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Salisbury Post

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Jingle and Mingle returns to Father and Son

For the fifth year in a row, Father and Son Produce on Sherrill’s Ford Road is sponsoring a pop-up holiday show: Jingle and Mingle. The event on Saturday, Nov. 7, […]

Salisbury, NC · 2d

takemetotn.com

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The North Carolina Women’s College That Has Been Teaching Since Before America Had A President

In 1772, there was no President of the United States, no Constitution, and no country by that name at all. Yet in a small Moravian town in the North Carolina Piedmont, a school for girls and young women was already holding classes. That school never stopped. Today it is known...

Winston-Salem, NC · 2d
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WBTV

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WBTV broadcast will be temporarily unavailable early on Saturday, Nov. 7: What to know

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - WBTV’s broadcast will be down for a short period of time on Saturday morning due to maintenance. WBTV’s over-the-air programming on Channel 3 will not be available from 12:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, due to maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Charlotte, NC · 2d
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828newsnow.com

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Christmas parades and tree-lighting ceremonies in Asheville and WNC: 2026 schedule

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Christmas parades and tree-lighting ceremonies will bring holiday celebrations to places across Western North Carolina in November and December. Communities are planning events featuring marching bands, decorated floats, music, visits with Santa Claus and seasonal activities. Here are confirmed events for the 2026 holiday season,...

Asheville, NC · 2d
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Chowan Herald

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Donna Davis: Two brothers, two bands and a family legacy in music

At first glance, they look a lot alike, with matching mops of strawberry blonde hair and instruments in hand. But ask them and they will tell you that Zack favors the Barbee family and James their mother’s side, the Carters. It’s a tale of two brothers: one that came to Greenville arguably during the worst of times, in 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, and left with a degree and touring in a successful band that formed here, and a brother who is blazing his own trail with some parallels. James and Zack Barbee were born and raised in Concord before coming to Greenville to pursue their education at East Carolina University in 2020 and 2023, respectively. That means they have quite a lot in common with another set of sibling musicians: the Avett Brothers (also from Concord). In fact, James said he has jammed with the Avetts' father on several occasions. For the record, James answers to James or Ryan (his middle name, favored by family). “As far back as I can go before taking formal lessons, we used to go hang out with our dad every Saturday, running errands with him,” James said. “He was a big

Greenville, NC · 16h

FOX8 News

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Randolph County historian preserves piece of local history

RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A local historian is working to preserve and tell the history of the Poor House in Randolph County.  The original property was more than 200 acres. Today, it is about one acre off Caraway Mountain Road and is the final resting place of more than 400 people who lived at the […]

Randolph County, NC · 1d

lumbeetribe.com

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Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer)

Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer) Southeastern tribes used the burn & scrape method to process Cypress, Long Leaf Pine, & Poplar trees to make dugout canoes. Tribes in the Carolinas stood in dugout canoes and used push...

North Carolina · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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‘The Bachelor' to Obama: Remember these moments at Charlotte's EpiCentre?

The former EpiCentre site, now known as Queen City Quarter was purchased by new owners this week . Charlotte commercial real estate firm Lincoln Property Co., Vision Ventures and Hornets Sports & Entertainment announced the joint venture on Tuesday. The site was sold for $27.5 million, the Observer reported this week . The EpiCentre was the “place to be” for many years, playing host to the 2019 NBA All-Star Game, the 2020 Democratic National Convention and multiple celebrations for the Panthers and Hornets. See some of those memories with these photographs from the Observer’s archives:

Charlotte, NC · 16h

Charlotte Observer

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Charlotte-raised Ayesha Curry is starring in a new movie. Here's how to watch

Ayesha Curry, who grew up in Charlotte, is starring in her first leading film role. The actress, restaurateur and wife of NBA champion Stephen Curry, is the main character in “Second Chance Holiday,” a romantic comedy that premiered Thursday, Nov. 5. You can watch the movie on The Roku Channel and on the streaming service’s website, a spokesperson told CharlotteFive via email. FULL STORY: NC’s Ayesha Curry will star in a new movie. Here’s what we know Here's what else to know about the movie and its lead actress: Ayesha Curry, 37, plays Chelsey, a dating expert trying to “break her so-called ‘curse’ of always getting dumped during the holiday season. But when fate reunites her with her high school flame (Matthew Daddario), she wonders if her bad luck might just be the universe’s way of leading her back to her first love,” Roku wrote in a news release. The actress told The Hollywood Reporter playing the lead role fulfills a dream. “I love acting so much, whether it’s in the theater or on film. But now I have the bug. I’m like, ‘What are we going to do next?’” Ayesha Curry was born in Canada and raised in North

