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When Monchu disappeared into raging floodwaters during a casual walk, his owner and an entire North Carolina community refused to give up. After a dramatic rescue attempt and an overnight search involving firefighters, social media, and dozens of volunteers, the beloved dog was found safe. #
Three North Carolina schools are getting a major funding boost to help students succeed. New Hanover County Schools received $1.7 million in federal grants over three years to transform education for students who need it most.
Campbell University is transforming 100 acres of overgrown land along North Carolina's Cape Fear River into a thriving forest ecosystem. The 30-year reforestation project will replace dying, overcrowded trees with healthy ones while protecting water quality and wildlife.
After being rejected once before, Good Samaritan HospitalāNorth Carolina's first privately funded Black hospitalāfinally received a state historical marker honoring its 70 years of service. Former nurses who worked there in the 1960s reunited at the unveiling ceremony to celebrate the friendship and legacy born from a place that served their community when no one else would.
Presley Leonard and her Roxboro Community School teammates just brought home a 2A state softball championship. The senior leader helped her team achieve what every high school athlete dreams of.
Good Samaritan Hospital, which provided life-saving care to African American patients during segregation, will receive a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker this week. The hospital served Charlotte's Black community for over a century, from 1891 to 1996. #
Georgia Tech claimed its first ACC Baseball Championship since 2014 with a dominant 13-6 victory over North Carolina, becoming the first team in 13 years to win both the regular season and tournament titles. The Yellow Jackets' explosive offense and historic tournament performance have them heading into the NCAA Championship with serious momentum.
Northwestern's women's lacrosse team made history by winning their ninth NCAA championship in front of a record home crowd, defeating North Carolina 14-11. First-year player Gabriella McCollester scored four goals in her debut championship game as the Wildcats completed a stunning 14-game winning streak.
Cancer patients in North Carolina now have easier access to specialized rehabilitation without leaving their treatment center. UNC Health Pardee just opened a dedicated physical therapy space inside its cancer center, removing one more barrier during an already difficult journey.
The defending champion North Carolina Tar Heels are heading back to the national championship game after a commanding 16-6 victory over Maryland. After trailing early, the team locked down defensively and scored 13 straight goals to secure their spot in Sunday's final.
Elena Castro Rivera nearly lost her foot in a bike accident at age 6. Now she's helping other burn survivors heal at a camp where scars become badges of courage.
After losing 98% of its rivercane to development, Western North Carolina is bringing back the native bamboo that once prevented flooding. Hurricane Helene has sparked renewed interest in this natural solution.
After losing 98% of its rivercane to development, Western North Carolina is replanting the native bamboo that once protected streams from flooding. Following Hurricane Helene's devastation, communities are rediscovering what Cherokee people always knew: this humble plant is a natural disaster shield.
When Jeshua Rios accidentally hooked a Kemp's ridley sea turtle off a North Carolina pier, he made a choice that gave the world's smallest and rarest sea turtle a second chance. His quick call to rescuers turned a dangerous moment into a conservation win.
College of The Albemarle inducted its largest ever class into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, recognizing 25 students who maintained at least a 3.5 GPA while serving their communities. The achievement marks the chapter's fourth consecutive year earning top national recognition.
The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro just earned the title of world's largest natural habitat zoo, giving 1,700 animals room to roam across sprawling, nature-inspired exhibits. Visitors can meet over 250 species living in spaces that mirror their wild homes.
Your next sandwich order could arrive from the sky. Papa John's just launched drone delivery testing in North Carolina, partnering with Wing to bring food to doorsteps in minutes.
Anil Kochhar surprised 202 North Carolina State University graduates by wiping away their final year of student debt during his commencement speech. The gift honors his father, who came from India to study textiles at the same school 80 years ago.
A North Carolina cancer center now has a beautiful new bell designed by a local artist where patients can ring in their victories. The bell gives more patients a chance to mark the moment they finish treatment.
The Elon University women's track and field team just completed a perfect season sweep, capturing their fifth conference championship in six years. Their dominant 193-point performance earned them the rare triple crown: fall cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track titles all in one academic year.
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