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NC lawmakers make it easier to miss school if you work on a farm or ride a horse
State budget changes require NC schools to allow excused absences for agricultural events and immediate family farm needs, standardizing attendance rules.
UNC basketball coach Michael Malone opens up on new roster, biggest challenges
Michael Malone replaced the fired Hubert Davis as UNC’s men’s basketball coach in April. Malone talked about first five months with Tar Heels in Chapel HIll.
Mint Hill’s only craft brewery is closing soon. When to visit for ‘one last toast.’
Panzú Brewery, a Mint Hill favorite for craft beer and Latin-Caribbean dishes, is closing after three years. Last call is set for Sept. 20.
Sharks seen gathering off the NC coast, video shows. How to avoid a bite
Are there more sharks in North Carolina? How can I avoid bites, danger? Experts share tips to stay safe in the water ahead of Labor Day weekend beach vacations.
Two fatally shot in Catawba County domestic situation, sheriff’s office says
A man and woman were found dead from gunshot wounds inside a home on Dover Street in Claremont. Investigators say the deaths stem from a domestic incident.
Social media star Jen Hamilton wants to help change North Carolina’s divorce laws
How long must you be separated in North Carolina before getting a divorce? Divorce laws explained, plus how Jen Hamilton and others want to change them.
CMPD investigating hit-and-run crash that left person dead in southeast Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police investigate a fatal hit-and-run that left a pedestrian dead near Nations Crossing and Woodlawn Road in southeast Charlotte.
Big Charlotte employer taps outsider as new CEO: ‘Confident he is the right leader’
Albemarle appoints Ragnar Udd as president and CEO effective Feb. 1 as company prepares to reopen Kings Mountain lithium mine near Charlotte amid lithium rise.
High school football gameday: Your guide to this week’s games
Charlotte-area high school football games kick off Thursday. We’ve got previews for big Hough-Provideence Day and other area games
New Nepali restaurant fills former Curry Gate in East Charlotte. What to expect
The former Curry Gate in East Charlotte is now 12 Masala, serving authentic Nepali comfort foods like momo and thukpa soup in a 100% Nepali-owned restaurant.