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Salisbury Post

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No more fore: No Divot offers indoor downtown Salisbury golf option

SALISBURY — Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night will stop Salisbury golfers now that No Divot, a new indoor golfing option, is open downtown. No Divot […]

Salisbury, NC · 23h

The Gaston Gazette

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Hear Dolly Parton songs, help Gaston County young readers

A Gaston County concert featuring Dolly Parton songs will raise money to provide free books to local children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Boots, Belles and Books is scheduled for Nov. 13 at Falls Family Farm, according to a community announcement. Gaston County United Way is hosting the event in partnership with Choice Beverage and Falls Family Farm. Belles, an artist who has performed alongside Parton, will perform Parton covers and other music during the concert.VIP entry begins at 6 p.m. and general admission gates open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $30 per person. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Proceeds will benefit Gaston County United Way’s Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, which provides free books to children from birth through their 5th birthday. Imagination Library serves 2,272 Gaston County children Gaston County United Way has been a local affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library since 2004. The organization coordinates local enrollment and helps eligible children receive a free, age-appropriate book by mail each month at no cost to their families. The local program currently provides monthly books to 2,272 children across Gaston County. “Dolly Parton leaves behind a tremendous legacy, and one of the most beautiful

Gaston County, NC · 17h

familyvacationsus.com

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We Found 10 North Carolina Libraries That Are Far More Beautiful Than You Might Expect

A robot fetches the books at one of these libraries. It’s called a bookBot, and it lets the building skip endless rows of shelves to make room for people instead. That detail hooked me fast. Then I learned another library on this list has an 85-foot Roman dome. Another...

North Carolina · 1d

NC Newsline

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A new documentary looks not-too-far back at NC college student voting this election

Some ballots haven’t even been counted yet, but a documentary about the 2026 election from the perspective of North Carolina college students fighting for campus early voting sites has already had its debut. “Where Do I Vote Again?” screened Thursday night at The Rialto in Raleigh. It encapsulates the work of students who tried to […]

North Carolina · 1d

seniorgolfsource.com

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North Carolina Senior Golfer Spotlight: John “JT” Taylor

Our website is supported by our readers. We may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. For more details see our disclaimers page. For John “JT” Taylor, golf is not about chasing a number on the scorecard. It is about enjoying time with family, meeting new people, laughing at the bad shots, and appreciating the good ones when they come along.

North Carolina · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

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HGTV's Raised-Bed Winter Checklist Starts With Clearing Dead Plants and Sealing Wood Frames Before the First Hard Freeze

HGTV's raised-bed winter checklist starts with clearing spent plants before the first hard frost and sealing wood frames. Extension guides add mulch and cover crops.

North Carolina · 10h

Fort Mill Sun

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Fort Mill Veterans Day Celebration Scheduled for Nov. 11

Nov. 6, 2026— Join the Town of Fort Mill as we honor our veterans with a special Veterans Day Celebration at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. The event will take place at Veterans Memorial, located at 106 N. White Street in Fort Mill. This year’s celebration takes on special meaning as our nation commemorates its […]

Fort Mill, SC · 1d

lakenormanpublications.com

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Lake area towns to honor servicemen and women

LAKE NORMAN – Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, commemorates the end of World War I in 1918. The armistice that ended the fighting took effect on the 11th day of the 11th month at 11 a.m. Armistice Day later evolved into Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honoring all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Mooresville, NC · 2d

yourrowan.com

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Your Rowan Holiday Guide, Part 1: Parades & Tree Lightings

There’s a moment every holiday season when the whole town gathers on a chilly sidewalk, kids perched on shoulders and hot chocolate in hand, waiting for the first marching band to round the corner or for a tree to flicker to life. In Rowan County, that moment happens again and again from mid-November through early December.

Rowan County, NC · 4d

WSOC Charlotte

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Thousands expected for Salute to Veterans Parade in Uptown Charlotte

About 2,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Salute to Veterans Parade in Uptown Charlotte on Saturday.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

wdav.org

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FanFare: Highway to the Holidays

I’m still picking through leftover Halloween candy, but Thanksgiving and Christmas are already in sight. We’re on the highway to the holiday season. Christmas trees have been sprouting up in stores, and retailers are more than ready to help you stimulate the economy. Two annual holiday traditions return to our region over the next week, and you can read about them near the bottom of this edition of FanFare. Along the way, you’ll also find plays, operas, a little bit of magic, and a lot of concerts, including WDAV’s next Small Batch event!

Charlotte, NC · 2d