See North Carolina elementary, middle school students' paintings celebrating America 250
See bright watercolors, collages made by students at Drexel Elementary and Walter Johnson Middle schools to celebrate America 250.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Multi-state operation nabs narcotics, 2 women accused of trafficking methamphetamine
A multi-agency effort involving Georgia and North Carolina law enforcement led to the arrests of two women in relation to an alleged drug trafficking operation.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Real Estate Transfers
In recording deeds, the state/ of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for a parcel be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate
Jul 5, 2026Open source
NC budget sets $22M aside for new PFAS study, but moves to keep its results confidential
The budget allocates a total of $22 million to the North Carolina Collaboratory at UNC-Chapel Hill for research related to PFAS.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
After decades of denials, North Carolina’s Tuscarora Indians take a step closer to recognition
Rep. Ed Goodwin (R-Chowan) choked back emotion Wednesday morning as he tried one last time to gain recognition for the Tuscarora Indians.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
This Fourth of July, North Carolina should be expanding freedom, not limiting it
Celebrating Independence Day by debating restrictions on voting is a little like celebrating Earth Day by clear-cutting a forest.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Drought leaves many mountain rivers low ahead of holiday weekend. What you need to know
Scorching heat and ongoing drought conditions across western North Carolina have taken a toll on water levels in mountain creeks and rivers.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Asheville and Buncombe County plan heat safety steps for July 4th festivities
With dangerous heat expected across western North Carolina this Fourth of July, organizers in Asheville and Buncombe County are taking extra precautions.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Extreme heat brings Weather Warn Days this week, including on the Fourth of July
A heat wave is hitting the mountains of western North Carolina this week and is bringing Weather Warn Days ahead, including on the Fourth of July.WLOS meteorolo
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Steamy 90s Sunday and Monday in North Carolina | Risk of damaging wind and torrential downours
As the temperature rises, so does the heat-related illness risk during the first week of July. Extreme heat alerts may be issued by the holiday weekend.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Rain, severe storm risk in North Carolina, July 4 update | More high heat Sunday, not as hot for the workweek
Isolated severe storms in North Carolina may bring heavy rain and damaging wind gusts. The air will feel like the low 100s through the afternoon in the Triad.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Raleigh marks America 250 with 'First in Freedom' events at State Capitol, Dix Park fireworks
North Carolina celebrated the Fourth of July and the nation's 250th anniversary with a 1.4-mile "First in Freedom" parade in downtown Raleigh on Saturday fol...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
RRPD arrest records: June 14-20
June 14Julio Sanchez Gomez, 59, of North Carolina, was arrested for DWI, open container and improper ...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Sanchez scores twice and the Courage top the Reign 3-1 in the NWSL
Ashley Sanchez scored twice as the North Carolina Courage beat the Seattle Reign 3-1. In the only other match on the Fourth of July holiday, the San Diego Wa...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
NC governor faces criticism for skipping Trump-backed America 250 event
Rep. Chuck Edwards accused North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein of choosing partisanship over patriotism by declining to sponsor a booth at the Great American Stat...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Fourteen graduate from Surry’s BLET program
DOBSON — Fourteen students graduated from Surry Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program on June 23 in the Grand Hall of the She...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
NC jobless rate remains at 3.7% as labor force shrinks during May
North Carolina's unemployment rate remained unchanged for the third consecutive month at 3.7% during May, the N.C. Commerce Department reported Tuesday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Rockingham DAR member honors unknown fallen at Arlington, reflects on father’s Vietnam service ahead of A...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Melissa Wall, representing the General Henry William Harrington Chapter, NSDAR of Rockingham, joined fellow North Carolina Daughters o...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says
A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Morganton is in Burke County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
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28655, 28680
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Multi-state operation nabs narcotics, 2 women accused of trafficking methamphetamine
A multi-agency effort involving Georgia and North Carolina law enforcement led to the arrests of two women in relation to an alleged drug trafficking operation.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Real Estate Transfers
In recording deeds, the state/ of North Carolina does not require that the amount paid for a parcel be stated on the deed. However, a tax stamp at the rate
Jul 5, 2026Open source
NC budget sets $22M aside for new PFAS study, but moves to keep its results confidential
The budget allocates a total of $22 million to the North Carolina Collaboratory at UNC-Chapel Hill for research related to PFAS.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
After decades of denials, North Carolina’s Tuscarora Indians take a step closer to recognition
Rep. Ed Goodwin (R-Chowan) choked back emotion Wednesday morning as he tried one last time to gain recognition for the Tuscarora Indians.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
This Fourth of July, North Carolina should be expanding freedom, not limiting it
Celebrating Independence Day by debating restrictions on voting is a little like celebrating Earth Day by clear-cutting a forest.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Drought leaves many mountain rivers low ahead of holiday weekend. What you need to know
Scorching heat and ongoing drought conditions across western North Carolina have taken a toll on water levels in mountain creeks and rivers.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Asheville and Buncombe County plan heat safety steps for July 4th festivities
With dangerous heat expected across western North Carolina this Fourth of July, organizers in Asheville and Buncombe County are taking extra precautions.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Extreme heat brings Weather Warn Days this week, including on the Fourth of July
A heat wave is hitting the mountains of western North Carolina this week and is bringing Weather Warn Days ahead, including on the Fourth of July.WLOS meteorolo
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Steamy 90s Sunday and Monday in North Carolina | Risk of damaging wind and torrential downours
As the temperature rises, so does the heat-related illness risk during the first week of July. Extreme heat alerts may be issued by the holiday weekend.
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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