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Businesses shutter, cut hours after Border Patrol blitz in North Carolina

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 11/19 11:05A Charles Duncan

After agents with the Border Patrol made arrests in Raleigh and Durham, many businesses had to cut hours or close as staff stayed home.

Firefighters battle blaze as Avery County issues burn ban

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 11/19 9:51A Rose Eiklor

A western North Carolina fire is now partially contained.

Magnet manufacturer set to invest $1 billion and add 1,000 new jobs in Johnston County

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 11/19 7:45A Caroline King

"It's a boost to the local economy, but I want you all to know how important this is for our national security,” U.S. Senator Ted Budd said.

Eden dump truck driver indicted on murder charges in utility workers' deaths

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 11/19 6:00A Justin Pryor

In April, authorities said Michael Vernon was driving a dump truck when he crashed into the workers, killing four and injuring three.

Durham City Council approves $44 million bond for major redevelopment in Hayti

News | Charlotte North Carolina | Spectrum News 1 11/19 5:45A Ryan Hayes-Owens

After sitting vacant for nearly 16 years, 20 acres in the heart of Hayti are set for redevelopment.

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Education Department offloads some work to other agencies as Trump presses for its closure

Education | Spectrum News 1 11/18 6:49A Associated Press

Six new agreements signed by the Education Department will effectively move billions of dollars in grant programs to other agencies.

'An amazing journey': N.C. university helping veterans thrive beyond service

Education | Spectrum News 1 11/10 11:30P Jennifer Roberts

A Queens University of Charlotte assistant dean says the school has built a network of resources to help veterans navigate higher education.

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First Tree Lighting at Five Points Plaza Dec. 6

Charlotte On The Cheap 11/19 7:05A Jody Mace

Photo: Depositphotos The first Five Points Plaza Tree Lighting will take place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Five Points Plaza is at 1803 W Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. This...

Arnie’s 2nd Anniversary Party & Pop-Up at Local Focal Charlotte Nov. 22

Charlotte On The Cheap 11/19 6:33A Jody Mace

Celebrate two years of Arnie the Armadillo with local children s book author, Eden Estabrook. The party will be at Local Focal Charlotte, 1941 E 7th Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday,...

Christmas in SouthPark at Sharon Presbyterian Church: Choir, orchestra, sing-along on Dec. 2

Charlotte On The Cheap 11/19 6:11A Jody Mace

Sharon Presbyterian Church, at 5201 Sharon Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting the 3rd annual Christmas in SouthPark on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. Admission is free. This is a...

Food Pantry Distribution Events with Mission City Church

Charlotte On The Cheap 11/19 5:36A Jody Mace

Mission City Church, 608 Valleydale Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, holds regularly scheduled food pantry distribution events. They are held the first and third Thursdays of each month , from 12 to...

Send 2 FREE full-size bags of Pepperidge Farm cookies to a friend on Dec. 4

Charlotte On The Cheap 11/19 5:05A Jody Mace

Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Pepperidge Farm is offering a big freebie for National Cookie Day, December 4, 2025. They re introducing the Pepperidge Farm Holiday Cookie Courier, and kicking it off with...

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Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since...

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/17 3:38A Associated Press

Oregon and Texas Tech were tied for No. 6, and Oklahoma rose three spots to No. 8 following its win at Alabama.

Bryce Young passes for franchise-record 448 yards to lift Panthers to 30-27 win over Falcons in OT

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/16 11:45P Associated Press

Bryce Young fought off the criticism that accompanied his modest 124 yards passing in an ugly loss to New Orleans last week.

QBs Young and Penix are in spotlight as Panthers and Falcons look for more help from passing game

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/14 1:45A Associated Press

Each team is looking to snap a streak of seven consecutive losing seasons and reach the playoffs for the first time since 2017.

Hornets snap losing streak with 111-100 win over Bucks as Bridges scores 20

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/13 2:30A Associated Press

Miles Bridges scored 20 points, Ryan Kalkbrenner had 17 points on 8-for-8 field goal shooting.

Lack of balanced offense comes back to bite Bryce Young and Panthers again in loss to Saints

Sports | Spectrum News 1 11/10 1:00A Associated Press

"There are enough plays out there for us to make, and we didn't make them. Again, that that falls on my shoulders," Young said.

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