North Carolina
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Unique event will discuss the maternal health gap for people of color in NC
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is set to host a live, Spanish-language event — a Cafecito and tele-town hall — on Tuesday, May 21, from 6 to 7 p.m. The goal of the event is…
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Rural transformation: 19 NC communities selected for economic program
The Commerce Department has announced that 19 rural communities across North Carolina have been chosen to participate in a program aimed at boosting their capacity to plan, implement, and oversee economic development programs and opportunities. The Rural Community Capacity (RC2)…
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These 19 people spend their free time making North Carolina a better place
Last week, the Governor’s Medallion Award for Volunteer Service, North Carolina’s highest award for volunteer service, was presented to 19 individuals and three organizations across 20 counties. The award is presented annually by the N.C. Commission on Volunteerism & Community…
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If you serve the reentry population in NC, consider applying for this grant
North Carolina’s Workforce Development Board announces reentry grant.
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Get baaa-lanced at these 5 places to practice goat yoga in NC
What is goat yoga?
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Meet the DJ-turned-educator who won North Carolina’s top tech honor
Dr. Melanie Honeycutt, Chief Information Officer at Burke County Public Schools (BCPS), has been awarded the title of 2024 North Carolina Technology Director of the Year. The award was presented at the North Carolina Technology in Education Society (NCTIES) conference…
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Celebrate 50 years of the North Carolina Zoo with a wild visit or two
Chris Goldston, animal management supervisor at the North Carolina Zoo, started 40 years ago when his brother recommended him to help finish building the lion enclosure in the Africa section. He’s worked his way around the zoo, gaining knowledge about…
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The 10 biggest & best farmers markets in North Carolina
Farming is a big part of North Carolina’s economy, and its wide variety of products and commodities makes it the third-most agriculturally diverse state in the U.S. It’s also home to a plethora of farmers markets where you can purchase…
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Derby Day dreams: 8 places to enjoy a mint julep in North Carolina
“Aaannnddd, they’re off!” The start of a horse race is always exciting, but maybe the most exciting (and most-watched) race in the United States is on Derby Day, better known as the day of the Kentucky Derby, the first race…
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Dog days out: 20 dog-friendly establishments in Greensboro
Doggos Dog Park and Pub