Drivers would have 30 days — up from 10 currently — to respond to a notification of a lapse in their auto insurance coverage.
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Who are the ACC's best coaches heading into 2026? Here's a look at USA TODAY's preseason head coaches rankings in the conference:
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The point guard, often called the floor general, acts as the quarterback on the court. Few programs can match North Carolina’s lineage at the position.
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The victim had multiple stab wounds and cuts across his body.
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The class of 2026 will be inducted into the new hall of fame on Aug. 1 during the Jack Ingrham Memorial event.
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Edwards said stepping away from restaurant ownership would leave the couple more time for his congressional duties in western North Carolina.
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A bill recently voted on by the U.S. House of Representatives could make daylight saving time permanent, eliminating the controversial practice of twice-yearly clock changes.
A lost 16-year-old boy doggedly walked 11 miles in six hours to try and find his way out of Nantahala National Forest.
While North Carolina is split into two regions by the Old Farmer's Almanac, the regions received similar temperature predictions for this fall.
Ski area operators will have limited, if any, liability from "any person who voluntarily participates in skiing for any damage or injury to property or persons."
North Carolina leads the nation in an undesirable category, claiming the title of the highest number of snakebites per 100,000 residents.
Buried in North Carolina’s late state budget — now law under the governor’s signature — are two provisions that alter how students are disciplined at public colleges and universities.
North Carolina’s new state budget includes a recurring $10.2 million for wildlife crossings and habitat connectivity, paving the way for animal-friendly overpasses and underpasses, particularly in the state’s western mountains.
North Carolina’s public schools could have an easier time recruiting and retaining educators as a result of changes to teacher licensure laws included in the recently approved state budget.
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N.C. State, North Carolina, Duke, East Carolina, High Point and Campbell were represented in this season’s draft.
Colorado Buffaloes Coach Deion Sanders discusses taking one game at a time. Sanders talks about how they had a wonderful camp, but also he said that the coachiing staff he has right now is the best one he has had. he also emphasizes they have the team to win and he is excited.
Justin Verlander reveals pitch grips and strategy ahead of his final All Star Game appearance.
The R&A confirmed to Golfweek that the following policy covering “serious misconduct” is in effect this week at Royal Birkdale.
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Jane Moody establishes the Raymond and Louise Moody Endowed Scholarship at Catawba College to honor her parents and support future students with financial need.
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Corn earworm moth activity is high, making blooming soybeans vulnerable. Scout at R3 and use economic thresholds and tools to decide if treatment is needed.
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Purple Heart Homes volunteers built a safe new porch and ramp for Navy veteran Denise Champion, helping her live independently before an upcoming knee surgery.
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Free in-person workshop at Mayland Community College helps North Carolina farm and forest landowners plan, preserve and improve their land with expert guidance.
🎧 The hosts explore personal reinvention, lifelong obligations and whether pursuing fulfillment can justify leaving behind commitments, relationships and the people who depend upon us.
🎧 Topics include confronting dishonesty, declining a destination wedding you can’t afford, using technology appropriately in nature and getting proper credit at work.
🎧 As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, the hosts examine patriotism, historical memory and whether gratitude can coexist with honest reflection.
“The star of ‘The Next Pro,’ the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ reality spinoff, isn’t some 20-something dancer but judge Shirley Ballas,” Bruce Miller writes in his review.
After 27 years of diplomacy, a doughnut hole of unprotected land along the Blue Ridge Parkway has been acquired by the Blue Ridge Conservancy in North Carolina.
I would not choose to go through life alone. It is too hard. Real joy comes to us from watching those we love grow, play, pretend, argue and make up. I cannot convey in words the pain of loneliness and being without family. Let me just say that no one I know who lives that way enjoys it. You can put on a brave face, live nicely and even become famous, but without love, it’s hardly worth the journey.
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