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Low-magnitude earthquake shakes NC mountains
CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) - A weak earthquake shook part of the North Carolina mountains early Sunday morning, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The 2.2-magnitude quake struck in the area of Buffalo Cove Road, southeast of Boone and Blowing Rock, just before 4:30 a.m. USGS data...
Enter 'Barbie World' in Wilkes County
MILLERS CREEK, N.C. — It's hard to believe it's already been a year since the Barbie movie released in U.S. theaters. The following months saw increased sales for the doll's maker, Mattel, and reignited a love for the doll and brand across generations. Still riding the high, Barbie collector...
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