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Piedmont Lithium takes a big step forward in plans to build $1B mine near Charlotte
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South Carolina women stay perfect, surge past N.C. State 78-59 to reach NCAA title game
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/05/ncaa-tourmament-south-carolina-nc-state-women/
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Under the Dome: Gov. Cooper makes big budget asks: North Carolina lawmakers may consider a constitutional amendment stating that only citizens can vote ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article287989680.html
"A great time”: Downtown Dallas is packed with visitors in town for total solar eclipse
dallasnews.com/news/2024/04/07/a-great-time-downtown-dallas-is-packed-with-visitors-in-town-for-total-solar-eclipse/
NC man promised wife a big lottery win someday. He finally delivered, officials say.
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KC Chiefs’ Rashee Rice faces 8 criminal charges related to Dallas highway racing crash
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Quick Glance: Arrest warrant issued for player of Kansas City Chiefs after accident in Dallas
- An arrest warrant has been issued for Rashee Rice, a player of the Kansas City Chiefs, in connection with a high-speed crash in Dallas last month.
- Dallas police announced that Rice and another driver were speeding in their two vehicles in the far-left lane of the North Central Expressway, causing a chain reaction involving four other vehicles.
- Neither Rice nor the other driver were in custody Wednesday evening, and the passengers in their cars will not be charged, police said.
- Royce West, Rice's attorney, apologized for his client's role in the crash and stated that Rice is cooperating with authorities. The Kansas City Chiefs have yet to comment but are monitoring the situation.
Eclipse Cloud Forecast: Dallas, Buffalo And Other Cities Face Risk Of Shrouded View
forbes.com/sites/jamesfarrell/2024/04/06/eclipse-cloud-forecast-dallas-buffalo-and-other-cities-face-risk-of-shrouded-view/
South Carolina women stay perfect, surge past N.C. State 78-59 to reach NCAA title game
oregonlive.com/sports/2024/04/south-carolina-women-stay-perfect-surge-past-nc-state-78-59-to-reach-ncaa-title-game.html
13 Charlotte-area high schools named among state’s 50 best in 2024. See full rankings.
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article287913710.html
Deadly NC textile strike of 1929 serves to inspire new musical at UNC Charlotte
charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/article287525165.html
Prosecutors say DNA links NC man to Fort Mill double murder involving wife’s boyfriend
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article287931755.html
Rise Southern Biscuits and Righteous Chicken is coming to Dallas' Victory Park: Rise Southern Biscuits and Righteous Chicken, which has been ranked among the ...
dallasnews.com/food/restaurant-openings/2024/01/03/rise-southern-biscuits-and-righteous-chicken-is-coming-to-texas-again/
Winning $394,000 lottery ticket expires soon — but no one has claimed the NC prize
charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article287480795.html
Clarence Hill’s 2024 NFL Mock Draft 1.0: Will Cowboys get a left tackle with top pick?
star-telegram.com/sports/nfl/dallas-cowboys/article287474480.html
NC State, desperate for basketball success for so long, suddenly has more than its share
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Quick Glance: NC State Advances to First Final Four Since 1983: DJ Burns Leads Upset
- NC State makes fourth Final Four appearance, first since 1983, by defeating Duke in a thrilling 74-64 game.
- DJ Burns Jr. scored 29 points to lead the Pack against Duke after struggling in the ACC Season.
- Burns was defended by Mark Mitchell and Ryan Young after Kyle Filipowski fouled out, contributing to his standout performance.
- Duke's McCain excelled with 32 points, while Proctor's disappointing performance may impact his draft decision.
NC State, desperate for basketball success for so long, suddenly has more than its share
kentucky.com/sports/college/ncaa/article287233000.html
UH basketball: Cougars in Sweet 16 and will face Duke: Cougars are back in the Sweet 16 and will face Duke in the South Regional on Friday
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/college/article/uh-duke-ncaa-sweet-16-dallas-19366409.php
Duke’s toughness was tested, again. This time, the Blue Devils were not found wanting
charlotteobserver.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/luke-decock/article287073145.html
Paul Alexander, a Dallas man in an iron lung, died: Paul Alexander, a Dallas polio survivor who was one of the few people left in the U.S. using an iron lung ...
dallasnews.com/news/obituaries/2024/03/13/paul-alexander-dallas-man-who-lived-most-of-his-life-in-an-iron-lung-has-died/
Quick Glance: 70 Years Living in Iron Lung: Paul Alexander's Passing
- Paul Alexander passed away at the age of 78 after living in an Iron Lung for over 70 years as a polio patient.
- His brother shared the news of his death on Facebook after Paul Alexander contracted the coronavirus.
- Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that can result in paralysis and respiratory difficulties.
- Vaccination against polio is the most effective measure to prevent the spread of the disease.
The latest venture from veteran restaurateur brings a pizza place to Lake Wylie: Big Papas Pizzeria will open in Lake Wylie, South Carolina, April 1 ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article287097670.html
Furniture seller Frontgate finds comfier fit in move from Plano to Preston Hollow
dallasnews.com/business/retail/2024/03/21/furniture-seller-frontgate-finds-comfier-fit-in-move-from-plano-to-preston-hollow/
Charlotte TikTok star gives emotional ‘American Idol’ audition. Is she going to Hollywood?
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article287062335.html
After decades of hard work, SMU joins prestigious ACC: On July 1, 2024, SMU will join the Atlantic Coast Conference, a long-awaited triumph for SMU.
dallasnews.com/fwddfw/2024/03/14/after-decades-of-hard-work-smu-joins-prestigious-acc/
‘Mark From Gastonia’ became a fixture on WFNZ show. Will he get to call in one more time?
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Will 'Mark From Gastonia' Get One More Call?
- Mark Baker, known as 'Mark from Gastonia,' recently received a terminal cancer diagnosis after years of calling in to the Charlotte sports radio 'Mac & Bone.'
- Despite his health struggles, Baker shares videos from personalities like Mark Packer and Greg Olsen, sending him well wishes.
- 'Mark from Gastonia' has outlived many prognoses doctors gave about his life expectancy and has become a legend among 'Mac & Bone' listeners.
- Now battling terminal cancer, Baker hopes to make one more call to the radio after being a popular caller for many years.
Dead raccoon found in Gaston County yard tests positive for rabies. What to know.
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Paid articlePaid State says NC school’s turnaround plan ‘came too late.’ Here’s why charter wasn’t renewed
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N.C. State and its 2 DJs headed to 1st Final Four since 1983 after 76-64 win over Duke
bloomberg.com/en/news/thp/2024-03-31/n-c-state-and-its-2-djs-headed-to-1st-final-four-since-1983-after-76-64-win-over-duke
North Carolina State keeps March Madness run going with defeat of Marquette to reach Elite Eight
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Quick Glance: N.C. State Advances to Elite Eight with Victory Over Marquette
- DJ Horne contributed 19 points as North Carolina State continued its magical NCAA Tournament run, securing a spot in the Elite Eight for the first time since 1986 with a 67-58 win over Marquette.
- Seeded 11th in the South Region, N.C. State (25-14) will compete on Sunday against either top-seeded Houston or fourth-seeded Duke in pursuit of a Final Four berth.
- Marquette struggled with poor shooting, exiting the tournament with a 12.9% 3-point shooting accuracy and an overall field goal percentage of 33.3%.
- Following their 1983 triumph, the Wolfpack reached the Elite Eight again in 1985 and '86, falling to a top seed on each occasion. St. John's claimed a 69-60 victory in '85, followed by Kansas with a 75-67 win.
Duke’s toughness was tested, again. This time, the Blue Devils were not found wanting
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March Madness games today: Everything to know about NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 schedule
usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaab/2024/03/29/march-madness-games-today-ncaa-tournament-sweet-16-matchups-friday/73123741007/
No. 1 Houston upset by No. 4 Duke in Sweet 16 of March Madness, making them the second top seed to go home early
cnn.com/2024/03/30/sport/houston-duke-sweet-16-march-madness-jamal-shead/
Sweet 16 schedule: When does Marquette basketball play NC State in the 2024 NCAA Tournament?
jsonline.com/story/sports/college/marquette/2024/03/24/sweet-16-schedule-when-marquette-plays-nc-state-in-ncaa-tournament-march-madness/73086393007/
Quick Glance: Top March Madness Games Today in NCAA Tournament 2024
- The first few days of the 2024 NCAA Tournament have brought a wave of excitement among fans. Surprises, contentious endings, and emerging talents have stirred up the madness early on this season.
- Today, the second round of March Madness kicks off with an eight-game lineup. Here are the top five games that should be on your radar:
- This faceoff showcases two standout point guards in college basketball, Simpson and Marquette's Tyler Kolek. This showdown alone promises an exhilarating watch as both teams compete for a spot in the Sweet 16.
- In the West region, a clash unfolds between two teams that dominated their first-round matchups. Baylor secured a 92-67 victory against Colgate, while Clemson triumphed over New Mexico with a score of 77-56. Can Clemson's defense contain Baylor's potent offense? Stay tuned for the outcome.
No. 11 NC State upsets No. 2 Marquette, advances to first Elite Eight since 1986: No. 11 North Carolina State’s unlikely run in the men’s NCAA tournament ...
