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A North Carolina clinic is helping cancer survivors navigate the complex emotions and physical challenges that come after treatment ends. The program offers whole-person care that goes far beyond typical follow-up appointments.
A North Carolina woman confronted her abuser in court and forgave the father who tortured her for years. Now she's speaking out to help other survivors know it's never their fault.
A North Carolina nonprofit is hosting a two-day wellness symposium designed exclusively for breast cancer survivors, with pay-what-you-can pricing to ensure everyone can attend. The event combines expert education, healing practices, and survivor connection to support women navigating life after diagnosis.
More than 19,000 North Carolinians learned CPR in one day through a statewide initiative led by Duke University. Though they missed the 30,000-person world record, organizers called it a massive win for community safety.
North Carolina trained 19,739 people in hands-only CPR in a single day, breaking a U.S. record and equipping thousands with skills to save lives. While the global record remained untouched, the effort means nearly 20,000 more people can now respond in a cardiac emergency.
Almost 20,000 North Carolinians learned lifesaving CPR skills in a single day as part of a world record attempt and medical research trial. The mass training could help save thousands of lives from cardiac arrest, America's leading cause of death.
North Carolina just trained 30,000 people in lifesaving CPR in a single day, smashing India's previous world record while giving communities the power to save lives from sudden cardiac arrest.
A North Carolina history teacher is keeping a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor's legacy alive by sharing his story of courage with middle schoolers. Steve Goldberg promised his friend Abe Piasek he would continue teaching hope through history.
For 18 years, Apex United Methodist Church has transformed its gym into a boutique where North Carolina teens can find their dream prom dress, shoes, and accessories at no cost. This year, volunteers are giving away nearly 3,000 donated dresses to make sure every student can experience their special night.
A kindergarten class in Lumberton, North Carolina, just earned national recognition for their dedication to reading. The Magnolia Elementary students logged over 240 minutes of literacy practice to become MVP champions.
Four University of North Carolina student-athletes just earned major recognition for proving you can dominate both the classroom and the competition. Two will receive $9,000 scholarships for graduate school, while two others landed on the ACC's excellence honor roll.
A North Carolina company just unveiled three new sodium-ion batteries that promise to make home energy storage safer and more affordable than current lithium options. The timing couldn't be better as electricity costs rise nationwide and homeowners search for reliable backup power solutions.
A police dog in North Carolina is getting life-saving protection thanks to a generous family foundation in New Jersey. K-9 Omen will soon patrol the streets of Burgaw with a bullet and stab-resistant vest keeping him safe.
A newly completed sewer project in Alexander County, North Carolina, just unlocked economic potential for 238 acres of industrial land. The infrastructure upgrade cost nothing to taxpayers and sets the stage for hundreds of future jobs.
After nearly a decade of waiting, Robbinsville High School's wrestling team claimed their second state championship with a commanding victory. The Black Knights dominated their competition, proving that patience and persistence pay off.
Thirty North Carolina counties are joining forces to break a world record by training 30,000 people in hands-only CPR this February. Onslow County is offering free training at four locations on Feb. 25, making it easier than ever to learn a skill that could save a life.
Meredith College welcomed its first cohort of 23 nursing students this spring, marking a milestone in addressing healthcare workforce needs. The new program combines liberal arts education with rigorous science training and hands-on clinical experience.
A 17-year-old runner from Texas just became the sixth-fastest 800-meter athlete in indoor history, breaking a world junior record that stood for over a quarter century. Cooper Lutkenhaus clocked an astonishing 1:44.03 at a North Carolina meet, proving age is just a number when it comes to athletic excellence.
Two North Carolina communities just secured over a million dollars in federal funding to build a treatment facility that will permanently reduce dangerous "forever chemicals" in their drinking water. The project marks a major win for public health in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.
Students from Lenoir County Public Schools claimed half of all winning projects at a regional science fair, competing against 19 other counties. Their success stems from hands-on classroom learning that turns curiosity into real scientific discovery.
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