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N.C. leaders urge new DHS Secretary to focus on Helene recovery

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 3/26 12:30P Reuben Jones

Mullin has received at least three letters from North Carolina leaders focused on Helene.

N.C. State's Will Wade to become next head men's basketball coach at LSU, officials say

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 3/26 12:20P Spectrum News Staff, Associated

LSU has fired fourth-year coach Matt McMahon and is finalizing an agreement to rehire former Tigers coach Will Wade from N.C. State, officials say.

MLB Opening Day weather extremes

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 3/26 10:30A Spectrum News Weather Staff

From the bitter cold to heavy snow, MLB opening day games have been postponed because of extreme weather over the years.

Farmers say recent cold snaps in N.C. could raise costs for consumers

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 3/26 7:30A Arin Cotel-Altman

Wild temperature swings are damaging crops and livestock feed, forcing farmers to spend more and potentially pass those costs on to shoppers.

80s return this afternoon

WCCB Charlotte 3/26 1:23A Janessa Webb

The big warm-up starts today, and you ll notice it right away as temperatures climb to around 80 degrees this afternoon. With plenty of sunshine, it s going to feel warm,...

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Treasury Department begins taking over student loans as the Education Department gets dismantled

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/19 12:20P Associated Press

The department will take over management of student loans whose borrowers are in default.

JWC Charlotte growing academic offerings to meet employer and student needs

Education | Spectrum News 1 3/18 1:00A Jennifer Roberts

A university long known for its culinary programs has been expanding its academic footprint in Charlotte.

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Spring Egg Hunt at Camp North End for all ages on Apr. 4

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/26 3:08A Jody Mace

Camp North End, 300 Camp Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a Spring Egg Hunt for all ages on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 11 a.m. This is a camp-wide egg hunt. Explore every corner of Camp...

Spring Plant Sale at UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens Apr. 9-11

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/26 3:00A Jody Mace

UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens is holding its spring plant sale from April 9 to 11, 2026. Thursday, April 9: 12 to 4 p.m. (Garden members and UNC Charlotte faculty/staff/students only) Friday, April...

Free prom dresses on April 4 at Curvaceous Behavior’s Prom Project (registration required)

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/25 2:45A Jody Mace

Curvaceous Behavior is hosting its 5th Annual Prom Project on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas (at Camp North End), 1701 N Graham Street, Charlotte, North Carolina....

Car Cruise-In in Downtown Monroe April 10

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/21 2:20A Jody Mace

Downtown Monroe hosts a car cruise-in the second Friday of the month, from April to October. The free event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Main Street, Monroe, North Carolina. Enjoy cars,...

Friday Night Live — music at The Spoke Easy

Charlotte On The Cheap 3/21 1:58A Jody Mace

The Spoke Easy , a bike shop and bar at 1530 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, frequently hosts community events on its patio. The Spoke Easy announced on Facebook that it will be hosting...

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N.C. State's Will Wade to become next head men's basketball coach at LSU, officials say

Sports | Spectrum News 1 3/26 12:20P Spectrum News Staff, Associated

LSU has fired fourth-year coach Matt McMahon and is finalizing an agreement to rehire former Tigers coach Will Wade from N.C. State, officials say.

Rasheed Walker ready to "bring intensity" to Panthers offensive line

Panthers News 3/26 9:15A

The free agent left tackle brings experience to the line which is needed, considering the uncertainty surrounding incumbent left tackle Ikem Ekwonu after his January knee...

For Panthers legend Tyrone Poole, women's flag football is a new sport, with the same principles

Panthers News 3/26 5:57A

Poole, a 1995 first-rounder here, is coaching at Alabama State, the first Division I school to sponsor the sport. And he's drawing on his experiences in Carolina as he coaches...

Five takeaways from pro days around North Carolina

Panthers News 3/26 3:52A

From top defensive stars to local talent, here are some of the biggest takeaways from five pro day stops around the state this week.

Feleipe Franks is eager for his comeback season, to rejoin the "culture" here

Panthers News 3/25 8:03A

The veteran tight end is back for another season, after spending last year with the Falcons. So he's had ringside seats for what's being built here, and couldn't wait to...

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