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Stein signs 'Relief at the Pump' act. When NC fuel prices will go down

Stein signs 'Relief at the Pump' act. When NC fuel prices will go down

The bill suspending gas taxes in North Carolina was signed into law Oct. 9 and will go into effect the following day. Here's what's changing.
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Persistent Drought Grips North Carolina

Persistent Drought Grips North Carolina

North Carolina continues to face widespread drought conditions, with over 5.8 million residents living in affected areas, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor (source: WUNC News). While recent rainfall has brought some relief to eastern and mountain regions, central and northern counties remain under severe to exceptional drought classifications. Water levels in Falls Lake, Jordan Lake, and Lake Michie have risen slightly but remain below normal. Governor Josh Stein highlighted the state's dry start to 2026, urging residents to conserve water. The drought has impacted crop yields, including corn, peanuts, and cotton, and has led to increased wildfire risks in some areas.
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Where does Josh Pate have Notre Dame in his pre-Week 6 poll?

Where does Josh Pate have Notre Dame in his pre-Week 6 poll?

No. 3 has been synonymous to Notre Dame's campaign so far. Being the 3rd-ranked team in almost every poll out there, does Josh Pate feel the same way?
El Paso TimesEl Paso Times
El Paso HOME buying spree: $600M in apartments, El Paso to Carolinas

El Paso HOME buying spree: $600M in apartments, El Paso to Carolinas

Look at El Paso housing agency HOME's $600M, multistate apartment buying spree with implications for tax rolls, rental rates, tenants.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
Asheville to remove Lake Craig Dam following Helene

Asheville to remove Lake Craig Dam following Helene

Asheville plans to remove the storm damaged Lake Craig Dam to improve flood mitigation and wildlife habitats.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Meet the candidates for Brunswick Board of Commissioners District 1

Meet the candidates for Brunswick Board of Commissioners District 1

Incumbent Randy Thompson and challenger Gary Woods share their plans for growth in Brunswick County.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Meet the candidates for Brunswick County Board of Education District 3

Meet the candidates for Brunswick County Board of Education District 3

Susanne Duncan faces Paige Morgan in the race for the Brunswick County Board of Education District 3 seat. Here's a look at the candidates.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
Tropical Storm Isaias expected to become a hurricane. See NC impact

Tropical Storm Isaias expected to become a hurricane. See NC impact

Tropical Storm Isaias strengthens in the Gulf. How it could affect North Carolina, plus NOAA advisories and more.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
Track Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf, potential North Carolina impacts

Track Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf, potential North Carolina impacts

As of Thursday, Oct. 8, Isaias is a Category 1 hurricane, the first of the 2026 Atlantic season. Track the storm and see potential impact to NC.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
2 hydrogen bombs were dropped in North Carolina. It was 'close' call

2 hydrogen bombs were dropped in North Carolina. It was 'close' call

As a result of a military aircraft crash, two hydrogen bombs dropped on North Carolina. Historians say it was a close call.
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Isaias Could Soak the South and Trigger Inland Flooding

Isaias Could Soak the South and Trigger Inland Flooding

Hurricane Isaias could bring dangerous weather well beyond the Gulf Coast, with heavy rain, flooding, strong wind gusts and possible tornadoes threatening parts of the South. The storm could make landfall Friday between Gulfport, Mississippi, and parts of Florida, while rainfall spreads inland through the weekend. Montgomery, Alabama, and Asheville, North Carolina, could receive 5 to 8 inches of rain, while Nashville and Jackson, Mississippi, may see 2 to 3 inches. Atlanta and Montgomery face an elevated flood threat, and coastal flooding is possible near Charleston, South Carolina. Isaias’ remnants could bring additional rain to Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Washington, Philadelphia and New York City from Saturday through Monday.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Hurricane Isaias expected to impact Wilmington. Here's the latest.

Hurricane Isaias expected to impact Wilmington. Here's the latest.

While Wilmington is out of the direct path of Hurricane Isaias, the area is still expected to see impacts.