Moravian Cookie On Its Way To Being A State Symbol
With North Carolina lawmakers scrambling to finalize dozens of bills, there is one issue garnering strong bipartisan support.
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North Carolina House Approves Bill Setting Rules For Public School Takeovers
A bill requiring some low-performing public schools be turned over to private operators is making its way through the state General Assembly.
Stevens Center Could Get Multi-Million Dollar Makeover If State Funding Gets Approved
A major performance venue in Forsyth County could get a makeover with the help of state funding.
NC House Members: Cellphone Ban While Driving Needs Work
Legislation originally designed to prohibit the use of hand-held cellphones while driving in North Carolina nearly sank after a rewrite because lawmakers worried it would punish people who eat or p
North Carolina Educators Prepare For Another Major Rally In Raleigh
Thousands of educators are expected in Raleigh on Wednesday, May 1st, to demand more funding for public education from the legislature.
Proposed Legislation Would Redirect Funds To Teachers For Classroom Supplies
State Superintendent of Schools Mark Johnson and Republican lawmakers announced a new plan Wednesday to help teachers purchase the items they need.
Bill Aims To Get Retired NC Teachers Back In Classroom
Some North Carolina lawmakers are proposing legislation to help entice retired teachers back to the classroom.
House Committee Proposes Giving Schools Flexible Start Dates
State lawmakers are considering letting some schools start their calendar year earlier, but their proposals face opposition from the tourism industry.
Dueling Bills In NC Legislature Reignite Gun Debate
Two competing gun safety bills were recently introduced in the state legislature.