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Opinion: It’s not about mental health. It’s about guns.
After Wednesday’s school shooting in Georgia—the 23rd on an American campus this year—a therapist from Charlotte talks about Republicans’ latest attempt to scapegoat mental health rather than guns. A 14-year-old boy opened fire and killed four people at his Georgia high school Wednesday. Another eight students and one teacher were reportedly injured. It is the…
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Public education’s price tag: What North Carolina teachers pay to teach
As the school year begins, North Carolina public school teacher Sarah Lewis found herself not just preparing lesson plans, but footing a bill her state should be covering.
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Where are Millennials in the U.S. buying the most homes?
Millennials, born between 1981 and 1996, have positioned themselves as the largest cohort of homebuyers. Here’s where they’re buying houses.
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The ‘sandwich generation’ is strained: How to save for retirement while caring for kids and aging parents
50 hours, that’s the amount of time America’s “sandwich generation” spends caring for both children and aging parents every week. Here’s what you need to know.
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The reason North Carolina students’ mental health is finally on the rise
North Carolina students’ mental health improved with increased physical activity, per the 2023 NC Youth Risk Behavior Surveys.
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North Carolina expands human donor milk program with 5 new depots
The NC Department of Health and Human Services expanded its Human Donor Milk Program, adding five depots statewide to enhance infant health.
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The 7 ‘durable skills’ you need to land a job in North Carolina
The NC Commerce and Education Departments recently released their findings on which “durable skills” are in highest demand.
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LETRS program proves successful as NC outshines national averages in K-3 literacy
Thanks to the LETRS program, North Carolina K-3 students outperformed national averages in literacy for the third straight year.
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11 fall festivals in NC you can’t miss in 2024
Autumn in North Carolina means more than just changing leaves—it’s festival season! Say goodbye to boring weekends and check out these 11 events that’ll have you celebrating all season long.
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The best BBQ in Charlotte, according to Reddit
Locals have shared their top picks for must-try BBQ joints in Charlotte.
