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Who are the five best wings in North Carolina Tar Heels basketball history?

Who are the five best wings in North Carolina Tar Heels basketball history?

  • USA Today Network

After ranking the top five point guards in North Carolina men’s basketball history, the focus now shifts to the best wings to play in Chapel Hill.

It took 60 years to name this rare NC fish. Now the state can act to save it.

It took 60 years to name this rare NC fish. Now the state can act to save it.

  • Luke Bowles The News & Observer (Raleigh)

Scientists first collected this species in 1961, yet it remained nameless for over 60 years, becoming rarer and rarer in its natural habitat. 

Carolina Panthers' Will Grier retires a week before training camp; is Cowboys staff job next

Carolina Panthers' Will Grier retires a week before training camp; is Cowboys staff job next

  • USA Today Network

Will Grier has decided to hang up his cleats, and Cowboys fans are already wondering if it means he's coming back to Dallas for a third stint.

Catawba Riverkeeper: North Carolina parking reform to protect waterways and communities

Catawba Riverkeeper: North Carolina parking reform to protect waterways and communities

  • Catawba Riverkeeper

The bill eliminates off-street parking minimums, regulations requiring developers to build a fixed number of parking spaces regardless of market demand. 

NCDOT launches interactive 'Projects Near Me' tool

NCDOT launches interactive 'Projects Near Me' tool

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The N.C. Department of Transportation recently launched an interactive online tool called Projects Near Me, where people can explore a map featuring a wide range of state transportation project data.

NC license plate readers are here to stay after a statewide test run

NC license plate readers are here to stay after a statewide test run

  • Esther Frances The News & Observer (Raleigh)

After a lengthy statewide pilot program, automatic license plate readers are here to stay in North Carolina.  

9 things to know about the Hickory Crawdads first-ever MiLB series against the Warbirds

9 things to know about the Hickory Crawdads first-ever MiLB series against the Warbirds

  • Mark Parker Hickory Daily Record Sports Correspondent

The Crawdads return home from a 12-game, two-week road trip that stretched back into late June. 

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Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

Inside the story of the Burnsville Batman, a NC town's caped crusader

Inside the story of the Burnsville Batman, a NC town's caped crusader

After 30 years at Baxter, McDowell Tech student is building her next career

After 30 years at Baxter, McDowell Tech student is building her next career

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Unexpected finds made in blue marlin caught during NC tournament, scientists say

Unexpected finds made in blue marlin caught during NC tournament, scientists say

The winning fish caught during North Carolina’s Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament are proving to be full of surprises for researchers tasked with sampling the carcasses. 

NC won’t let Carowinds roller coaster reopen until after new state safety inspection

NC won’t let Carowinds roller coaster reopen until after new state safety inspection

Carowinds’ most popular roller coaster Fury 325 remains closed during the height of the Carolina amusement park’s summer season.

Foothills Conservancy of NC expands staff with new operations manager

Foothills Conservancy of NC expands staff with new operations manager

The position was identified as a priority during the organization's strategic planning process.

2 NC cities rank among worst in the US for bed bugs, Orkin says. Here’s where

2 NC cities rank among worst in the US for bed bugs, Orkin says. Here’s where

North Carolina is home to two of the worst cities in the U.S. for bed bug infestations — and the numbers are worse than last year, according to Orkin.

Enter CLT Airport giveaway to win this piece of aviation history

Enter CLT Airport giveaway to win this piece of aviation history

One lucky winner will be the new owner of a prized piece of aviation history: a retired airfield sign. 

'Here for the long haul': NC governor calls for more federal aid in Helene recovery

'Here for the long haul': NC governor calls for more federal aid in Helene recovery

Seated in a quiet downtown coffee shop across the street from Asheville’s Center for Craft, Gov. Josh Stein offered three blunt takeaways on Helene recovery.

Audit finds North Carolina behind on inspecting old dumps, landfills for hazards

Audit finds North Carolina behind on inspecting old dumps, landfills for hazards

Old landfills and dumps that could contain dangerous materials are going uninspected across North Carolina, a new audit found. 

Raises are coming for NC teachers and state employees. When will they show up in paychecks?

Raises are coming for NC teachers and state employees. When will they show up in paychecks?

Here’s everything you should know about the timing of raises and bonuses if you are paid by the state.

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Camping World property in Marion sold to Christian mission organization

Camping World property in Marion sold to Christian mission organization

  • Mike Conley

"This site can house and feed approximately 80 volunteers who will work on homes in McDowell and surrounding counties.”

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US Launches Fresh Strikes As Iran Says Civilian Sites Were Hit

US Launches Fresh Strikes As Iran Says Civilian Sites Were Hit

Trump reviving election fraud claims to contest midterm results, say Democrats

Trump reviving election fraud claims to contest midterm results, say Democrats

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LeBron James - 'Warriors? Philly? Miami? Yankees?' as the four-time champion teases his NBA future.

LeBron James - 'Warriors? Philly? Miami? Yankees?' as the four-time champion teases his NBA future.

LeBron James - 'Warriors? Philly? Miami? Yankees?' as the four-time champion teases his NBA future.

Dabo Swinney: Clemson has history of success, even if 'we stunk' in 2025

Dabo Swinney: Clemson has history of success, even if 'we stunk' in 2025

With Clemson coming off a 7-6 finish in 2026, coach Dabo Swinney highlights the Tigers' run of success over the last six years.

NHL Teams with the LONGEST Stanley Cup Droughts Updated

NHL Teams with the LONGEST Stanley Cup Droughts Updated

NHL Teams with the LONGEST Stanley Cup Droughts Revealed Discover the NHL teams stuck in the longest Stanley Cup droughts in 2026! From the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 58-year wait to the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks’ 55 -year struggles, we reveal the shocking stories behind these champions…

Illinois extends athletic director Josh Whitman’s contract through 2036

Illinois extends athletic director Josh Whitman’s contract through 2036

Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman received a contract extension through 2036 after the university’s board of trustees approved a new deal Thursday. Under the new terms, Whitman will receive a base salary of $2.15 million in the upcoming school year and will get a salary bump of $100,000 every year until 2035-36, when a $200,000 bump will put his salary at $3.15 million. Whitman will ...

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Family activities in the Blue Ridge Mountains

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Plan a family trip to McDowell County in the Blue Ridge Mountains with gem mining, easy waterfall hikes, indoor attractions, historic sites and Linville Caverns.

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Statesville proclaims July 2026 parks and recreation month

Statesville proclaims July 2026 parks and recreation month

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Mayor J. Douglas Hendrix proclaims July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in Statesville, recognizing parks’ role in health, economy and community well-being.

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City of Statesville invites community to Statesville Heritage Festival

City of Statesville invites community to Statesville Heritage Festival

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Statesville Heritage Festival on Aug. 1 offers free admission, history exhibits, performances, and a backpack giveaway to help families prepare for the school year.

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Raymond and Louise Moody endowed scholarship at Catawba College

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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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Chuck Lorre's ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ brings back familiar faces

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Before “The Big Bang Theory” ended, creator Chuck Lorre envisioned a sequel featuring a portal to other universes in the comic bookstore, aiming to explore a bigger genre with special effects and computer graphics.

Inside the story of the Burnsville Batman, a NC town's caped crusader

Inside the story of the Burnsville Batman, a NC town's caped crusader

The town of Burnsville has the hero it needs — a silent guardian, a watchful protector, a Dark Knight.

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