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REVIEW: Durham’s Janora McDuffie Delivers Love, Laughter and Hard Truths in ‘Earth, Wind & Car Fire’

DURHAM, N.C. — I expected to laugh. I expected to be entertained. What I didn’t expect was to find myself fighting back tears as a woman onstage described an experience I knew all too well. Waiting for cancer test results. That agonizing period between undergoing medical tests and...

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Michael Malone reveals the message he delivered to Jarin Stevenson upon taking the job at UNC

The new UNC head coach shared details of an early conversation with Stevenson and his family about helping the talented forward take the next step in his development.

Chapel Hill, NC · 1d

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No Reservation? Take A Bar Seat, Then Order The Prime Rib At This Airy North Carolina Steakhouse

Every booking app says the same thing on a busy Durham evening: no tables left. Most people give up right there and settle for a drive-thru bag on the way home. A smarter few keep walking, slide onto a stool at the bar, and order the dish that keeps selling out before the night is over. This is a story about one downtown steakhouse that rewards that bit of nerve.

Durham, NC · 17h

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This North Carolina Public University Gives In-State Students The Best Value In America

Some of the oldest college buildings in the country sit just a short drive from many North Carolina homes. They belong to a school with a basketball program known far beyond the state line and a medical reputation that reaches across the Southeast. For families here, that kind of prestige...

Chapel Hill, NC · 1d

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

How social media reacted to UNC's road smackdown of UConn

The North Carolina Tar Heels needed to win Saturday's football game against UConn , particularly after a pair of close losses to Syracuse and Miami (FL). UNC started rough, punting and turning the football over on its first two drives, then everything shifted with a game-changing turnover. Sophomore linebacker Timir Hickman-Collins intercepted Kalieb Osborne's pass with five minutes left in the opening quarter, returned it 62 yards to the end zone and kickstarted North Carolina's 38-21 victory. The Tar Heels (5-4, 2-3 ACC) forced an Osborne fumble early in second quarter action, then scored their third touchdown four plays later. UNC totaled 419 yards and scored in all four quarters, with five different players finding the end zone. Jelani Thurman continued his breakout campaign, catching two Billy Edwards touchdowns to reach eight this fall. With his eighth score, Thurman tied Mike Chatham's single-season record for most by a tight end. Thurman finished his afternoon with 64 yards and two scores, his second-straight week with multiple touchdowns. Few people know how North Carolina's running back room will look on a given game day, with three starting-caliber backs in the fold. Jaylen McGill started the game and Demon June recorded a team-high

Chapel Hill, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

Best Indian food? These 4 Triangle restaurants rank among the nation's favorites

Eight North Carolina restaurants rank among the nation’s best places to eat Indian food. And half of those fan-favorite dining destinations are in the Triangle, a new report finds. FULL STORY: 4 Triangle restaurants rank among the nation’s best for Indian food Here are key takeaways: To create the list of the top 100 Indian restaurants in the country, Yelp studied customer feedback. The restaurant review website said the results published Oct. 29 highlight the “most-loved spots in the U.S. for classic and trending Indian flavors.” Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar in Chapel Hill’s Meadowmont Village shopping center ranked highest among the Triangle spots at No. 18 on Yelp’s list. Three Raleigh restaurants also made the cut: Bombay Curry on Strickland Road at No. 41, Masala House on East Millbrook Road at No. 65 and Mustang House on Fayetteville Street at No. 72. Bombay Curry was named the nation’s favorite place for Indian takeout on DoorDash in 2024. Restaurants in Durham also have received recent nods for Indian cuisine. Four other North Carolina restaurants made the latest list from Yelp: Curry Gate in Charlotte (No. 32), Curry Palace in Burlington (No. 67), Mehfil in Asheville (No. 76) and

North Carolina · 2d

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After tough loss to No. 1 Gamecocks, Banghart says growth comes from being ‘uncomfortable’

CHARLOTTE — Elite programs always deliver tough lessons if you aren’t on your game, and No. 12 North Carolina got a few of those on Sunday. The Tar Heels are 0–2 for the second time in program history, after only hanging with No. 1 South Carolina for the first 11 minutes. The Gamecocks, deep with talent, kept pouring it on in an 84–39 victory in the Spectrum Center at the Ally Tipoff.

Chapel Hill, NC · 11h

HBCU Gameday

“Still Not Done Yet”: JCSU Football Headed for CIAA Championship Rematch

“Still Not Done Yet” takes on new meaning as JCSU football returns to the CIAA championship to face Virginia Union. With Brick x Brick cameras rolling, revisit last year’s breakthrough in the two-part championship event now streaming on Tubi. The post “Still Not Done Yet”: JCSU Football Headed for CIAA Championship Rematch appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

Durham, NC · 1d

Salisbury Post

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East Spencer announces town manager hire

EAST SPENCER — The town of East Spencer has selected its next town manager following a months-long search. Brian Hart, who is currently assistant county manager and human services director […]

East Spencer, NC · 2d

Essentially Sports

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Duke Willing to Pay Opponent as Kara Lawson Faces Unexpected Scheduling Crisis Ahead of Sunday's Game

Duke was willing to pay another team just to play them. That is where Kara Lawson and the Blue Devils find themselves days before their next scheduled game. A program with Duke’s resources is now subsidizing an opponent to keep a game on the calendar. The Blue Devils were supposed to face North Texas on Sunday, November 8, in San Antonio. The matchup would have also marked the first-ever meeting between the two programs in women’s basketball. However, the game has now been canceled. Tickets have also been reportedly canceled with Duke now scheduled to play FAU on Sunday. “Duke was supposed to ...

