Top Story Spotlight NC State, UNC scratch-offs: Do fans have a better chance of winning than football teams? RICHARD CRAVER Winston Salem Journal Oct 1, 2026 2 hrs ago 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The N.C. Lottery Commission unveiled on Sept. 29, 2026, scratch-off games involving UNC and N.C. State athletic departments. Photo submitted by N.C. Lottery Commission kAm%96 }]r] t5F42E:@? {@EE6CJ :?EC@5F465 %F6D52J D4C2E49\@77 82>6D E92E >2J AC@G:56 72?D @7 E96 %2C w66=D 2?5 (@=7A24< H:E9 36EE6C @55D @7 H:??:?8 E92? 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5 cabins open in Old Fort as first phase of Grier Village retreat development “We hope people will get closer to nature and care about it, that’s the most important thing,” Louise Slater said. “Come visit McDowell County.”
Marion meat processing plant run by local family brings quality meats, serves farmers “We had no experience in meat processing and couldn’t find anyone willing to teach us. Instead of letting that stop us, we did what we do best…
Morganton, Lenoir residents accuse Winston-Salem's Quality Oil of selling contaminated gas The plaintiffs claim the contaminated fuel "could cause damage to their vehicle, including potentially disabling their vehicle on dangerous ro…
Emerging stronger: Baxter plant in North Cove looks back at recovery from Hurricane Helene “In the face of unprecedented challenges, our employees came together to overcome obstacles, restore operations and continue fulfilling that r…
Maymead lawsuit: Consultant used alias to rally opposition to NC asphalt plant The goal, according to Maymead, was "an attempt to manipulate the competition for, and pricing of, asphalt in the Forsyth County region."