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Teel: ACC's NCAA Tournament success again belies critics: This marks the third consecutive basketball season that the national media, NET rankings and NCAA ...
dailyprogress.com/sports/acc-ncaa-tournament-success/article_30a15a81-4fe6-55e2-9f77-411751f179f0.html
13-year-old Gaston County student dies after passing out on a school bus: A 13-year-old Holbrook Middle School student in Gaston County, NC died after passing ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article286090341.html
Paid articlePaid Marquette’s Chase Ross had a long journey back home to Dallas for March Madness: Four years after leaving Texas for prep school, Chase Ross will play for ...
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Numerous transfer options starting to emerge for Jerome Tang and K-State basketball
kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article287109905.html
Under the Dome podcast: Rep. Maria Cervania on life as a freshman Democratic lawmaker
charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article287008770.html
Public trails coming to this NC mountain owned by a Charlotte TV station: Spencer Mountain in Gaston Co. NC to get first public trails for hiking ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article285226592.html
Super Tuesday 2024: The biggest primary elections to watch: The presidential primaries are basically over. But there’s still plenty to learn from California ...
vox.com/2024-elections/2024/3/5/24090636/what-watch-super-tuesday-texas-california-senate-north-carolina
Quick Glance: Nikki Haley's Supporters' Impact on Election Outcome
- Nikki Haley ends failed White House bid with warning to Donald Trump.
- Haley's voters have significant influence on the election.
- Experts identify different categories within Haley's voter base.
- Undecided voters could play a crucial role in determining the election outcome.
🏀 On this episode of Sports Legends of the Carolinas, we're joined by Leonard Hamilton. The FSU head coach discusses growing up during segregation in NC and ... Show more www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/sports-legends/article285900446.html
UT Southwestern reports data breach affecting over 2,000 Texans: The academic hospital reported the breach to the Office of the Attorney General on March 7 but ...
dallasnews.com/business/health-care/2024/03/11/ut-southwestern-reports-data-breach-affecting-more-than-2000-texans/
NC lithium mining company lays off 27% of its workers, part of $10M in cost cutting
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article285145517.html
Police identify man whose body was found along NC highway: Gaston County Police are investigating the death of Glen A. Miller, the man whose body was discovered ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article285231437.html
Four things to know about Dallas’ new children’s hospital: Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center are embarking on a major new development: A $5 ...
dallasnews.com/news/public-health/2024/02/07/four-things-to-know-about-dallas-new-childrens-hospital/
Hostage situation turns deadly in Gaston County: A domestic disturbance call turned into a deadly hostage situation after Gaston County Police officers responded ...
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Paid articlePaid Hornets agree to trade PJ Washington to Dallas for Grant Williams and Seth Curry, source says
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New Uptown Dallas tower lands another major tenant: Law firm Sidley Austin is moving to the new 23Springs tower under construction in Uptown Dallas.
dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2024/03/01/uptown-dallas-biggest-new-office-project-has-landed-another-major-tenant/
‘Started shaking all over.’ NC dad hits ‘life-changing’ top prize in new lottery game.
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article285328687.html
One dead, officer hurt after Gaston County police car crashes en route to shooting scene
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article285907141.html
Remembering legendary Charlie Sifford - PGA TOUR: Editor's note: This story originally appeared on PGA.com.
pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2024/02/20/remembering-legendary-charlie-sifford
Bojangles building new $1M restaurant in this shopping plaza northeast of Fort Worth
star-telegram.com/entertainment/restaurants/article285422897.html
Gastonia man who dealt meth with his mom + sold illegally obtained guns headed to prison
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article285567037.html
Paid articlePaid Under the Dome: What would NC’s candidates for governor do about casinos?: Candidates for governor, including frontrunners Josh Stein and Mark Robinson ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article285303577.html
Dallas Greyhound terminal closure to leave travelers in limbo: The downtown terminal, a travel hub for more than 40 years, will shutter in October ...
dallasnews.com/news/transportation/2024/01/26/dallas-greyhound-terminal-closure-to-leave-low-income-travelers-in-limbo/
North Carolina mother sues school district for kicking her homeless kids out of class
qcnews.com/news/u-s/north-carolina/gaston-county/gaston-county-mother-sues-school-district-for-kicking-her-homeless-kids-out-of-class/
Albemarle plans layoffs, other cost-cutting moves to save $750M as EV demand slows
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article284335074.html
Man dies after stealing a plane and crashing into the ground: Logan Timothy James took off from Addison Airport north of Dallas, Texas, and flew more than 80 ...
