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Working with local news and information providers to ensure everyone in North Carolina has access to news and information they trust. Stay connected with our weekly newsletter: https://nclocalnewsworkshop.org/resources/newsletter/
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⚠️ Wildfire danger is high across NC. Here’s what you should know nclocal.org/2025/11/19/w...
Wildfire danger is high across NC. Here’s what you should know
Overview: While there are currently no state-issued burn bans in North Carolina, current conditions in parts of central and western North Carolina have a higher wildfire danger than normal. While ther...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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How are Border Patrol operations affecting kids and schools in Charlotte? nclocal.org/2025/11/18/i...
November 18, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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🛒Need food in North Carolina? Use this map to find it! 1,000+ locations 🔎 Search by map or city/county 👉 Find free food resources here: nclocal.org/2025/11/12/n...
Need food in NC? Use this map to find it
If you are looking for free food in North Carolina, especially after the SNAP cuts, use this free tool to find food pantries, food banks and other food giveaways.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Do North Carolina police officers work with ICE?

Here's what to know about ICE detainers and immigration status checks in local jails, as well as the new HB318 law in North Carolina, a potential vote on Nov. 17 to override Gov. Stein's veto of SB153, and more. nclocal.org/2025/11/06/l...
November 12, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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We're hosting two great (free!) events next week in Western North Carolina as we connect with the community & welcome NC Local's Senior Reporter, Lilly Knoepp.

🍻Launch Event: The Trailhead
📍The Lazy Hiker (Sylva)
🗓️Nov. 13, 5 to 7
🎟️Free (first round on us!)
👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/nc-locals-...?
NC Local’s Lilly Knoepp Welcome Reception
Join us to meet Lilly Knoepp, NC Local’s newest journalist, and learn more about the work of NC Local in WNC.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Big news!🎉Yesterday, nearly 80 community leaders in Alamance County joined us as we announced the launch of The Alamance Fabric — a new newsletter and community engagement initiative!

✨Connecting neighbors
ℹ️Sharing trusted information
🤝Strengthening a sense of place
November 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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🥾Come hike with NC Local near Asheville on Nov. 14! Event + coffee & donuts are free! Dogs on a leash welcome! More info + free registration here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-short-hi...
November 5, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Will North Carolina teachers get raises this year? nclocal.org/2025/11/02/w...
When will state employees get pay raises? What can they expect?
WHAT IS THE CURRENT STATUS OF PAY RAISES FOR STATE EMPLOYEES? Well into the new fiscal year, the North Carolina General Assembly has not yet agreed on a comprehensive budget. As a result, pending rais...
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November 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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NC lawmakers just redrew congressional districts. The change is expected to flip another seat to Republicans by moving Black voters out of District 1. In this explainer (available for republication), we break down what just happened & what it means for voters: nclocal.org/2025/10/22/t...
The North Carolina legislature just changed the voting maps. What happened?
North Carolina lawmakers have approved a controversial congressional redistricting plan that shifts key boundaries in Districts 1 and 3, strengthening Republican control ahead of the 2026 elections. T...
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October 24, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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Wait, there’s an election? Join @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social & @youcanvotenc.bsky.social this Friday 9/5 at 11 am to get prepped on the 2025 North Carolina election & low-lift ways to help inform your community. Register here: airtable.com/appqfGVZywK3...
September 2, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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We're thrilled to partner with @newsobserver.com, 12+ other news and info orgs & UNC Asheville on this community focused event to mark the 1 year anniversary of Helene. We hope to see you there!
newsobserver.com The News & Observer @newsobserver.com · Aug 18
One year after Hurricane Helene, the mountains still carry stories of courage, kindness, and community. Join journalists & community members a free storytelling event:
🕠 Sept. 24. Reception 5:30 PM | 🗣 Stories 6:30 PM
📍 UNC Asheville | Free
Register: heartofthemountains.eventbrite.com
Event flyer for “The Heart of the Mountains,” September 24 at UNC Asheville, a free event sharing stories of courage, kindness, and community after Hurricane Helene.
August 19, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Great thread on the value of public media in state government coverage, particularly in #ncpol #ncga where there are three of us (two backed by a grant from the now-defunded Corporation for Public Broadcasting) keeping tabs on everything at the state capital for audiences from Murphy to Manteo
chriscooperwcu.bsky.social Chris Cooper @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social · Jul 19
I’m a big Big Bird fan. Mr. Snuffleeupagus, too.

But my biggest concern w/ the public media cuts is not about either of them, but rather what it they may mean for statehouse reporting. (1/5)
July 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Join @ncaatogether.bsky.social and @wunc.org tomorrow in Raleigh for an important conversation on navigating today's media environment! Learn tools to spot mis/disinformation and take part in an open discussion on how people and the press work with each other.

