"(Roy) Cooper's advantage is not simply a function of Democratic support," said Michael Bitzer, director of Catawba College's Center for North Carolina Politics & Public Service. "His lead is being driven by independents, who currently support him by more than two-to-one over (Michael) Whatley."
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CONCORD — Residents interested in learning more about how their city government operates can now apply for the City of Concord's 2026 Concord 101 program.The free 14-week citizens academy offers participants an inside look at city government, including meetings with Mayor Bill Dusch, City Co…
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The Kannapolis Youth Council recently completed its 2025-26 legacy project by designing and painting 10 decorative birdhouses, which have been installed along the Bakers Creek and Irish Buffalo Creek greenways.
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An Iredell County author is bringing her family's immigration story to life for a new generation of readers through a middle-grade historical novel inspired by the experiences of her Dutch ancestors.Penny S. Ledbetter, a veteran educator and longtime North Carolina resident, recently release…
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As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, it is a great time to look back at western North Carolina’s and more specifically McDowell County’s part in the founding of our nation.
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Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: Mount Pleasant and Kannapolis celebrating American independence; new flights to Florida; see an eagle in person; and visit a historic site.
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Preston Wrisley broke through for his first career Cook Out Summer Shootout victory Monday night, highlighting Round 4 competition at Charlotte Motor Speedway as the grassroots racing series prepares for a busy two-night schedule next week.
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Moises Morales threw 4.2 hitless innings with nine strikeouts as the Hickory Crawdads rode a three-run first to a 7-4 win over the Hill City Howlers.
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After decades of being lucky enough to travel the world, I’ve collected more than my fair share of souvenirs. My favorite is a small chunk of the Berlin Wall. I didn’t buy it in a museum gift shop or snag it on eBay. I got it straight from the source back in 1989. That’s when the notorious concrete barrier — the ultimate symbol of the Cold War, pitting the communist East against the capitalist ...
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