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N.C. group honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 3/29 2:57P Noelle Lashley

The day brings a mix of emotions for many of the war's veterans.

Permit To Buy Handgun No Longer Required In North Carolina

WCCB Charlotte 3/29 1:35P Associated Press

RALEIGH, N.C. North Carolina residents can now buy a handgun without getting a permit from a local sheriff, after the Republican-controlled legislature on Wednesday overrode...

Former North Carolina Senator, Tax Secretary David Hoyle Dies At 84

WCCB Charlotte 3/29 12:40P Associated Press

DALLAS, N.C. Former North Carolina state Sen. David Hoyle, a powerful force on taxes, economic development and education within state government when Democrats last controlled...

Mecklenburg County Man Enjoys $2 Million Scratch-Off Win

WCCB Charlotte 3/29 11:03A Emily Bryson

MINT HILL, NC (News Release) Charles Stewart of Mint Hill tried his luck on a $20 scratch-off and won a $2 million top prize. Stewart bought his lucky 100X The Cash ticket at...

Iredell County Man ‘Ecstatic’ Over $214,420 Jackpot Win

WCCB Charlotte 3/29 10:54A Emily Bryson

STATESVILLE, NC (News Release) Joshua Roten of Statesville said his girlfriend could see the shock on his face after a Fast Play ticket revealed a $214,420 jackpot. She said I...

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N.C. educator says proposed teacher raises are a step in the right direction

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/29 2:09P Natalie Mooney

The state House will begin deliberation on the proposal on Thursday.

Driver education teacher has mixed feelings on new permit legislation

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/28 8:30A Natalie Mooney

This would extend the modified state law in place during COVID-19.

Hawk's Harvest: Fighting food insecurity at UNCW

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/27 12:53P Natalie Mooney

The Hawk's Harvest Food Pantry saw more use in three months this fall than it did the entire last academic year.

Union County's new teaching program hopes to bring students back as teachers

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/27 11:45A Jacob Reynolds

The Next Stop: TeachUCPS program aims to help fill the state's more than 5,000 teacher vacancies

NCCU junior shares gender equality research before U.N. panel

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/24 3:37P Patrick Thomas

Talia Chavis flew to New York City with the group WomenNC to address a U.N. panel promoting gender equality.

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Charlotte Spring Concert Guide

CLTure 3/29 1:07P CLTure

By CLTure March 28, 2023 A complete list of all of the best concerts coming to Charlotte this spring in 2023 (updated weekly). March 29 Joshua Bassett at The Underground March...

Popular Charleston restaurant Taco Boy is expanding to Charlotte

Axios Charlotte 3/29 9:40A Laura Barrero

Taco Boy , a popular taqueria out of Folly Beach in Charleston, is expanding to The Station at LoSo . They re set to open in late September or early October. What to expect: The 15,000-square-foot...

Counter- chef Sam Hart named a James Beard Award finalist

Axios Charlotte 3/29 7:39A Ashley Mahoney

Chicago here we come! Counter-  chef Sam Hart posted on Instagram Wednesday. What s happening: Hart, who is nominated for best chef in the Southeast, is the second Charlotte chef to reach the final...

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Best new restaurant? This North Carolina dining spot gets prestigious James Beard nod

CharlotteFive 3/29 6:39A Simone Jasper

The restaurant was named among the nation’s nominees.

A Carolinas-based taqueria is opening this fall at The Station at LoSo in Charlotte

CharlotteFive 3/29 4:46A Heidi Finley

Expect fresh tortillas made in house when Taco Boy brings its beach vibes to town.

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Ask The Old Guy: On the road again

Panthers News 3/29 9:41A Darin Gantt

During a blur of travel from pro days to the league meetings, sometimes you need to take a 30,000-foot view of what's been going on for the Panthers.

Washington scores career-high 43 as Hornets top Thunder

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/29 7:45A Associated Press

“I was just trying to be aggressive with the shots that I did take,” Washington said.

Related: Recap: PJ Washington scores career-high 43 points as Hornets top Thunder, 137-134 At The Hive

Charlotte Hornets at Oklahoma City game thread

At The Hive 3/28 1:30P Jonathan DeLong

Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images Only one more road game after this one. No more games later than 7pm. Pretty crazy. This is now an open thread!

Panthers hoping DJ Chark recovers old form after surgery

Panthers News 3/28 7:35A Darin Gantt

Frank Reich was enthusiastic about the deep speed of his newest receiver, saying that a recent surgery could fix a persistent problem.

Frank Reich committed to deliberate quarterback "process"

Panthers News 3/28 6:56A Darin Gantt

Their road-show will continue tomorrow, but the Panthers know that getting the No. 1 overall pick right is so valuable that they have to be thorough.

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It’s Baby Boomers vs. Millennials in the Housing Market’s Hunger Games—Guess Who’s Winning?

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 12:30P Clare Trapasso

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Source: Getty Images (2) It s baby boomers versus millennials in the housing market s own version of The Hunger Games. And in today s cutthroat environment, where...

6 Common Myths About USDA Home Loans (Hint: They Aren’t Just for Farms)

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 11:30A Kimberly Dawn Neumann

Getty Images In today s high-priced, unpredictable housing market, selecting the right mortgage is a make-or-break moment. Choose right, and you could save many thousands of dollars on interest ,...

From Showroom to Home: 5 Ways To Pull Off a Trauma-Free Furniture Delivery

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 10:30A Larissa Runkle

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Photos: Getty Images (2) Wahoo! You’ve finally gotten around to replacing a couch that’s older than you are. Or maybe you re investing in a king-size mattress that...

Striking New Jersey Home of a Macy’s Heir Shops for a Buyer for $1.5M

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 9:30A Kristine Hansen

Realtor.com A spectacular New Jersey home  with incredible links to American history needs a new steward. The 4,950-square-foot estate is in Red Bank, NJ , in the township of Middletown. It is...

‘Rock the Block’ Sinks to a New Low They Won’t Even Call By Its Real Name

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/28 8:30A Lisa Johnson Mandell

HGTV This week s Rock the Block sinks to a whole new level—all by bringing an oft-overlooked room to whole new heights. In the episode Lower Level Face Off, the four design teams are challenged to...

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N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announces changes to COVID-19 testing and dashboard

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/29 7:15A Sydney McCoy

COVID-19 will be deemed a routine part of public health and health care activities, ending public testing in N.C.

Mental health therapist notices impact of Adderall shortage

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/28 5:32P Estephany Escobar

Adderall has been in short supply since last year.

Gov. Roy Cooper signs Medicaid expansion bill into law

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/27 5:46P Associated Press

Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday signed a Medicaid expansion law that was a decade in the making and gives the Democrat a legacy-setting victory.

UNC Charlotte continuing wastewater monitoring efforts to stay ahead of COVID-19

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/27 10:21A Jennifer Roberts

It's been three years since COVID-19 disrupted our country, temporarily shutting down businesses.

COVID-19 still causing challenges for homeowners

Health | Spectrum News 1 3/25 6:38A Zyneria Byrd

The effects of COVID still linger as supply chain issues and worker shortages are causing some people to renovate homes on their own.

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