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The John Locke Foundation presents: ‘A Letter to the King’

October 25 marks the anniversary of the Edenton Tea Party of 1774, a historical event crucial to American history, without which there might not have been a Declaration of Independence. In celebration of this anniversary, the John Locke Foundation will release its newest production, “A Letter to the King,” on October 30. This docudrama will...

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America’s 250th from the NC POV

The General Assembly’s Semiquincentennial Committee held its third meeting Thursday to discuss ongoing plans to commemorate North Carolina’s role in America’s founding during 250th Anniversary celebrations in 2026. Invited speakers included Michael Leonard, from The Conservation Fund, and Rep. Edward Goodwin (R) from North Carolina’s 1st District, which includes the historic town of Edenton. Leonard began his remarks by...

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Comment period extended for Biden-Harris whale rule that would devastate NC businesses

There is still time to comment on a proposed requirement by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that, if enacted by the Biden-Harris Administration, would devastate businesses and tourism along the North Carolina coast.

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NC fishing charters could lose 30% of business under Biden admin whale rule

The North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, proposed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), would restrict vessels greater than or equal to 35 feet (10.7 m) and less than 65 feet (19.8 m) in length to 10 knots (roughly 11 mph) along much of the Eastern Seaboard during the whales’ migration and calving season, from November to May.

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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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Counterfeit, THC infused snacks seized across North Carolina

North Carolina Secretary of State, Democrat Elaine Marshall led a press conference in New Hanover County this week shining light onto counterfeited, THC-infused snacks being sold across the State. Alongside the New Hanover County Sheriff’s office, Marshall reported $170,000 worth of these infused snacks were seized as a result of 8 search warrants and 24...