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Charlotte Observer

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This soul food restaurant in Charlotte ranks No. 1 for fried chicken in NC

A Charlotte soul food spot has earned statewide bragging rights. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish now ranks as the No. 1 fried chicken restaurant in North Carolina, according to Tasting Table. FULL STORY: Best fried chicken joint? This Charlotte restaurant ranks No. 1 in NC Here are key takeaways: Tasting Table published the rankings Oct. 30. The food and drink website drew on Reddit posts, online reviews, awards and press coverage to pick the top fried chicken joint in each state. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish started two decades ago on Statesville Avenue. It operates multiple restaurants in Charlotte, and the uptown location on Dalton Avenue got the nod. Michael Rhynes Sr., who helped open the restaurant, told CharlotteFive in 2024 that the business builds relationships with customers. “We try to get to know everybody. I watched kids grow from being six, seven years old. Now they’re in college.” The restaurant’s namesake chicken appears in dishes such as chicken dinners and a gizzard appetizer. Though Tasting Table singled out the hushpuppies as a must-order dish, the menu also features Southern sides like collard greens, fried okra and macaroni and cheese. Other Charlotte dining destinations have drawn recent attention for their

Charlotte, NC · 2d

The Laurinburg Exchange

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Wawa makes big entrance on Laurinburg’s Main Street

LAURINBURG — With cheers from the crowd, music from the Scotland High School band and Wally the mascot dancing through the excitement, Wawa opened its doors to the public for the first time in Laurinburg on Thursday morning. The grand opening celebration marked the company’s 81st store opening of...

Laurinburg, NC · 5d
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10 North Carolina Seafood Markets Where You Can Buy Fresh Catch Straight From The Boats

Street numbers 1, 2, and 3 all belong to seafood markets on the same short North Carolina road, and I am still amused by how perfect that sounds. If I were designing a shrimp lover’s cul-de-sac, I am not sure I could improve it. These are working docks where...

North Carolina · 3d
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Siliconera Nandemo

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South Carolina woman walks into Ross. Then she sees nearly all the inventory in boxes instead of on racks: ‘Florida Ross…paying us to fly out there’

‘Ross, Burlington, T.J. Maxx, etc. hasss been packed...It’s so overwhelming just shopping there now.’

Florence, SC · 5d

Charlotte Observer

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Veterans Day: Here's where retired or active-duty military can eat free in NC

As a “thank you” to local veterans, several restaurants and businesses across North Carolina will offer free meals and services to America’s heroes on Wednesday. Veterans Day, celebrated on Nov. 11 , honors all veterans and those who have served in times of war and peace, according to the U.S. Department of War. It was originally known as Armistice Day, marking the end of the first World War.

North Carolina · 2d

WRAL News

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Hoke County man mistakes missing boa constrictor for a fence post

A boa constrictor's weeks-long adventure on the loose in Hoke County came to an end on Wednesday when it turned up on Richard Wood's farm. The 6-to-7-foot snake, someone's pet, had been missing since early October in the Calloway Road area near Raeford. Hoke County Animal Shelter officials had warned...

Hoke County, NC · 6d

mindfullyamerican.com

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8 Harris Teeter Checkout Rules North Carolinians Should Know Before Their Next Trip

If you’re 60 or older, Harris Teeter takes 5% off your purchases every Thursday. North Carolinians who never read the posted checkout rules miss perks like that. Here are the Harris Teeter checkout rules North Carolinians should know before their next trip. 1. Scan Guarantee. When an item scans...

North Carolina · 10h

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8 Precautions North Carolinians Should Take When Shopping at Harris Teeter

You check your Harris Teeter pickup order online, and your coupon credit isn’t there. That’s because the printed register receipt is where the discounts show up, so you’ll see it at pick up. That’s one of many things North Carolinians should be aware of when shopping at...

