, using data from Forbes.
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Weird and Wondrous American Byways
Turns out taking the scenic route can pay big dividends, for both traveler and towns along the trail. Look no further than these popular byways for proof.
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Op-Ed: Private School Vouchers Violate NC’s ‘Moral Obligation’ to Provide Public Education
The head of the state’s education association says proposed legislation would benefit wealthy families but do nothing to address urgent issues in public schools.
























