Five Years of Impact
Looking back and looking forward as we mark half a decade of compelling and nuanced journalism about North Carolina.
Columbus County Can Do the Right Thing
After more than three years of trying to evade its duty to release public records, Columbus County has an opportunity to stop obstructing.
Our Most-Read Stories of 2025
These are The Assembly stories that made the biggest waves this year, from beach parking to cattle fraud to the state Supreme Court race.
2025 in Photos
Some of the most memorable photography we published this year.
The Nice List 2025
Here are our staff’s favorite stories published throughout the year, which we are putting outside our paywall as a special gift to you.
Celebrating Our Wins As They Come
I think I am supposed to be humble and tell you that we don’t work for awards here at The Assembly. That we don’t need validation. That we let the work speak for itself.
Navigating an Uncertain Year at The Assembly
We know Assembly readers are a curious bunch, so we want to tell you what our economic reality looks like right now.
More Editor's Note Coverage
Reflecting on The Assembly’s 4th Birthday
As we end our fourth year, we’re working to become your essential news subscription. Here’s how.
A Harebrained Idea
A look at The Assembly’s game plan to create an ambitious read for a growing state.
