The Small North Carolina Town That Wants To Dissolve Itself
Unwilling to impose a property tax and unable to offer services beyond streetlights, the town council in Centerville, N.C., is working to repeal its charter.
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3,000-Pound Rooster Statue Stolen From North Carolina Farm
It's a cocky move to steal a rooster statue, and authorities have apprehended a man they believe has run afowl of the law. The local sheriff says the case is "very strange."
The South Has Been Slow To Harness Its Wind, But That's Changing
There are several reasons the region is lagging in wind energy — including lower wind speeds. But now North Carolina is home to the first large-scale commercial wind farm in the Southeast.
N.C. Court Blocks Attempt By State Lawmakers To Limit Incoming Governor's Power
Judges delayed a law signed by the outgoing governor of North Carolina, who was defeated in November's election, requiring his successor's nominees to be approved by the Republican-controlled Senate.
In Rural N.C., Trump Supporters Eagerly Await A Different Kind Of Change
Yadkin County, N.C., is overwhelmingly white and went overwhelmingly for Donald Trump in November. Voters there hope Trump will lessen what they've felt was a weight on them for the past eight years.
Burcin's Galaxy, The Universe And Sort-Of Time Travel
Unusual galaxies can challenge our understanding of the universe. They're also, generally, pretty cool and exciting.
As Obamacare Repeal Heats Up, Newly Insured North Carolinians Fret
Over half a million people in North Carolina rely on insurance made available under by the Affordable Care Act. Many are concerned about what happens if the federal health law is dismantled.
'Bathroom Bill' Fight Brewing In Texas
Texas Republicans are divided over the need for, and political wisdom of a bill similar to one that caused political turmoil in North Carolina.
North Carolina Judge Blocks Attempt To Strip Governor Of Some Powers
The judge temporarily blocked a law removing the State Board of Elections from the governor's control. The Republican-controlled Legislature's action was called a "power grab" by Democrats.
Repeal Of North Carolina's HB2 Law Fails As Legislature Adjourns Special Session
A deal between Charlotte leaders and state lawmakers called for the repeal of both a local ordinance and the controversial state law. The repeal failed a Senate vote, and the Legislature adjourned.