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A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
Is a hot dog a sandwich? One Durham sandwich shop takes on the debate
A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:10 AM
A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
Airline pulls out of RDU, citing decline in Canadian visitors to the US
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:50 AM
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
The N.C. Independent Schools held state swimming championships in Greensboro on Monday.
Providence Day’s girls, Cary Academy’s boys win NCISAA swim championships
The N.C. Independent Schools held state swimming championships in Greensboro on Monday.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:40 AM
The N.C. Independent Schools held state swimming championships in Greensboro on Monday.
Two Charlotte Hornets and their head coach were among five people ejected from Detroit’s win at Spectrum Center.
Charlotte Hornets’ streak-busting loss to Pistons marred by five ejections
Two Charlotte Hornets and their head coach were among five people ejected from Detroit’s win at Spectrum Center.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Two Charlotte Hornets and their head coach were among five people ejected from Detroit’s win at Spectrum Center.
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
Elegance lands on Durham’s Geer Street. Here’s a look inside Delancey Tavern
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:20 AM
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
Why NC lawmakers keep bringing local leaders to Raleigh for grilling sessions
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
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February 10, 2026 at 2:40 AM
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
The N.C. State Wolfpack carried a six-game ACC winning streak into Monday night’s game at Louisville. But the Cardinals rolled to an easy win.
Louisville’s Brown scores 45 points. NC State basketball’s winning streak ends
The N.C. State Wolfpack carried a six-game ACC winning streak into Monday night’s game at Louisville. But the Cardinals rolled to an easy win.
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February 10, 2026 at 2:30 AM
The N.C. State Wolfpack carried a six-game ACC winning streak into Monday night’s game at Louisville. But the Cardinals rolled to an easy win.
The city is where one of Amazon’s hit TV shows is filmed.
This NC city is one of the best beach towns in the US, Good Housekeeping says
The city is where one of Amazon’s hit TV shows is filmed.
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February 10, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The city is where one of Amazon’s hit TV shows is filmed.
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.
Is that a card skimmer? How to spot them at NC gas pumps and ATMs, avoid fraud
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.
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February 10, 2026 at 1:20 AM
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.
The Gamecocks’ future non-conference schedule is emptying.
South Carolina, NC State canceling future football series? Here’s what we know
The Gamecocks’ future non-conference schedule is emptying.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:50 AM
The Gamecocks’ future non-conference schedule is emptying.
In a previous statement, the chamber called her arrest a “significant moment in a difficult chapter” for the organization and community.
Ex-Wake Forest Chamber president pleads guilty to embezzlement
In a previous statement, the chamber called her arrest a “significant moment in a difficult chapter” for the organization and community.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:40 AM
In a previous statement, the chamber called her arrest a “significant moment in a difficult chapter” for the organization and community.
Senate candidate Don Brown was angered by Sen. Thom Tillis’ opposition to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s nomination and launched his campaign.
Why Senate candidate Don Brown predicts he can beat better-known NC rivals
Senate candidate Don Brown was angered by Sen. Thom Tillis’ opposition to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s nomination and launched his campaign.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Senate candidate Don Brown was angered by Sen. Thom Tillis’ opposition to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s nomination and launched his campaign.
In a newly minted policy, all course syllabi across the UNC System are now public record. Questions remain.
Faculty have questions about UNC syllabus policy. Here are the answers.
In a newly minted policy, all course syllabi across the UNC System are now public record. Questions remain.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:20 AM
In a newly minted policy, all course syllabi across the UNC System are now public record. Questions remain.
Senate candidate Michele Morrow wants to see former Gov. Roy Cooper retire and thinks she’s the Republican to make that happen.
Senate candidate Michele Morrow says NC is done electing ‘party power players’
Senate candidate Michele Morrow wants to see former Gov. Roy Cooper retire and thinks she’s the Republican to make that happen.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:50 PM
Senate candidate Michele Morrow wants to see former Gov. Roy Cooper retire and thinks she’s the Republican to make that happen.
The double court stormings at UNC’s Smith Center, following the Tar Heels’ upset win over Duke, caused the ACC to fine North Carolina.
Scheyer: Duke staffer with ‘bloody lip’ from UNC court storming ‘doing better’
The double court stormings at UNC’s Smith Center, following the Tar Heels’ upset win over Duke, caused the ACC to fine North Carolina.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The double court stormings at UNC’s Smith Center, following the Tar Heels’ upset win over Duke, caused the ACC to fine North Carolina.
Durham-based Gander Development is planning a 120-unit subdivision with preserved green space. What to know.
Pushing east: Developer snaps up 76 acres near Knightdale in $2.8M deal
Durham-based Gander Development is planning a 120-unit subdivision with preserved green space. What to know.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Durham-based Gander Development is planning a 120-unit subdivision with preserved green space. What to know.
Plus, here’s why some returns take longer to process.
When will I receive my NC tax refund? Here’s how to avoid delays
Plus, here’s why some returns take longer to process.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Plus, here’s why some returns take longer to process.
Nine offices are closing. Legal Aid says. Forty staff positions are being cut. And 8,000 fewer North Carolinians may receive legal help as $12 million remains frozen.
NC Legal Aid closing offices, cutting staff as GOP offers no update on frozen funds
Nine offices are closing. Legal Aid says. Forty staff positions are being cut. And 8,000 fewer North Carolinians may receive legal help as $12 million remains frozen.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Nine offices are closing. Legal Aid says. Forty staff positions are being cut. And 8,000 fewer North Carolinians may receive legal help as $12 million remains frozen.
One school’s 3,685-student virtual program will become its own charter school and two more charters will start remote academies.
More NC charter schools are opening online programs. What are the pros and cons?
One school’s 3,685-student virtual program will become its own charter school and two more charters will start remote academies.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:10 PM
One school’s 3,685-student virtual program will become its own charter school and two more charters will start remote academies.
His car found in Henderson, North Carolina, officials say.
‘Armed and dangerous’ Virginia cop abandons car in North Carolina, VA police say
His car found in Henderson, North Carolina, officials say.
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February 9, 2026 at 9:50 PM
His car found in Henderson, North Carolina, officials say.
A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
Is a hot dog a sandwich? One Durham sandwich shop takes on the debate
A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
bit.ly
February 9, 2026 at 9:40 PM
A little-known regional hot dog takes on the sandwich debate at new Durham gourmet joint.
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
Airline pulls out of RDU, citing decline in Canadian visitors to the US
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
bit.ly
February 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM
WestJet had been expected to resume seasonal service between the Triangle and its hub in Calgary, Canada.
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
Elegance lands on Durham’s Geer Street. Here’s a look inside Delancey Tavern
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
bit.ly
February 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
The space seemed to scream out for a restaurant. Popular Durham restaurant owners delivered.
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
Why NC lawmakers keep bringing local leaders to Raleigh for grilling sessions
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
bit.ly
February 9, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Mecklenburg County is the latest local government called onto the carpet by state House members in Raleigh.
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.
Is that a card skimmer? How to spot them at NC gas pumps and ATMs, avoid fraud
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.
bit.ly
February 9, 2026 at 7:10 PM
The FBI estimates skimming schemes cost consumers and financial institutions more than $1 billion each year in the United States.