Laurel Hill
Fall in North Carolina usually means apple stands, pumpkin patches, and long drives to see the leaves change. But plenty of farm dairies across the state keep scooping right through the cool months, and honestly, a cone tastes just as good in a light jacket. The seven stops on this...
North Carolina voters passed all three constitutional amendments during the Nov. 3 midterm election. The amendments included limiting increases in property taxes, limiting state income tax and requiring photo identification for all voters. Despite Democratic candidates winning many significant North Carolina elections, the three Republican-backed referenda passed with 60-62% of...
According to the study from LendingTree, there were 48.1 incidents per 1,000 drivers in North Carolina through this August.
North Carolina now has more than 3,600 automated license plate readers on public roads, at neighborhood entrances, and along state highways. Flock Safety supplies roughly 80% to 85% of them, according to the Daily Tar Heel. The state recently made its pilot program permanent. Under the law, the State Bureau...
Federal changes targeting hemp-derived THC products could threaten products sold and, in some cases, stores' ability to remain open
On Friday Nov. 20, any North Carolina resident over the age of 18 has the opportunity to get up to eight over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and other pharmacy items at no cost, with no ID or paperwork required. It will be made possible when the NC MedAssistMobile Pharmacy travels to the YMCA on its first ever visit to Sampson County —with 10 volunteers still needed to make this event possible.
The Moore County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the graduation of the Moore County Leadership Institute (MCLI) class of 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities in Southern Pines. Sixteen participants completed the 10-month program, which develops leaders through hands-on exploration of Moore County’s civic, economic, and historical landscape. Family, friends, employers, and community partners joined the graduates for an evening reception, remarks, and the presentation of certificates.
Some of my favorite meals in North Carolina started with a door I almost walked right past. A plain storefront, a quiet side street, a warm glow in the window, and then a plate of handmade pasta that made me forget everything else. The best Italian spots in this state...
The CATT 2027 Yadkin Spring Trail is posted! $1,000 to 1st in Points $500 to 2nd in points! 3rd in Points fished Final Free!. Tap on this link to view! CATT Yadkin – Carolina Anglers Team Trail. Next up is the Yadkin Fall Final Nov 21 on High Rock!...
North Carolina House Democratic Leader Robert Reives has secured majority support to become the next speaker of the House following Democrats’ historic gains in the 2026 midterm elections. Reives is expected to replace Republican Speaker Destin Hall when the new General Assembly convenes in January. Carolina Journal Meanwhile, State Board of Elections Executive Director Sam Hayes is reminding local election officials to remain impartial after comments surrounding the closely contested Senate District 24 race between Republican Danny Britt and Democrat Catina Hamm. The race could determine control of the state Senate as provisional ballots are counted. Carolina Journal Donald Bryson of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss whether Democratic victories could reshape North Carolina’s Opportunity Scholarship program and broader school choice policies.
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
A whole parade of decorated boats lights up a waterway near Wilmington every Thanksgiving weekend, and then fireworks take over the sky. I love that detail. Turkey at noon, glowing yachts by night. North Carolina packs its holiday weekend with surprises like that. One museum invites guests to bring a...
Gov. Josh Stein highlighted teacher pay increases and urged more education funding at the North Carolina School Boards Association conference.
Amy Galey can thank Randolph County voters for keeping her in the North Carolina state senate. The margin of Galey’s support in Randolph County pushed her to victory in last week’s election. Galey, a Republican, defeated Democrat challenge Southey Blanton 42,643 to 40,046 in a matchup of two...
RALEIGH — Since launching N.C. Fuel Check earlier this month, N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson’s office says it has received 606 complaints through Oct. 26. That total is up from the 470 complaints Jackson’s office said it had received as of the agency’s Oct. 21 press release.
The clocks fell back last Sunday, and if you’re still adjusting, you’re not alone. A 2026 High Point University poll asked North Carolinians how they’d rather handle it, and a clock that never changes won. Here’s what North Carolinians said about changing the clocks, and why.
WUNC - The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is scheduled to formally break ground next week on North Carolina's first tribal national veterans cemetery. The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a $3.7 million grant to the project this year and officially recognized it as a national cemetery. But even before that, the tribe had bought the site in the Wolftown community and began burying its veterans there — 13 so far.
RALEIGH — A complaint filed by the North Carolina Republican Party alleging a “cash-for-votes” scheme in New Hanover County now sits with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The N.C. Republican Party (NCGOP) referred evidence to the State Board of Elections (NCSBE) for investigation in October 2025. According...
Two thousand gingerbread cookies a day is the kind of December statistic that makes me forget I was researching restaurants. One North Carolina steakhouse bakes roughly that many during the holidays, then sends diners home with cookies handed out by elves. From there, the decorating only gets more ambitious. I...
