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Months after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of North Carolina, Henderson County is turning temporary disaster response positions into permanent jobs to support long-term community rebuilding. The decision recognizes that recovery takes years, not months.
Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson revealed he played most of 2025 with a shoulder injury, yet still posted impressive numbers. Now healthy and surrounded by new teammates, the 24-year-old is ready to lead his team back to winning ways.
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson refused to feel sorry for himself after missing 51 games with a torn hamstring. Now he's leading his team into the playoffs for the first time in his young career.
College football scores a win for tradition as Virginia and NC State move their 2025 matchup from Brazil back to Charlottesville. The decision keeps students and local fans at the heart of the game.
Audrey Ericksen came home to play basketball at NC State as a walk-on, willing to pay her own way just for the chance to compete. Two weeks later, her coach surprised her by ripping up a $30,000 tuition bill and awarding her a full scholarship.
The eighth-seeded NC State Wolfpack dominated their NCAA Tournament opener with a flawless 5-0 victory over Morgan State, keeping their remarkable postseason streak alive. This marks the team's seventh consecutive year advancing past the first round.
Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz just matched a legendary franchise record held by Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. At just 23 years old, he's also climbing the all-time list for baseball's youngest players.
NC State's baseball team launched a new tradition with their first-ever Victory Over Cancer game, celebrating pediatric cancer survivor Milo Johnson. The Wolfpack dominated Duke 18-5 while raising awareness and hope for families fighting childhood cancer.
Canadian golf star Brooke Henderson is one shot away from winning the same major championship she conquered a decade ago as a 17-year-old. The timing couldn't be more special—her sister just welcomed a baby girl named after that legendary 2016 victory.
A college tennis player just proved the unconventional path can lead to the sport's biggest stages. Diana Shnaider stunned the world's top-ranked player to become the first recent NCAA athlete to reach a Grand Slam semifinal.
A businessman honored his late father's legacy by announcing he would pay off the final-year student loans for 202 graduating students at NC State's Wilson College of Textiles. The surprise gift gives graduates a fresh financial start as they launch their careers.
Cancer survivors in Henderson, North Carolina will be celebrated at a special Western-themed dinner on May 15, featuring Duck Dynasty family member Lisa Robertson as keynote speaker. The free event recognizes the courage and resilience of those who've faced cancer and won.
Ted Northrup has spent eight years teaching homeless teenagers how to ride the bus, earn their GEDs, and rebuild their lives in Charlotte. One student he tutored now manages a FedEx team and lives in her own apartment.
Clayton, North Carolina is partnering with NC State University to study how residents access housing, jobs, and transportation. The goal is to identify barriers and ensure growth benefits everyone.
A program in Western North Carolina is training everyday people to show up within minutes when tragedy strikes, offering a calming presence to families facing sudden loss. No experience needed, just a compassionate heart.
Community volunteers from six organizations joined forces to brighten eight classrooms in Transylvania County, North Carolina, giving teachers and students a fresh start for the new school year. The project shows how small acts of service can create welcoming learning spaces for kids.
North Carolina's Executive Mansion opened its doors for the state's first official Juneteenth celebration, bringing hundreds together for what felt like a family reunion. The historic gathering marked a milestone in how the state honors freedom and community.
North Carolina is completing the state's first wildlife land bridge that safely separates human hikers from black bears and other animals using a clever mirrored design. The innovative structure reconnects animal habitats while cutting vehicle collisions by up to 90%.
A North Carolina rescue that specializes in saving orphaned newborn puppies is distributing 10 incubator kits to rural shelters across the state. The equipment gives abandoned puppies found cold and alone their best chance at survival.
A North Carolina rescue that specializes in saving orphaned newborn puppies is distributing incubator kits to rural shelters across the state. The equipment gives fragile puppies their best chance at survival during those critical first hours.
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