RSVP: ncaat.org/MomosWithThe...
June 24, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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The Trump administration's targeting of international students has come to NC. The Technician reports that 2 NC State grad students have left the US after their visas were revoked, without reason or warning. www.technicianonline.com/news/two-nc-...
Two NC State students leave U.S. after visas terminated
Two NC State graduate students left the U.S. after the State Department revoked their visas. The University was not notified beforehand but offered support.
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April 2, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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Today is the 6 month anniversary of Helene & WNC is facing a new disaster: wildfires. Follow these news & info orgs for the latest. @blueridgepublic.bsky.social has an excellent live blog here, including evacuations, air quality & notice of local gov updates: www.bpr.org/live-updates...
Latest: Wildfires exceed 6,500 acres across the region; Fire officials to hold community meeting in Saluda on Thursday
Wildfires continue to burn across Western North Carolina, fueled by debris and dry conditions.
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March 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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#HeadsUpNC We @nclocal.bsky.social have been tracking #NC impact of federal cuts and policy change as reported by our state's local journalists, impact from disaster preparedness to local economy and education. Please suggest links so we can help inform NC #NCPol docs.google.com/document/d/e...
NC Local’s guide to local impacts of federal policy changes
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March 25, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Investigations, raids, funding cuts, inclusion programs under attack—there's a lot happening to universities & campuses. Get the support you need to cover the local impact in your communities. Learn more in our Q&A with @opencampus.org's Colleen Murphy: nclocalnewsworkshop.org/skills-and-b...
A graphic with a dark teal background features a quote in white and light purple text from Colleen Murphy of Open Campus. The quote reads: 'We’ve seen the power of having people on the ground who can explain what’s at stake: what’s changing and what’s unclear, what questions people have, how a university president is or isn’t responding or defending the work that they’re doing in this moment. What is playing out right now is really significant and having local reporting on this really, really matters.' The NC Local logo appears at the bottom. On the right side of the image, there is a circular cutout containing a photograph of Colleen Murphy, a smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair, wearing a denim jacket over a black top, standing outdoors
March 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Thank you to the 300 (!) people who joined us at the 2025 News & Info Summit, co-hosted with @ncopengov.bsky.social, and all the presenters, sponsors, Summit organizers and venue staff. The NC ecosystem is really special & we are so grateful for all of you and your roles in building it!
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March 13, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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We’re so excited to see you tomorrow for the 2025 News & Information Summit, cohosted with the @ncopengov.bsky.social. If you haven't yet registered, there are a few spots left! www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-nc-ne... Here's a sample of the 20+ sessions to choose from.
A graphic in shades of blue and green with a mountain image in the background. The image is mostly text, including this description of the session: Movement journalism seeks to address and challenge the anti-Black harm and norms that exist in the field of journalism and reimagine the relationship between media makers and the communities they report on. Attend to learn about how movement journalism helps connect with communities, builds trust and allows for deeper audience engagement. Facilitated by Nada Merghani and Nadeen Bir, Press On Media. A graphic in shades of blue and green with a mountain image in the background. The image is mostly text, including: Here’s What Journalism School Didn't Teach You. Early career journalists will give candid and interactive advice to professional peers and students on the unexpected norms and unspoken rules of working in a newsroom. Attendees, bring your questions for the panel and learn how to better navigate your first years working in news. Featuring: CityView’s Valeria Cloës and Maydha Devarajan; WHQR’s Aaleah McConnell, and the N&O’s Lexi Solomon and Korie Dean. A graphic in shades of blue and green with a mountain image in the background. The image is mostly text, including: Imagining the future for rural community/news collaboration. Come brainstorm rural news, information and business model needs and discuss potential partnerships, strategies and technologies for news organizations, funders and communities. Featuring: Eli Flournoy, Press Forward Central Appalachia Chapter; Benjy Hamm, Institute for Rural Journalism at University of Kentucky and Luke Boutwell, James Research and Analytics.
March 11, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Join the NC Women in Journalism group tomorrow, 3/8 to celebrate International Women's Day with a panel of trailblazing journalists. Featuring @lisasorg.bsky.social, @elizabethwalters.bsky.social & others. Free event! Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-j...
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March 7, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Thank you @centercoopmedia.bsky.social for highlighting our work & the importance of local news ecosystems in serving communities during and after disasters.
March 3, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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We are thrilled to announce this news today! Find details below and in this week's newsletter: mailchi.mp/elon.edu/nc-...
melaniesill.bsky.social Melanie Sill @melaniesill.bsky.social · Feb 27
#HeadsUpNC some good news about local news in #NC. Proud to have helped develop this new initiative alongside @shanbow.bsky.social, founder and CEO of the new NC Local, who just made the announcement. Here are a few slides (1/5) #journalism @nclocal.bsky.social
Screenshot: Introducing: NC Local, a new nonprofit dedicated to strengthening access to local news about statewide issues in North Carolina
February 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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We’re excited about this special service available at the 3/12 NC News & Information Summit which we're co-hosting with @ncopengov.bsky.social. Please note, you need to sign up in advance and slots are limited! Info here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
A graphic in shades of blue and green with a mountain image in the background. The image is mostly text, describing a legal clinic for newsrooms. The text reads: ProJourn is organizing a series of Legal Checkup Clinics for Summit attendees who sign up in advance. During these clinics, attorneys will assess news organizations’ legal health by reviewing a checklist developed with the support of the firm Davis Wright Tremaine. This checklist includes a review of business models, governance, fundraising guidelines, media liability, intellectual property, and privacy. For more information and to sign up visit bit.ly/SummitLegalCheckup
February 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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We are 16 days away from the 2025 NC News & Information Summit on 3/12! Join us for the Sunshine Awards, a keynote featuring WNC journalists on covering Helene & 20+ sessions, like this one with @chriscooperwcu.bsky.social.
A graphic in shades of blue and green with a mountain image in the background. The image is mostly text, describing the Data Secrets of Political Scientists session. The text reads: "How liberal is Jeff Jackson? How conservative is Richard Hudson? How many people of color voted in the 2024 election in North Carolina? Who had their ballots rejected because of North Carolina's voter ID Law? Bring your questions and a laptop for an interactive session to find the answers. Facilitated by Chris Cooper, Western Carolina University"
February 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Please take a few minutes and read this story of a life well-lived.

Of particular, but not exclusive, interest to folks interested in #wnc #avl #appalachia.
February 18, 2025 at 9:39 PM