The new president, who must get confirmation from legislators, will be looked upon to provide stable leadership at a time of momentum and change.
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Posted inHigher Education
Dukes in Trump’s Court
Duke University alumni have played high-profile and controversial roles in the rise of Trumpism. A turn-of-the-millennium culture clash on campus helps explain why.
Posted inHigher Education
‘I’m Coming Clean’: Former UNC-CH Chancellor Says He Advised Against Investing in SpaceX
Holden Thorp is thankful nobody listened when he doubted SpaceX would pay off for the UNC Investment Fund.
Posted inPolitics & Government
The Billion-Dollar Election That Hasn’t Happened
North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race was expected to shatter records. So far, the money—and the intrigue—have gone elsewhere.
Posted inEnergy
Durham Energy Company Accused of Fraud Files for Bankruptcy
In April, federal regulators fined American Efficient $1.1 billion for perpetuating “a scam” they said cost ratepayers hundreds of millions of dollars.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Blowing Off Balloons
While other states and local governments have enacted laws prohibiting intentional balloon releases, North Carolina’s legislature has taken the air out of all proposed legislation.
Posted inMilitary
U.S. Soldier Killed in Iraq Identified as Fayetteville Father of Two
The 30-year-old was killed in an explosion while helping dispose of a downed Iranian drone in Iraq, officials said.
Posted inCulture
Belles and Whistles
In 2020, Wilmington decided to do away with the Azalea Belles. Now some are waging a campaign to bring them back.
Posted inThe Assembly
The Assembly Network Wins 39 State Reporting Awards
The North Carolina Press Association will honor winners at a September 10 dinner.
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