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Raleigh News & Observer

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NC voters passed new income tax cap and property tax limit. When changes will come

Fiscal conservatives had two wins on Election Night in North Carolina: both constitutional amendments limiting taxes were approved by voters. Though Democrats swept many races across the nation and the state, the two tax amendments proposed by Republicans received significant voter approval. As soon as election results are certified, the amendments are official. One of them is specific, the other is vague. Both will impact how much money you owe the government every year. Income tax cap Voters approved a new amendment to the state constitution that caps the state income tax rate at 3.5%. The income tax rate for 2026 is 3.99%. It was already scheduled to drop to 3.49% in 2027, which was part of the state budget agreement between Republican leaders of the General Assembly and signed into law by Democratic Gov. Josh Stein this past summer. So your new tax rate, come January, already will be 3.49% because of the budget bill. Control of the state House flipped from Republican to Democrat in the election, while Senate Republicans maintain a slim majority, according to unofficial results. If newly elected lawmakers, plus those who were just reelected, want to increase income taxes next year, they have to

North Carolina · 1d

travelinglifestyle.net

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Dangerous Freeze Watch Issued for 33 Counties in Virginia and North Carolina as Temperatures Are About to Plummet

A Freeze Watch is in effect for 33 counties in Virginia and North Carolina as temperatures could fall to 30 degrees. The watch runs from late Friday night through Saturday morning, according to bulletins from NWS Wakefield and NWS Raleigh. Counties under the watch. In Virginia (17): Richmond, Brunswick, Dinwiddie,...

North Carolina · 2d

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Taste the Time-Honored Tradition of North Carolina Country Hams

Discover North Carolina country ham packers like Phillips Brothers and Sugar Grove Ham Co., putting country ham in hands and on menus. Today, country ham is often seen only as a holiday centerpiece or maybe as a filling for a breakfast biscuit, but the preserved protein once played an important role in the Southern diet – and some local businesses are making sure it’s not forgotten. Thanks to country ham packers like Phillips Brothers and Sugar Grove Ham Co. of Mays Meats, the salty, savory meat remains a part of Southern culture and menus.

North Carolina · 13h

The Daily South

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The Sweet Family Story Behind North Carolina’s Iconic Bone Suckin’ Sauce

“I grew up on your sauce.” “This tastes like home.”. Sentiments like this make Patrick Ford, the Raleigh, North Carolina-based vice president of Bone Suckin’ Sauce realize that every drop of effort his family has poured into their business has been worth it. After inducting Bone Suckin’...

North Carolina · 2d

WNCT

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Harrison’s Law: As NC State hazing investigation continues, mom of student dead in hazing incident speaks out

Until 2025, North Carolina didn’t have a specific law related to hazing. That changed when Gov. Josh Stein signed Harrison's Law, named after Harrison Kowiak, a North Carolina student who died after a hazing incident in 2008.

North Carolina · 1d

Gourmetory

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North Carolina residents say these 8 fast food chains get it right. Anything missing?

Fast food in North Carolina is rarely just about speed. In a state with more than 10 million residents and a strong mix of small towns, suburbs, and college cities, the chains people return to usually win on consistency, price, and one or two menu items they reliably get right. Chick-fil-A keeps the basics tight…

North Carolina · 12h

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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Remembrance ceremonies planned across NC for road traffic victims

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed this coming Sunday, Nov. 15, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina. The proclamation recognizes an international day to remember people killed and seriously injured on our roads, acknowledge first responders and advocate for better driving habits.

North Carolina · 1d

Country Herald

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North Carolina Freeze Warning: Lows Near 25° Sunday Morning Nov 15

Raleigh, NC – Millions of residents across central North Carolina face a widespread freeze early Sunday, November 15, as temperatures are expected to fall below freezing across the region. An official Freeze Warning will be in effect from 1 a.m.

Raleigh, NC · 12h

Queen City News

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A month late, but worth the wait: Western NC’s trout stocking season finally starts

The lingering effects of Hurricane Helene in 2024 and ongoing renovation efforts have left the state's largest hatcheries short of supply or not operational.

North Carolina · 2d

WLOS.com

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Cold weather brings snow flurries, firewood rush to western North Carolina

MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — An early taste of winter brought snow flurries and falling temperatures to the mountains, closing Madison County Schools for the day and giving local businesses a preview of the season ahead. Near the North Carolina–Tennessee line, snow dusted the treetops as flurries moved through....

