Opinion
Gen Z, especially in NC, should proudly celebrate America’s 250th
Despite the milestone, Gallup found American pride at its lowest in the 25 years it has asked — with Gen Z the least proud generation in the country.
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CJ exclusive: Shatner reflects on legacy ahead of NC appearances
On Wednesday, April 15, he will visit Greensboro’s Tanger Center; and on Friday, April 17, he will head to Charlotte’s Ovens Auditorium.
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North Carolinian to journey around the moon
Before space, Koch spent formative years in NC. She is set to be the first woman to fly around the Moon and travel beyond low Earth orbit.
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Battle of Moores Creek Bridge film spotlights key Revolutionary battle
"There are countless stories that may seem small at first, but they carry a powerful impact. The Battle of Moores Creek Bridge is one of those stories," said Rene Olmos, director and producer.
Opinion
Tales of adventure engage young readers
Only 36% of today’s 13-year-olds say they read for fun at least once a week. Back in 1984, the share of young American teens who did so was 70%.
Opinion
Evil has always targeted the innocent, but God triumphs in the end
Many of us in NC are praying for those grieving unimaginable losses in that Christian community, and this tragedy has likely reopened old wounds, deepened personal losses, and caused a profound sadness. Allow me, as a pastor, to speak to this sorrow through the comfort of God’s Word.
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Lawmakers explore oxygen therapy as game-changer for PTSD and TBI
Buzzard watched nine friends who he was deployed with commit suicide, all of whom had been on psychoactive drugs. He said he wants hyperbaric oxygen therapy to be an option for as many veterans as possible.
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Moore files bill closing radar gap in high-risk areas
A bill that would update the National Weather Service's radar network has been introduced by US Rep. Tim Moore. The bill is co-sponsored by US Reps. Pat Harrigan, R-NC10, and Deborah Ross, D-NC02.
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UNC-Chapel Hill senior becomes youngest female astronaut to cross the edge of space
UNC-Chapel Hill senior Karsen Kitchen went into space as part of Blue Origin's eighth human spaceflight and the 26th mission of the New Shepard program. Kitchen, made history as the youngest female astronaut to cross the Karman Line, the edge of space.
Opinion
Replace NC’s embarrassing science standards with the Franklin Standards
NC can have excellent science instruction in its public K-12 schools — but only if it tosses out its current standards and makes sure the current standard-makers have nothing to do with crafting the replacement.
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Edenton couple uplifts tea and the American spirit at local shop
“We have really endeavored here to honor their memory and the fact that this is such a pivotal moment in history,” Laurie said. “Now we drink tea on our own terms.”
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Monday’s solar eclipse: What you need to know
Meteorologists warn to only attempt to view the eclipse using glasses designed for that purpose. Prime viewing from the central part of the state should be beginning at 2pm and lasting through 4:30pm, with a peak around 3:12pm.
