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Republicans in North Carolina’s General Assembly currently hold strong majorities in both the House and the Senate, but not strong enough to override Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto power. That could change in the upcoming elections, and some Western North Carolina races could play a role.

Although it may look lopsided by the numbers, the race for North Carolina’s 118th House District could be a bit more competitive this cycle — not only...

In North Carolina politics, some things change, while others stay the same.  For the first time in the past five elections, Swain County Republic...

Education and public schools have never been completely immune from the shifting winds of politics, but events of the last few years have created a ne...

Public schools have grappled with constant change over the last several years due to the impacts of COVID-19. As most schools work through the first “...

After first discussing the matter almost a month ago, Haywood County commissioners are now calling upon the General Assembly to allow North Carolina c...

After first discussing the matter almost a month ago, Haywood County commissioners are now calling upon the General Assembly to allow North Carolina c...

A Canton woman has filed a lawsuit against the Hospital Corporation of America in which she claims “egregious acts of medical and corporate negligence...

An officer who risked her own safety to save the lives of others was hailed as a hero last week as she received honors from both the Maggie Valley Pol...

After nearly 50 years of contention and debate over what was once considered “settled law,” abortion has now become a huge issue for voters in both ma...