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Weirdness Hits The Women’s Program

There’s a bit of a strange situation for Duke Women’s Basketball right now. Originally scheduled to play North Texas in San Antonio, hometown of Arianna Robertson and Bella Flemming, the game was canceled. According to Raleigh’s News & Observer, Duke put out this statement: “Due to circumstances beyond...

Durham, NC · 23h

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Durham Public Schools delays vote on $474,000 contract for "right-sizing" study

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education had a lengthy debate Thursday night about whether to approve a contract for a consultant to conduct a "right-sizing and consolidation" study. The school board approved a request for proposals and scope for the study in June. Four new board members on the...

Raleigh News & Observer

Waymo eyes Raleigh, Durham for self-driving taxis after Charlotte. What to know

Waymo told a Raleigh transportation audience last week that it is in active talks with Triangle governments about bringing its autonomous taxi service to the area. The company plans to launch first in Charlotte, likely by late next year. FULL STORY: Will Waymo come to the Triangle? What a company rep said in Raleigh this week Here are key takeaways: Rich Harrington, a policy adviser for Waymo, told attendees at the N.C. Department of Transportation’s annual Transportation Summit that the company is in “active conversations” with local governments in Raleigh and the Research Triangle. He did not name which ones or give a timetable. Charlotte comes first. Waymo has finished digitally mapping streets in Charlotte and is testing cars there with human drivers behind the wheel, Harrington said, with service expected to start in and around the uptown core by late next year. Safety is central to Waymo’s pitch. Harrington said the company has logged 270 million fully autonomous miles and claims a 92% reduction in serious crashes compared with human drivers in the same cities. State law is already in place. The General Assembly passed a bill in 2017 permitting fully autonomous vehicles and barring local governments from adding

Raleigh, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

Consumer complaint leads to paused sales at Triangle gas stations. How to report

State inspectors found problems that could harm consumers at pumps at 15 gas stations across Wake, Durham and Johnston counties. Many inspections happened on routine visits, but inspectors also follow up on consumer complaints. If you spot an issue at the pump, here’s how to file a complaint with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Standards Division. Full story: Gas sales temporarily stopped at 15 Triangle stations. Here’s where and why File online: Go to ncagr.gov , navigate to the Standards Division webpage, scroll down and click the “Complaints & Requests” box to report problems. By phone or email: Call 984-236-4751 or email program manager Chad Parker at chad.parker@ncagr.gov to flag an issue. What inspectors look for: Problems like “abnormal performance” and “meter creep” — when the gas pump trigger is released but the meter keeps climbing — can get a pump tagged and taken out of service. In general, these inspectors check weighing and measuring devices for accuracy. Complaints drive inspections: Of the Triangle visits between Aug. 19 and Oct. 31, consumer complaints prompted inspections at 19 stations. Chad Parker, measurement manager with the Standards Division, said complaints tick up when gas prices rise. Where pumps

Johnston County, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

Got a pumpkin you want to get rid of? Give it a better ending than the trash can

If you’re like a lot of people, you may have brought home one, two, maybe even three, pumpkins as soon as there was a little chill in the air. From big carving pumpkins to Hooligans and Jack-Be-Littles, pumpkins always seem to help set the mood for fall. But once Halloween passes, think twice before tossing that pumpkin or gourd in the trash. When you throw a pumpkin away, it typically goes to a landfill, where it breaks down with little oxygen and can produce methane, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming and climate change. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that over 1 billion pounds of pumpkins end up in landfills each year. The good news: There are other options. Composting your pumpkins (and food waste) means less methane and more landfill space, allowing us to recycle the nutrients into valuable fertilizer and mulch. Here are several opportunities around the Triangle to compost your pumpkin or donate to a hungry animal. Durham On Nov. 7 and Nov. 14, Durham’s Environmental and Street Services Department will hold four free drop-offs at two Home Depots. Residents can bring their unpainted pumpkins, jack-o’-lanterns, and other squash. The city will compost all

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Duke Blue Devils On SI

Duke Basketball's Cayden Boozer Aces Specific Challenge From Coaching Staff

The Duke basketball sophomore has started every game throughout the exhibitions and the Blue Devils' 2-0 start.

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Duke Blue Devils On SI

Latest on Duke Basketball Transfer Forward Drew Scharnowski's Status

The Duke basketball newcomer did not see any action against Coastal Carolina.

Raleigh News & Observer

New to the Triangle: Lifestyle store in Durham, cakes in Apex and a Raleigh hotel

The Triangle is gaining new retail, dining and lodging options this fall and into 2027. From an Asian lifestyle retailer to a luxury Raleigh hotel, here’s a rundown of what’s arriving. Here are key takeaways: TESO Life , a national retailer specializing in Asian lifestyle goods , opened its Durham store at 14600 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd. on Oct. 31, with a Cary location planned at Crossroads shopping center. The company sells beauty products, toys, collectibles and household items, and plans to open 51 stores across 18 states by the end of 2026. Apex’s Beaver Creek Crossings has signed Jason’s Deli, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Avalon Nail Salon as new tenants for a development opening in the later half of 2027. The Jason’s Deli will feature a drive-thru — a first in the area — and Nothing Bundt Cakes will be the first of its kind for Apex. Oberlin Hotel , the Village District’s first lodging property, has opened at 501 Woodburn Road in Raleigh as part of Hilton’s Curio Collection. The 153-room hotel is named for the historic Oberlin Village and features a lobby bar called Proper, a coffee shop called Grounded and a rooftop restaurant called Wren set

Raleigh, NC · 1d

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