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255 Years Ago Today, the Battle of Alamance Changed a Colony

255 Years Ago Today, the Battle of Alamance Changed a Colony

The Battle of Alamance, fought on May 16, 1771, marked a significant turning point in the history of colonial North Carolina. This battle effective...
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Caleb Wilson Impresses Chicago Bulls with SLAP Attributes and Michael Jordan Admiration

Caleb Wilson Impresses Chicago Bulls with SLAP Attributes and Michael Jordan Admiration

Caleb Wilson Impresses Chicago Bulls with SLAP Attributes and Michael Jordan Admiration
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North Carolina Lawmakers Advance $6 Million Food Aid Bill to Combat Local Food Insecurity

North Carolina Lawmakers Advance $6 Million Food Aid Bill to Combat Local Food Insecurity

North Carolina lawmakers have advanced a bill, HB 1154, which allocates $6 million to address local agriculture and food insecurity. The bill was presented by State Rep. Karl Gillespie and quickly moved through the House Agriculture and Environment Committee to appropriations. The legislation aims to support North Carolina farmers and families by strengthening local agriculture. It includes a $4 million expansion of the FarmShare Food Hub program and a $2 million appropriation for the Double Up Food Bucks Program. The bill is designed to keep tax dollars circulating within the state's agriculture economy. Additionally, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) provided updates on various innovative agricultural projects, including a state-of-the-art Fraser Fir seed processing center at the Upper Mountain Research Station.
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Sherlocks Glass Dispensary Recognized as Top THCa Flower Dispensary and Best Overall in Raleigh

Sherlocks Glass Dispensary Recognized as Top THCa Flower Dispensary and Best Overall in Raleigh

Sherlocks Glass Dispensary Recognized as Top THCa Flower Dispensary and Best Overall in Raleigh
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NC Parents and Doctors Advocate for Insurance Coverage of Life-Saving Biomarker Testing

NC Parents and Doctors Advocate for Insurance Coverage of Life-Saving Biomarker Testing

In North Carolina, parents and doctors are advocating for insurance coverage of biomarker testing, which they argue is crucial for tailoring cancer treatments. Ashley Fannin, a pediatric oncology nurse, shared her experience with her son Mason, whose treatment for leukemia was guided by biomarker testing. House Bill 567, supported by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and other organizations, seeks to mandate insurance coverage for these tests. While the bill passed the state House, it faces challenges in the Senate due to existing legislation requiring the repeal of other services for new coverage mandates.
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Roy Cooper's Lead in North Carolina Senate Race Grows, Poll Shows

Roy Cooper's Lead in North Carolina Senate Race Grows, Poll Shows

Democrat Roy Cooper is gaining momentum in the North Carolina Senate race against Republican Michael Whatley, according to a recent Harper Polling/Carolina Journal survey. The poll indicates Cooper leading Whatley by over 11 points, with 49.8% of respondents supporting Cooper compared to 38.7% for Whatley. This marks an increase from previous polls, where Cooper's lead was narrower. The poll surveyed 600 likely voters with a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points. Cooper's name recognition and favorable ratings are higher than Whatley's, with only 11.7% of respondents unfamiliar with Cooper compared to 52.7% for Whatley. The race is significant as it represents a key opportunity for Democrats to flip a Senate seat in a state that has historically leaned Republican in federal elections.
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US Army Integrates 50 mm Munition into Medium Range Reconnaissance UAS

US Army Integrates 50 mm Munition into Medium Range Reconnaissance UAS

The US Army's Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) has equipped its Medium Range Reconnaissance (MRR) unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with the XM1204 50 mm High Explosive Airburst munitions, known as the Scalable Precision Explosive Airdrop Round (SPEAR). This development was demonstrated during Exercise 'African Lion 26'. The munition, weighing less than 5 lbs, is designed for integration with Group 1 and 2 UAS and features a programmable airburst fuze. The first live fire test was conducted in February 2026 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, with the 82nd Airborne Division.
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FEMA Allocates $59 Million for North Carolina Flood Mitigation

FEMA Allocates $59 Million for North Carolina Flood Mitigation

FEMA has approved $59 million in funding to support property buyouts in North Carolina, targeting areas severely impacted by Hurricane Helene. This initiative aims to reduce flood risks by removing vulnerable properties from flood-prone zones. The funding is part of FEMA's broader commitment to disaster recovery and mitigation, ensuring communities are better prepared for future flooding events. The buyouts will focus on properties that have sustained repeated damage, providing homeowners with financial relief and reducing the long-term costs of disaster recovery.
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Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midterms

Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midterms

Republicans want voters to think of working-class tax cuts when they weigh the economy and the 2025 law that President Donald Trump calls his “big beautiful bill.”
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USDA Reports Growth in U.S. Poultry Production Value for 2025

USDA Reports Growth in U.S. Poultry Production Value for 2025

USDA Reports Growth in U.S. Poultry Production Value for 2025
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2026 Four-star recruit Kevin Thomas commits to UNC

2026 Four-star recruit Kevin Thomas commits to UNC

Michael Malone adds a wing with ties to some of the current Tar Heels.
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Mandatory Water Restrictions Begin in Charlotte Area Amid Extreme Drought

Mandatory Water Restrictions Begin in Charlotte Area Amid Extreme Drought

Mandatory water restrictions will take effect starting Friday in the Charlotte area due to ongoing extreme drought conditions. According to Charlotte Water, residents are being asked to limit lawn and landscape watering to two days per week. Odd-numbered addresses may water on Tuesdays and Saturdays, while even-numbered addresses are restricted to Wednesdays and Sundays. Additional measures include a ban on washing cars at home, operating decorative water fountains, and pressure-washing surfaces. Violations of these restrictions will result in fines starting at $100. Similar measures are being implemented in nearby cities such as Concord and Kannapolis, where restrictions also prohibit washing public buildings, sidewalks, and streets unless required for safety or health reasons. While recent rainfall has slightly improved conditions, over half of North Carolina remains classified as being in extreme drought.