North Carolina · 6d

New York State News

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Beloved Hudson Valley Pizza Business Moves To The Carolinas

A popular pizza business confirmed the business is leaving the Hudson Valley.

North Carolina · 5d

coastalreview.org

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‘Barrier Islands 101’: No easy answers for NC12, beach houses

Much of the allure, and lore, of the Outer Banks is rooted in its sharp geographic swipe along the edge of the continent and the endless drama its unruly natural forces foment. It is that magical energy that has been the bane of the increasingly threatened two-lane road that bisects...

North Carolina · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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Will live TV cost you more if you cut the cord? | WSOC-TV

North Carolina · 10h

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Barbecue staple shuts down after eight years in Fayetteville

Bruce Yeomans is closing his well-known Fayetteville food truck. The announcement drew thousands of reactions and a wave of support online.

Fayetteville, NC · 8d

Breitbart

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Daughter helps N.C. man pick $100,000-winning Powerball numbers

Nov. 11 (UPI) — A North Carolina man scored a $100,000 lottery prize using a set of Powerball numbers that his daughter helped him choose. Wendell resident Alvester Perry told North Carolina Education Lottery officials he and his adult daughter, who has special needs, have a tradition of picking lottery numbers together.

Wendell, NC · 2h

Raleigh News & Observer

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Scott Mason, WRAL's former Tar Heel Traveler, launches new venture

Scott Mason, a long-time television journalist known to many as the Tar Heel Traveler, is back telling stories about North Carolina and its residents. On social media, Mason announced a new video podcast, and he confirmed to The News & Observer it will debut on Tuesday, Dec. 1. He’s also appearing in television commercials, lending his voice for audiobooks, continuing his work as a motivational speaker and hopes to announce a new television venture in the weeks ahead, he said. “Hard to believe, but I’ve been telling stories on television for 42 years, mainly inspiring stories,” Mason told his Instagram followers. “I’ve met so many great people. Well, change has happened in my life. Although I still plan to tell stories, though in just a bit of a different format. I’m so excited about it, and I will be telling you a lot more about what’s coming in the weeks ahead.” On TikTok , Mason’s recent videos are from the recent North Carolina State Fair, interviewing fair officials and vendors about their crafts, using the moniker “Scott Mason Stories,” which is also the name of his new website . Mason confirmed he was no longer at WRAL in August after

North Carolina · 4h

The Robesonian

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From childhood visits to career dreams: UNCP student finds her place at North Carolina Zoo

ASHEBORO — Long before Kyra Geiger began studying zoology at UNC Pembroke, she was visiting the North Carolina Zoo with her family, fasc

Pembroke, NC · 3d

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QDOBA plans third location in Hope Mills

A new QDOBA location is coming soon to the people of Hope Mills, with signage already up for the brand's third location at 7483 Rockfish Road. The new location is the latest addition to the new Rockfish Village shopping center, which debuted with the opening of the area’s second Publix location on Oct. 21.

Hope Mills, NC · 1d

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10 North Carolina Restaurants That Go Absolutely Overboard With Christmas Decorations Every Holiday Season

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...

Raleigh, NC · 2d

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Coast Seafood Shack & Country Kitchen announces closure

Locally owned seafood restaurant Coast Seafood Shack & Country Kitchen will close its doors at its current location. The restaurant's final day of service will be Sunday, November 15. The restaurant's final week’s hours:. Thursday, November 12 | 4–8 p.m. Friday, November 13 | 4–8 p.m. Saturday,...

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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The Flower Bar: A new creative oasis for women in Fayetteville

The Flower Bar is Fayetteville’s first experiential craft and cocktail lounge. Located at 719 Sterling St. in Fayetteville, N.C., The Flower Bar is scheduled to open this December. Co-owners Johanna Brumm and Dennis Bonnema are on a mission to provide Fayetteville, N.C. with a safe space for women of all generations to drop in to enjoy a refreshing cocktail or mocktail while indulging their creativity.

Fayetteville, NC · 1d