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New social district comes to The Streets at Southpoint
The Streets at Southpoint Mall in Durham is preparing to launch its social district. Signs designating the Open Container Area have been installed and are currently covered, anticipating a confirmed launch date. This would allow alcoholic beverages within the specified area throughout the open-air section of the mall. Open-carry drinks...
Jordan Waters: "I Can't Wait To Go Out There"
NC State running back Jordan Waters met with the media in the breakout session of the 2024 ACC Football Kickoff in Charlotte. So now you know the defense over there at Duke. How do you think you’ll take advantage of that being on the other side?. I know the...
Downtown Raleigh sees economic boost as GalaxyCon draws in thousands of fans
Thousands descended on downtown Raleigh with colorful costumes attending the 7th GalaxyCon at the Convention Center.Only at GalaxyCon could you get serenaded by Ariel, see her reunited with Prince Eric, and meet Princess Tiana all in the same afternoon."This is why we do what we do ...because you want work to touch somebody and move someone," said Anika Noni Rose, who voices Tiana.These famous voices said Raleigh's GalaxyCon is always one of their favorites."There are so many people here and it's such a diverse group and it's just such a great experience, such a great vibe with all the people,"...
Japanese Healthcare Co. Chooses Greenville
RALEIGH— Nipro Medical Corporation, a leader in the global healthcare and medical device industry, has selected Pitt County for its first North American manufacturing center of excellence, creating 232 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest more than $397.8 million to build a new manufacturing campus and U.S. headquarters in Greenville.
19-year-old found dead on picnic table in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A 19-year-old was found dead on a picnic table on Haig Street, according to the Greensboro Police Department. On Sunday, officers responded to the 2900 block of Haig Street after a caller expressed concern about a person lying on a picnic table under a pavilion in the park at that location.
Man charged with indecent exposure, peeping at Fayetteville restaurant
A man has been charged with indecent exposure and secret peeping at a Fayetteville restaurant. Fayetteville police arrested Kalon Frank on charges of felony indecent exposure and misdemeanor secret peeping. Police said the arrest stems from an incident at a restaurant in the 1400 Block of Skibo Road on June...
In-State 2025 RB Demon June Discusses Carolina Offer
Demon June is a 5-foot-11, 220-pound running back of Jacksonville (NC) High School who earned an offer from North Carolina during his visit to campus on Friday for the Carolympics, a special event hosted for recruits by the program in accordance with the temporary reopening of the recruiting calendar. It was his eighth offer overall.
North Carolina invests in Surf City's efforts to enhance flood resilience
SURF CITY, Pender County —The Town of Surf City is thrilled to share that the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program has granted $331,535 to support Phase 4 of the town's project to address roadway flooding. This initiative includes installing permeable pavers and roadside bioswales to improve stormwater infiltration and...
Mike Parker: Parker family reunion comes to Kinston
At the beginning of July, members of the extended Parker family converged on Kinston for our biennial Parker Family Reunion. When John, my brother, and I were growing up, our huge family gathered at a city park in Roanoke, Virginia, for what was then the Parker-Brown Reunion. That reunion was named for the descendants of my great-grandparents, Peter Parker and Judia Brown Parker.
New mainstay of downtown Asheboro
ASHEBORO — Steen Family Produce has become a local source of fruits, vegetables and a myriad of farm products from the Carolinas. Timothy Steen and his daughter, Macie Sheehan, moved their merchandise into a former gas station at 226 S. Fayetteville St. about a year and a half ago. Since then, the business has become a fixture in downtown Asheboro.
The ‘drone guy’ gave us a new way to look at Randolph County
ASHEBORO — I’m heart-broken to reveal that my cousin, my childhood buddy and my lifelong friend, Tom Allen, has died. Most people in the Asheboro area knew him as the “drone guy.” Tom was kind of a pioneer around here in flying drones. In fact, I...
Toby Keith corn maze coming this fall
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A corn maze company is honoring the late country legend Toby Keith. Hubb’s Farm launched a 15-acre corn maze. The maze design will incorporate live zinnias to form an image inspired by Keith’s famous song, “Red Solo Cup.” The maze will also feature his likeness, complete with a cowboy hat.
Renown former girls basketball coach passes
ASHEBORO — It has been stated the true worth of a person’s life can be measured by those he lifted around him. Whether it be in the classroom or on an athletic field, it’s easy to see the importance Jeff Stutts played in the lives of all those he taught and coached at Jordan-Matthews and Asheboro high schools.
One current, three former ZooKeepers taken in draft
The Asheboro ZooKeepers finished the season strong but missed out on the post-season. Here’s a look back at last week’s local sports action and news. *Zach Evans was selected by the San Diego Padres in the ninth round of the Major League draft. *Three former Asheboro players were...
Former RHS star takes on Trail Blazing task
WINSTON-SALEM — Building a collegiate sports program from the ground up is a daunting task. There are endless i’s to dot and t’s to cross well before any student-athlete can step on a court or field. Randleman High School graduate Shelly (Whitaker) Barnes is undertaking that massive...
Kentucky enters race for new UNC basketball target
The North Carolina Tar Heels recently offered 2026 prospect Caleb Holt, adding him to their recruiting board last week. The small forward is among the top prospects overall in the 2026 class and will be a priority for many programs, including UNC. But now, another blueblood program is getting involved as well. Kentucky became the latest program to offer Holt, joining the recruitment and upping their pursuit of him. Holt took to Twitter to announce that he had received an offer from Kentucky. They join Duke, North Carolina, Alabama, Kansas, Auburn, and Tennessee among the programs that have officially offered him so far. Blessed...
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