news.sky.com/story/man-dies-after-stealing-a-plane-and-crashing-into-the-ground-13056592
Masked robbers shoot and kidnap NC jewelry store owner, police say: Men wearing ski masks shot, robbed, and kidnapped Belmont Gaston County ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article284947362.html
NC Confederate statue that prompted protests can remain on public grounds, judge rules
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Bessemer jail escapee leads Atlanta officers on car chase, caught hiding in garbage can, police say
al.com/news/2024/01/bessemer-jail-escapee-leads-atlanta-officers-on-car-chase-caught-hiding-in-garbage-can-police-say.html
Florida man concealed the remains of NC man missing since 2020, police say: A man arrested in Florida was jailed on a felony charge of concealing the remains of ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article284477505.html
Deloitte signs huge Uptown Dallas office lease: Deloitte plans to relocate its Dallas office from downtown to a new tower under construction in Uptown.
dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2024/01/16/deloitte-moving-workers-from-downtown-dallas-to-new-uptown-tower-in-huge-office-lease/
Auto plastics maker for BMW spending $12 million for new NC facility. 6 things to know
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article284678651.html
Police shoot and kill a man who was allegedly wielding a pipe in Gaston County: Man shot, killed by Cherryville, NC Police officer in Gaston County after he ...
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article285085817.html
Paid articlePaid Homeless then locker-less: How NC children lost seats in school following an eviction
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Paid articlePaid WeWork real estate exec calls Dallas ‘a priority market’: A top real estate executive with WeWork shared the state of the co-working firm's leases in Dallas ...
dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2024/02/01/wework-exec-calls-dallas-a-priority-market-as-the-co-working-firm-works-out-lease-deals/
Former NBA Player Eric Montross Dies at 52: Montross, who was a star at the University of North Carolina, started cancer treatment in March.
thedailybeast.com/former-nba-player-eric-montross-dies-at-52
Quick Glance: Former UNC Basketball Player and Radio Analyst Eric Montross Passes Away
- Former University of North Carolina basketball player, Tar Heel analyst, and Ram's Club staffer Eric Montross passed away at the age of 52 after being diagnosed with cancer in March.
- Carolina Athletics, the Tar Heel basketball family, and the entire university community are deeply saddened by the loss of Eric Montross, one of their most beloved former student-athletes, at a tragically young age.
- Montross worked as a radio analyst for the Tar Heel Sports Network starting in the early 2000s.
- Montross played under head coach Dean Smith from 1990-1994 and became the starting center in 1993, contributing to the Tar Heels winning a national championship that season. His jersey was honored in the Dean Smith Center, alongside other greats of Carolina basketball.
Medical City buys Trinity Regional Hospital Sachse: Medical City Healthcare has purchased the Trinity Regional Hospital Sachse that went bankrupt after only two ...
dallasnews.com/business/health-care/2024/02/02/medical-city-spends-41-million-to-buy-sachse-hospital-that-went-bankrupt-last-year/
10 Dallas concerts you don’t want to miss in 2024: Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny and Madonna are among the big names bound for Dallas in the first half of the year.
dallasnews.com/arts-entertainment/music/2024/01/03/10-dallas-concerts-you-dont-want-to-miss-in-2024/
A Dallas bookstore owner wanted to engage inmates in reading. A national book prize was the result
dallasnews.com/arts-entertainment/books/2023/12/14/a-dallas-bookstore-owner-wanted-to-engage-inmates-in-reading-a-national-book-prize-was-the-result/
Popular ice cream shop chain is coming to Indian Land. Here’s what makes it different
charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article283878133.html
Man charged after gun goes off during an event at a Gastonia community center
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President Biden demands shortened sentence for Gastonia man convicted of cocaine crimes
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Turtle Creek high-rise snapped up by California investor: A new Dallas apartment high-rise near Turtle Creek has just sold to California-based investor Goldrich ...
dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2023/12/21/california-investor-takes-turtle-creek-area-high-rise/
A Couple of Pizza Thieves Were Caught Red Handed by Bo, a 10-Month-Old Bloodhound, Who Just Joined the Police Force
foodandwine.com/pizza-thieves-thwarted-by-10-month-old-bloodhound-8425868
Treasury's Yellen tours lithium plant to bolster Biden's economic case: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen traveled to North Carolina on Thursday to tout ...
reuters.com/world/us/yellen-tours-north-carolina-lithium-plant-bolster-bidens-case-us-economy-2023-11-30/
Popular ice cream shop chain is coming to Indian Land. Here’s what makes it different
charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article283878133.html
We got a look at Albemarle’s lithium mine in Kings Mountain. Here are 7 things to know
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We got a look at Albemarle’s lithium mine in Kings Mountain. Here are 7 things to know
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