Interim chancellor announced for Appalachian State University
App State’s Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Heather Norris will take on the role following the resignation of Sheri Everts on Monday.
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Forsyth County officials share new opioid settlement spending priorities
Forsyth County health officials plan to set aside more funding from a state settlement with opioid manufacturers for medications used to treat substance use disorders.
International travel remains a concern for High Point Market
The High Point Furniture Market wrapped up its spring session this week. The last two spring markets brought big crowds, a continuing
North Carolina sees slight surplus this year, $1B more next year
A new North Carolina forecast from the General Assembly and Gov. Roy Cooper's administration expects revenues during this fiscal year and next to be higher than what's projected in the current state budget.
RiverRun documentary celebrates the life and work of longtime NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu
Romanian-born filmmaker and UNCSA professor Julian Semilian pays homage to his friend and artistic mentor, longtime NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, in his new documentary "Fish Have No Psychiatrists: A Day with Andrei Codrescu."
N.C. A&T book festival looks to empower families
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's Aggies READ Book Festival aims to promote the science of reading to families in the community.
Author and activist Bettina Love speaks in Winston-Salem about injustices in education
Bettina Love, author of "Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How we Heal," gave a presentation in Winston-Salem Tuesday evening about the impacts of education policies on Black students.
North Carolina university committee swiftly passes policy change that could cut diversity staff
Diversity, equity and inclusion staff members' jobs in North Carolina's public university system could be at risk. The University of North Carolina Board of Governors committee quickly voted to repeal a DEI policy adopted in 2019. The policy will now be sent to the full board to vote on at its next meeting in May.
Greensboro City Council amends regulations for accessory dwelling units
The City Council voted unanimously to amend its land development ordinance for accessory units Tuesday as officials look to increase housing options.
Internet customers in western North Carolina to benefit from provider's $20M settlement
The North Carolina Attorney General's Office has announced a $20 million settlement with a major internet provider that will require it to make investments in infrastructure in the coming years.