Madison County, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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NC shoppers were cheated in rent-to-own deals at 3 popular big-box stores, AG says

North Carolinians will get millions in restitution and lease forgiveness as part of a settlement over deceptive rent-to-own practices. The $183.5 settlement with Acima Digital and its parent company was reached by a group of attorneys general of 43 states. Acima Digital partners with major retailers such as Best Buy, Rooms To Go and Ashley Furniture to offer rent-to-own options for people buying furniture, electronics and appliances. If approved by the court, the settlement will bring over $1.66 million in restitution to more than 6,200 North Carolinians. More than 3,300 people in the state will get a total of around $4.24 million in lease forgiveness. If you are eligible for part of this settlement money, you’ll be contacted by the settlement administrator or Acima; you don’t need to take any action. “Acima tricked North Carolinians into rent-to-own agreements with unfair, unexpected terms that left them with higher costs,” Attorney General Jeff Jackson said in a news release . “This settlement means they can’t do this to anyone else, and it brings money back to thousands of North Carolinians who were deceived by Acima.” What Acima did, according to the AG Acima allows shoppers to rent major purchases by making auto-renewing

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Raleigh News & Observer

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NC GOP to hold lame duck session before they lose control. Why Democrats urge caution

The North Carolina General Assembly is coming back for a post-election lame duck session next week. But what they’ll do, if anything, is still being decided. Democratic lawmakers, who benefited from the national blue tsunami on election night, would rather not see any action. But Republicans still control both the House and Senate, so they get to set the schedule until the end of the year. Democratic Gov. Josh Stein said Thursday he remains “unconvinced that it’s necessary.” Stein has had preliminary discussions about the session, but doesn’t have any clarity on what they could take up yet, he said. “If (legislators) come in, we need to make sure that we’re investing in things that are going to make a difference in people’s lives. We have to make sure that we are supporting law enforcement. We have to make sure we’re strengthening the economy. We have to continue investing in Western North Carolina,” Stein told The News & Observer as he spoke to reporters after an unrelated event at the Executive Mansion. “So we’re having these preliminary conversations with (Republicans). The fact that it’s unclear what they’re going to be working on tells you that this may not be the

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Raleigh News & Observer

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PBS North Carolina announces merger to strengthen statewide programming

Public media organizations PBS NC and WTVI PBS Charlotte have announced a merger to preserve statewide educational media. The agreement between the Raleigh and Charlotte-based organizations will allow for public service programming in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region to reach a statewide audience following approval by the Federal Communications Commission, according to the press release . “WTVI has been a trusted presence in living rooms across the Charlotte region, and I have deep respect for what the station has meant to its viewers, members and to the community,” David Crabtree, PBS North Carolina’s chief executive officer and general manager, said in the release. “Bringing WTVI into the PBS NC family means that everything WTVI has built now has a statewide stage.”

Charlotte, NC · 2d

WITN

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Eastern North Carolina farmers face worsening drought conditions

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Farmers across eastern North Carolina are dealing with worsening drought conditions, including a Pitt County Christmas tree farmer who has bought new trees to replace those he lost. Gary Foote said he is continuing to grow and hoping for rain. “We bought new trees yesterday...

Pitt County, NC · 1d

WECT

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Merrick wins NC House District 20 race by 77 votes after New Hanover County canvass

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Tim Merrick won the North Carolina House District 20 race over Dane Scalise by 77 votes after the New Hanover County Board of Elections completed its vote canvass. Official results posted on the State Board of Elections website show Merrick received 22,156 votes to...

New Hanover County, NC · 1d

CNN

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‘We did it the old fashioned way’: NC Dem flips +16 Trump house district

Democrat Cyril Jefferson defeated incumbent Republican Congressman Addison McDowell by 66-hundred votes in North Carolina. Trump won this district by 16 points two years ago. Jefferson said he won over voters by old-fashioned door knocking and connecting with the people.

North Carolina · 1d

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Reeder concedes North Carolina House District 9 race to Kempner

Republican state Representative Dr. Tim Reeder has conceded his race for North Carolina House District 9 to Democrat Claire Kempner. Reeder announced his concession Thursday, congratulating Kempner and thanking the people of Pitt County for the opportunity to represent them in Raleigh. According to unofficial results from the State Board...

North Carolina · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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On eve of playoff debut, nationally ranked Hough football investigated, cleared

Nationally ranked Hough High School will make its 2026 N.C. high school football playoff debut Friday night at home against Palisades. The Observer has learned that the N.C. High School Athletic Association investigated a potential rules violation concerning student-athlete eligibility on the team, and referred the case to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. No violations were found. “When concerns regarding residency or eligibility are raised, those concerns are reviewed through the appropriate CMS processes, including coordination with CMS Athletics and CMS Student Placement,” said CMS spokesperson Tom Miner. “Hough High School has consistently worked closely with district staff to address any residency or eligibility questions that have been brought forward.” The Observer reached out to Hough athletic director Derek Butler and principal David Farley for comment. Neither responded. Miner said there is no current investigation ongoing at the school, despite a claim made via email to The Observer earlier this week. That claim was forwarded to Hough and CMS officials. “As appropriate,” Miner said, “the school has taken proactive steps to verify residency information and ensure compliance with all applicable requirements. The questions raised in the recent correspondence are not supported by the information available to the school. Further, CMS is not aware

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