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The Carolina Hurricanes returned to Raleigh with the Stanley Cup after winning their first championship in 20 years, sparking citywide celebrations. A parade honoring the team is set for Saturday, officially declared "Carolina Hurricanes Day."
Thousands of Carolina Hurricanes fans packed downtown Raleigh for a championship parade, 20 years after the team's last Stanley Cup victory. The celebration brought together a community that showed up before dawn to honor their hockey heroes.
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.
Starting this tax season, North Carolina residents can donate part of their refund to save endangered wildlife with a single checkbox. Every $100 donated gets matched with $186 in federal grants, nearly tripling the conservation impact.
North Carolina is pouring $16.3 million into upgrading freight rail infrastructure across 12 railroads and a major port. When matched with private funds, the total investment reaches $41.5 million to strengthen the state's economic backbone.
North Carolina just earned the #1 spot for economic development in America, marking the third time in six years the state has claimed the top honor. Record job commitments and billions in new investments are creating opportunities across the entire state.
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.
Environmental advocates are pushing back against a surprising pause on North Carolina's solar energy expansion, arguing these projects are essential for reliable, affordable power. The legal challenge could restore momentum to the state's clean energy progress.
North Carolina just released a detailed plan to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030, with most of the projects already funded. The comprehensive strategy covers everything from clean energy to electric vehicles, promising cleaner air and lower energy costs for families. #
Amazon just committed billions to bring 1,000 advanced manufacturing jobs to North Carolina through a partnership with fiber optics leader Corning. The deal strengthens American manufacturing while powering the data centers that keep hospitals, emergency services, and businesses running nationwide.
After Hurricane Helene devastated rural North Carolina, isolated communities turned to their fire stations for survival. Now those same stations are getting solar microgrids to stay powered when the next storm hits.
Thirty-three North Carolina students who raised livestock for state fair competitions just received college scholarships totaling $67,500. The program has now invested nearly $700,000 in young farmers since 2015. #
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein unveiled a plan to give teachers the highest starting pay in the Southeast with a 13% raise for new educators. The $397 million investment aims to recruit and keep talented teachers across the state.
A tiny 5,000-person town in North Carolina is becoming home to a master-planned community that could house 60,000 people within 20 years. While growth brings challenges, the development aims to help solve America's housing shortage with thoughtful planning.
North Carolina just released a comprehensive roadmap to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030, with concrete strategies already funded to make it happen. The plan focuses on clean energy, electric vehicles, and energy efficiency to fight climate change while keeping costs down for families.
Major companies are lining up for Duke Energy's new clean energy program, with early subscriptions exceeding targets and unlocking renewable power for businesses across North Carolina. Cisco, Daimler Truck, and US Cold Storage are leading the charge toward their sustainability goals.
Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.
Small towns across North Carolina are getting a major boost as the state commits nearly $6 million to revitalize downtowns, create hundreds of jobs, and preserve what makes rural communities special. From historic lighting projects to new tech company headquarters, these grants are breathing new life into Main Streets.
A North Carolina couple discovered they owned a 472-year-old painting by Renaissance master Sofonisba Anguissola after watching a YouTube lecture. The portrait, missing for over a century, is one of only 20 signed works by history's most celebrated female artist of the era.
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.
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