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Moravian Easter: An NC tradition older than our nation
During World War II, the sunrise service at Home Moravian was broadcast globally via the Armed Forces Radio Network.
Opinion
An urgent call to revitalize Winston-Salem’s declining corporate landscape
Winston-Salem’s potential for a comeback is immense, but it requires bold leadership, a clear vision, and a commitment to proactive economic development.
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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.
Opinion
NC race fans will find much to like in flawed ‘Ferrari’
Director Michael Mann damages but does not total his “Ferrari.” North Carolina has many perks: Cheerwine, Krispy Kreme, UNC basketball, the beauty of the mountains and the coast. But, for me, none of those hold a candle to witnessing adrenaline junkies racing customized chassis on the banked asphalts of Charlotte, North Wilkesboro, and Bowman Gray....
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The Old North State celebrates its 234th birthday today!
Today marks North Carolina’s 234th birthday! U.S. Sen. Ted Budd, R-NC, was among those remembering the Old North State’s special day on social media. On Nov. 21, 1789, North Carolina became the 12th state to ratify the United States Constitution and the only state with two ratification conventions. In 1729, the state started as a...
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Happy 233rd Birthday Old North State!
Today we celebrate North Carolina’s 233rd birthday! Many state officials, including state House Majority Leader John Bell, took to social media to acknowledge the big day. On Nov. 21, 1789, North Carolina became the 12th state to ratify the United States Constitution and the only state with two ratification conventions. In 1729, the state started...
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Report Chides N.C. Lawmakers’ Voting Record on Trade
GREENSBORO — A recent Heritage Foundation report says North Carolina’s congressional delegation “seems to be rejecting” the state’s “long and honorable record of support for open markets,” much to the detriment of the many thousands of constituents who owe their jobs to free trade.
Opinion
Doughnut Details and Public Health
RALEIGH -- When I first saw the headline, my heart sank. Panic crept into my chest. Life as I knew it was going to change, and there was nothing I could do about it.
Opinion
Do Doughnut Details Help Our Health?
Newly mandated calorie counts miss the point as the government pressures more people to adopt healthy eating habits.
News
Public Outrage Accompanying Revaluations
RALEIGH — Home foreclosure and unemployment rates are on the rise in North Carolina, but a new batch of property revaluations, and the tax hikes that often accompany them, could make life even more difficult for some residents.
Opinion
We Should Take Our Chances
It was a perfect weekend for dwelling on the problem of predictions, with popular elections occurring where they weren’t supposed to (Iraq) and icy conditions not occurring where they were supposed to (Piedmont NC).
News
Fables of the Deconstruction
Move over red state-blue state, here comes metro-retro to explain American life. Too bad it does not actually explain anything, especially cities of the New South.
