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North Carolina ranked top state for business by CNBC
North Raleigh Today - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
North Carolina has been named the top state for business by CNBC, marking the third time in four years that it has received this recognition. Governor Josh Stein expressed pride in the state's achievements, crediting North Carolina's business...
North Carolina earns No. 1 spot for business, despite No. 29 in quality of life
WECT TV6 - North Carolina
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July 11, 2025
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - North Carolina was named the top state for business by CNBC on Thursday, marking the third time in the last four years the state has earned the No. 1 ranking. Gov. Josh Stein called it a sign of progress and pointed to...
Cloning canines: North Carolina man raises twin puppies with genetic "mother" dog
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 11, 2025
A man's love for his dog ran so deep, he cloned her — not once, but twice.On the outside, they look like 3-month-old puppies, but genetically, these three dogs are nearly identical thanks to cloning technology.Vicenza is a mixed-breed elder dog...
North Carolina Race Track Reopening Under New Management
FloRacing - Texas
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July 10, 2025
On Friday, Coastal Plains Raceway announced that they have entered into a partnership with Speedway Plus Productions LLC to manage racing operations of the track formerly known as New River All-American Speedway in Jacksonville, NC. The D-shaped...
North Carolina insurance fraud scheme linked to forged credit card statements
WSOC 9 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
CHARLOTTE — A Charlotte man faces 52 felony charges related to fraudulent travel insurance claims. Oscar Rafael Ruiz was arrested on Tuesday and charged with 26 counts of insurance fraud, 21 counts of attempting to obtain property by false...
North Carolina named top state for business by CNBC
WSOC 9 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
CHARLOTTE — North Carolina is once again the best state for business. CNBC ranked it No. 1 in the country for the third time in four years, crediting a strong economy, growing workforce, and business-friendly policies. This marks the third time in...
North Carolina ranked No. 1 State for business; Stein visits Wilmington
WWAY 3 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– North Carolina is the top state for business in 2025, according to CNBC’s annual rankings. Gov. Josh Stein visited Wilmington on Thursday to highlight the recognition and discuss the Cape Fear region’s role in the state’s...
Contract Details for BYU-North Carolina Basketball Exhibition
Vanquish The Foe - Utah
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July 10, 2025
BYU will play North Carolina in an exhibition game at the Delta Center this October, as I reported back in May. This is is the second of BYU’s two exhibitions. The first is Saturday, October 18 at Nebraska. The NCAA passed a new rule that allows...
North Carolina named 2025's best state for business by CNBC
WLOS - North Carolina
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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — CNBC names North Carolina as the top state in the United States for business, marking the third time in four years the Tar Heel State has earned the title. North Carolina took the number one spot on America's Top States...
‘He was the missing piece’: Metro Atlanta parents grieve after son killed during family vacation
11 Alive - Georgia
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27-year-old Gabriel Lee was shot and killed outside of a lounge in Charlotte, North Carolina, over the Fourth of July weekend. DALLAS, Ga. — Every morning, Pastors Nicholas and Nekisha Cosey would sit on the same loveseat in their Dallas home,...
Several North Carolina state parks closed due to flooding from deadly Chantal
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Several NC state parks closed due to flooding from deadly Chantal YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. RIGHT NOW, THE CITY OF MEBANE HAS LESS THAN A DAY’S SUPPLY OF CLEAN DRINKING WATER LEFT. IT COMES AFTER RAIN FROM CHANTAL FLOODED THE GRAHAM MEBANE WATER...
Have camera, will travel: Local photographer brings art to Brookings Summer Arts Festival
The Brookings Register - South Dakota
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By John KubalThe Brookings Register BROOKINGS — Art and the joy of adventure: that’s the theme the photographs of Casey Goodwin is bringing to booth No. 119 at the 2025 Brookings Summer Arts Festival. “I’d like to say that every print in there has...
This Is North Carolina's Most Underrated Small Town In 2025
The Travel
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July 10, 2025
North Carolina has diverse landscapes that attract nearly 40 million visitors each year, making it the fifth-most visited state in the U.S. Aside from having some of the most beautiful beach towns in the Carolinas, a large portion of Western North...
North Carolina named best state for business again
WFMY News 2 - North Carolina
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For the third time in four years, the Tar Heel State grabbed the No. 1 spot thanks to its strong economy, skilled workforce and pro-business climate. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina has once again claimed the top spot in CNBC’s annual “Top States...
Giant great white shark spotted near popular North Carolina beach and 'could get closer'
The Mirror US
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July 10, 2025
07:29 ET, 10 Jul 2025 The legendary shark attack thriller Jaws celebrated its 50th anniversary this month. And in a twist mirroring the movie, a popular summer hotspot is now dealing with not one, but two great white sharks patrolling its...
Risk for heavy rain, severe storms, and flooding may develop again in North Carolina on Friday
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Heavy rain, severe storms, and flooding possible again Friday in North Carolina; July 10 Update Friday storms may become severe and may cause more flash flooding as we recover from midweek floods. WELL, WE DO HAVE A WEATHER IMPACT DAY TODAY. IN...
This Overlooked Southern Town Is One of America’s Best Solo Travel Destinations
The Travel
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July 10, 2025
Arkansas rarely gets its proper recognition as a top travel destination in the American South. While other Southern states like Tennessee and North Carolina get acclaim for their incredible natural scenery, and South Carolina for its distinctive...
Dangerous FLASH FLOODING continues in North Carolina; High Point, Thomasville roads under water
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Dangerous FLASH FLOODING continues in the Triad tonight, Weather Impact Day Thursday, 10:15 PM July 9 Update A HOSPITAL STAFF MEMBER SENT IN THIS PICTURE FROM EARLIER TONIGHT. SIMPLY PUT, IF YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE OUT, STAY OFF THE ROADS. THIS IS A...
‘Dire situation’: Southeastern North Carolina school districts grapple with federal funding freeze
WECT TV6 - North Carolina
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July 9, 2025
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - With most school doors in North Carolina opening in just over a month, districts statewide are now facing potentially significant funding cuts that could impact services for teachers and students this school year. Last...
This Georgia city is ranked No. 4 on America's Best Travel Destinations by Travel + Leisure
Athens Banner Herald - Georgia
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Georgia’s Hostess City is making headlines once again, named one of the top five travel destinations in the United States, praising the historic city for its walkability, Southern hospitality, and enchanting natural beauty. Ranked fourth on Travel...