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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/
What's the difference between ICE and Border Patrol? FAQ: nclocal.org/2025/11/14/f...
November 21, 2025 at 8:44 PM
How are Border Patrol operations affecting kids and schools in Charlotte? nclocal.org/2025/11/18/i...
November 18, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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
📢We’re also thrilled to welcome journalist Laura Brache, who will lead our Alamance County coverage right from her hometown of Burlington!

Stay tuned and stay up-to-date by subscribing to The Alamance Fabric (free📧newsletter)

Sign-up👉 nclocal.org/the-alamance...
November 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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
🥾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
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
Thanks for highlighting @enlacelatinonc.bsky.social's excellent work! They also have an translate into English feature at the top right of the website. It's what I use!
June 23, 2025 at 1:38 PM
@wxbrad.bsky.social also offers these great tips for communicating with the public about wildfire emergencies and preparedness.
March 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Use this map & table from Asheville Citizen Times for multiple points of data, including new & prescribed fires; smoke coverage; and each fire's size, % contained, population & housing units affected: data.citizen-times.com/fires/
March 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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...
March 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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!
March 13, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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.
March 11, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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...
March 7, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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...
February 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
More details & registration info here: www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-nc-ne...
February 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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.
February 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
While attacks on DEI have prompted a growing number of institutions to end their programs, the NC Local News Workshop is leaning in. Today we're sharing a piece from the ED @shanbow.bsky.social on continuing our commitment to media equity. nclocalnewsworkshop.org/dei/a-time-t...
January 29, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Keynote announced for the 3/12 NC News & Info Summit, in partnership with @ncopengov.bsky.social. NYT's Dean Baquet will lead a panel of WNC journalists discussing the essential role of local news following Helene. Details here: www.elon.edu/u/news/2025/...
January 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM
What to do if you're on the list? @triangleblogblog.bsky.social also provides several responses you can take: thegriffinlist.com
January 16, 2025 at 4:40 PM
⏰ Deadline alert! Get your pitches in today for workshops, panels, trainings & other types of sessions at the 2025 NC News & Info Summit, happening 3/12 in Durham. Don't have a fleshed out idea yet? That's ok! Organizers will help you refine your pitch. Details: airtable.com/appP80Znvhp2...
January 13, 2025 at 5:10 PM
NC news & info friends: take advantage of these upcoming opps from the Workshop to learn, grow, connect & set some tangible goals for 2025. Deadline for Anti-Racist Table Stakes is today! For the Bootcamp with @newsproduct.org, get your apps in by 1/17. Find links below.
January 10, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Want to host a session at the NC News & Info Summit? We've extended the deadline to 1/13. Learn more here and hope to see you in March! bit.ly/NCNewsSummitPitch
January 7, 2025 at 2:39 PM
“Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good.” Blue Ridge Public Radio's Laura Lee reflects on 2+ months of disaster coverage, lessons learned & which Taylor Swift track got her through Helene. Find the final 2024 edition of NC Local here: us17.campaign-archive.com?u=48daec7530...
December 19, 2024 at 4:45 PM
A few months into his new role at the NC Open Government Coalition Director Pate McMichael isn't daunted by the erosion of transparency in the state. Instead, it's what motivates him each day. Learn more in our Q&A: nclocalnewsworkshop.org/news-leader-...
December 4, 2024 at 6:22 PM