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North Carolina Community College System hosts 2024 conference
The North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) hosted its biennial system conference Oct. 13-15 in Raleigh with a theme of “The Extraordinary 58: Paving the Way for Economic Mobility and Successful Futures.”…
Perspective | Our community colleges will power western NC’s recovery
As the fury and devastation of Hurricane Helene became clear, thousands of North Carolinians rushed into action to save lives and serve their communities.…
Perspective | Community colleges play key Helene recovery role
Like many in our state, I have deep roots here. I’ve found that being from North Carolina isn’t just where my family and I live, it’s a core part of who we are.…
Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts STEAM event for 2,000 students and parents
Coraline Elizabeth Timberlake Ross introduces a wandering student to Bartholomew III, a patient care mannequin, and explains that he is 75 years-old and having severe respiratory issues.…
The Editor’s Notes
Early voting is up in North Carolina. Last Thursday, the first day of in-person early voting, a first-day record was set of 353,166 ballots accepted at sites statewide, according to preliminary data from the State Board of Elections. In 2020, 348,559 ballots were accepted — so it was up by 1.3%. As of 4 p.m. Sunday, more than 1 million voters had cast ballots in the 2024 general election, including absentee and early voting ballots, according to the board.
Here is our voter guide. And here is First Vote!
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EARLY BIRD | What hurricane recovery looks like
One of Liz’s main takeaways from her visit was how important it is to have strong relationships between local Smart Start partnerships and public school systems, particularly during a crisis.... Read the rest
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Cooper, Tillis pledge joint response to Helene’s economic impact
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Household Food Security in the United States in 2023
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Finally, This Election Season, Child Hunger is on the Table
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How Do the Presidential Candidates’ Housing Plans Measure Up?
