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Charlotte’s $650 million splurge on BofA Stadium renovations named 2024’s ‘Worst Economic Development Deal of the Year’

The Queen City is paying a King’s ransom for renovations to Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers NFL franchise, and it’s earned them an award of which taxpayers should be wary. The “Worst Economic Development Deal of the Year” award, which has been given annually by the Center for Economic Accountability (CEA)...

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Place your bets! Sports betting officially becomes legal in NC

It is official. Sports betting is now legal in North Carolina. Anyone 21 or older holding an account with a licensed operator can use their phone or electronic device to place sports wagers starting at noon. The first wagers will be made on mobile devices, as no operator has been approved for in-person wagering at this time.

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