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Tips to avoid scams during the holiday season
Scammers are kicking their operations into high gear for the holidays and consumers in North Carolina and across the country should be on high alert.
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A North Carolina hospital was slated to open in 2025. Mired in bureaucracy, it’s still a dirt field.
Madison County, tucked in the mountains of western North Carolina, has no hospital and just three ambulances serving its roughly 22,000 people.
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New Trump EPA rule would drastically curb protections for NC wetlands
If a new Trump EPA rule goes into effect, NC wetlands would be in more jeopardy, increasing the risk of flooding during major storms, environmental groups say.
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NC to launch Helene housing repair and rebuilding program in early 2026
Helene housing repair programs in NC will focus on single-family housing, multi-family housing, and workforce housing beginning in early 2026, Gov. Josh Stein says.
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The Geminids meteor shower is peaking. Here’s how to watch in NC
The Geminids meteor shower, one of the best celestial lightshows of the year, peaks in mid-December. Here’s how to find the optimal “dark sky” spots to watch it in NC.
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3 things happening in NC this week: ‘The Nutcracker’ reimagined
Every week, Cardinal & Pine curates three things happening in NC that are worth your time and money. This week, Southport’s “Winterfest” speeds toward its annual flotilla, a one-of-a-kind experience in New Bern, and a modern take on “The Nutcracker.”
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Discover these 9 farmers’ markets in Greensboro
Farmers’ markets in Greensboro carry a distinct personality shaped by North Carolina’s agricultural heritage and diverse geography, making them a better spot to get fresh goods than a traditional supermarket.
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5 of the best international markets in Greensboro
These five can’t-miss international markets in Greensboro stand out not only because of what they sell, but because of what they make possible.
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Hidden PFAS pollution uncovered in NC as EPA proposes reporting rollback
As researchers uncover even more PFAS contamination in NC, the Trump administration wants to loosen PFAS regulations.
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Good News Friday: Gov. Josh Stein announces $5 million in grants for rural NC
This week’s Good News Friday roundup includes big “Giving Tuesday” gifts, rural improvements announced by Gov. Josh Stein, and a major honor for a Charlotte museum.
