More evacuations as wildfires burn in the Carolinas. Forecasts aren't encouraging for firefighters
More people have been asked to leave their homes in the North Carolina and South Carolina mountains as wildfires spread and the forecast for
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With Grace and Grit: Six months after Helene struck, Lansing is reinventing itself, again
A few decades ago, the High Country town of Lansing was a struggling former train stop. But this century, it has seen a revival, thanks to new residents and businesses.
Then, Helene washed away much of the progress. Six months after the storm, Lansing is again looking to make a comeback.
Gov. Stein announces new workforce council during Forsyth Tech visit
Stein also backed Propel NC, a recently unveiled community college funding model. It’s designed to connect students to jobs in high-demand fields such as advanced manufacturing, information technology and health care.
North Carolina Senate majority leader to resign from chamber
A top lieutenant to North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger announced on Tuesday his resignation from his Senate seat, creating a leadership vacancy as the Senate enters a more intense work period this year.
High Point City Council approves revitalization plan, residents voice displacement concerns
The approval came despite several southwest High Point residents voicing concerns that new investment could lead to current residents being displaced.
Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene
Dry conditions, wind and trees downed by Hurricane Helene fueled wildfires in North Carolina and South Carolina, where evacuation orders were in effect Tuesday.
State Superintendent Mo Green holds listening session in Winston-Salem
Hundreds of teachers, students and parents gathered inside of the Mount Tabor High School auditorium Monday night for the third stop on State Superintendent Mo Green’s listening tour, called “Mo Wants to Know.”
Forsyth Tech enrollment reaches 11-year high
The college is in the midst of several major capital projects designed in part to expand offerings for students in high-demand transportation programs.
NCDOT awards grants for local youth aviation academies
The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation is awarding grants to 12 airports across the state.
Winston-Salem Symphony releases 2025-2026 schedule featuring Ben Folds
The Winston-Salem Symphony has released the schedule for its 2025-2026 season.