North Carolina voters broadly express confidence in the fairness of the election process, but sizable minorities still believe voter fraud and foreign influence could be major problems, according to a new poll.
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After a breather on Tuesday, the Carolina Panthers got back to the practice field for another installment of training camp.
- RICHARD CRAVER and JOHN DELL Winston-Salem Journal
Garrett said he doesn't perceive the $40 million in funding to the foundation as "an act of desperation" to retain the Wyndham Championship.
- Justin Pelletier The Charlotte Observer
NASCAR’s biggest in-season spectacle — with its largest single-athlete all-star payout of any North American sport — is returning to North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2027.
- USA Today Network
Former UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble says he had “the best four years that anybody could ask for” with the Tar Heels, but he plans on using a fifth year of eligibility to play at Louisville.
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — Assuming good health, we know who Kentucky’s starting quarterback will be when the Wildcats kick off the Will Stein coaching era against Youngstown State on Sept. 5. Notre Dame transfer Kenny Minchey gets glowing reviews from UK’s new head coach. “Tangibles, he’s really accurate. He throws on time. He’s got great feet, and he’s mobile. I think those are critical factors in ...
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Joe Gibbs Racing and M&M's will honor the late Kyle Busch with a special mosaic paint scheme on Ty Gibbs' No. 54 Toyota at Bristol's Bass Pro Shops Night Race.
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Adults 50 and older can join the College for Older Adults fall 2026 session, a six-week series of affordable, no-stress classes starting Sept. 15 in Abingdon.
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The City of Statesville proclaims Aug. 2-8, 2026, as National Health Center Week, recognizing community health centers and Kinegra Health for vital care.
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King University has promoted Scot Hundt to associate head coach of men’s basketball, recognizing his impact, player development background and leadership.
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